Ethnic Traditions

An ethnic theme is a great way to incorporate your heritage into your wedding ceremony and reception and a great way to personalize your day and teach your guests about your background.  Heritage from both the bride and groom can be included.

Decorations
• Artwork from your country would be used to decorate walls or act as centerpieces.  The larger items are better and create more impact.
• Choose flowers from your native land if they are available through your florist.

Music
• Choose your native music or hire a musician or family member to play a native instrument.  If family or friends know certain songs, ask them to sing a love song in your native language or hire a professional vocalist or dancer.  A native love story could be told to your guests.

Food
• Food and drinks native to your ethnic background would be served during the reception.

Additional Details
• Part of the wedding ceremony would be in your family's native language.
• Be sure to include any native customs or games.
• Dress the part.  An authentic or reproduced native wedding dress is sure to get attention.  Have your family dress in native clothing as well.

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