A Cambodian wedding traditionally consists of three days of ceremonies and celebrations. The three days represent the three jewels of Buddhism: Buddha, Sangha (brotherhood of monks), and Dhamma (teachings of Buddha). Modern Cambodian weddings will often condense these ceremonies into one day. Read on for helpful planning tips to help you incorporate these traditional elements into your approaching Cambodian wedding.
Request that Wedding Guests Do Not Give Gifts
Wedding gifts are traditional because in generations past, most people who were getting married were young and needed things to set up a household. But if you are more established and do not need things for your home, it might make more sense to request that guests do not bring gifts. Requesting no gifts is also a nice gesture for your friends and family members if you are throwing a destination wedding, as they will already be spending money on airfare, hotels and other expenses. Follow proper etiquette when you want to request that people refrain from giving gifts.
Plan a Japanese Wedding
A contemporary Japanese wedding is an elaborate and colorful affair that combines ancient Japanese rituals with modern Western touches.
Plan a Wedding for Less Than $1,000
Planning a wedding can be stressful, especially when you are on a tight budget. Making the guest list, ordering food, picking colors and choosing flowers may sound fun, until you realize your budgetary limits. With a little planning, and plenty of help from family and friends, you can plan a wedding for less than $1,000.
Make Wedding Map Cards
A lot of thought and materials go into planning a wedding, and one of the most important things is making sure your friends and family are all there to share your special day. Including a map of the ceremony and reception sites on a card to be included with the invitation is an excellent way to do just that. With just a short amount of time at the computer, you can create and print maps to make sure even out-of-town guests arrive at the right place and time.