Believing the UNbelievable

My fiance and I just got our wedding rings yesterday from his Aunt. In our excitement we tried it on. Today, when I got back to work and mentioned it to my two officemates they gasped and said it was bad luck to try on the wedding rings before the wedding. One had a son who bought their rings from Saudi Arabia since he and his fiance worked there. When they got back here my officemate had it changed. Same thing happened to my other officemate. Her mother-in-law insisted they get new ones.

Of course I didn't believe that. Even the superstition that brides shouldn't try on their wedding gowns before the wedding. I can't exactly do that because my gown was a strapless one. One wrong measurement and it will definitely fall off!

This got me thinking... what other weird beliefs and/or superstitions are out there?!

The Second-Hand of the Clock

Rumor has it that couples should marry when the second-hand of the clock is going up instead of going down. For example, 2:30pm or 10:45am.

Over the ThresholdSubmitted

When a newly married couple enters their home, the groom should carry the bride over the threshold because if the bride should stumble entering the home, it is a bad omen.

House-Cat

A week before the wedding, have a house-cat eat out of your left shoe for good luck.

Engagement Ring

It is bad luck for the bride to remove her engagement ring before the day of her wedding.

The Red Umbrella

Chinese superstition says that carrying an open red umbrella over the bride will protect her from evil spirits.

Ripped Wedding Dress

If your dress is ripped on the day before your wedding, it means that your marriage will end in death!

Hmmm... there's more but it all ends the same, bad luck or death. I don't know, I really don't believe there but I won't stop you from believing...

(taken from www.blissweddings.com)

Celebrity Weddings

If I had enough dough I definitely would get inspiration from these celebrity weddings... from gowns to the venue, even to the giveaways, it screams celeb status!

Let me share to you most recent celebrity weddings I love. And it's not just because of the lavishness of the event, but because I love the stars as well...

Jordan Bratman and Christina Aguilera

No surprise that a pop star would marry a music exec. Christina Aguilera married Jordan Bratman chose the Staglin Family Vineyards in Rutherford, California for their Spanish-inspired reception. Yeah, she may be a pop tart but I do like her. Her gown was by Christian Lacroix. It was reported that their wedding cost $2M!!!

John Cusimano and Rachel Ray

As far as destination weddings go, Italy is on the top of my list. I just love the rustic scenery. One of my favorite Lifestyle channel hosts, Rachel Ray, being Italian and all, chose a castle in Montalcino, Italy for their wedding. She wore an Alicia Mughetti gown. Oh, they had an African Safari honeymoon... one thing on my wishlist too!

Tom Mahoney and Marcia Cross

Marcia Cross didn't look like a desparate housewife when she wed Tom Mahoney. She really looked like a glowing bride in her Reem Acra gown. They wed in an episcopal church in California followed by a reception in Ritz-Carlton in Pasadena. Glamorous!

Deryck Whibley and Avril Lavigne
It's really shocking seeing Avril without her rocker-chick outfit. She looked divine in her Vera Wang wedding dress. When two rock stars meet (Deryck is lead singer for Sum 41). They has a garden wedding in a private estate in California. But not forgetting their rocker nature.. they gave away guitar picks to their guests with their names on it. Now THAT is unique!

Tony Parker and Eva Longoria
Another desperate housewife gets hitched! Eva Longoria wed her handsome baketball star boyfriend, Tony Parker. She wore an Angel Sanchez gown during the church ceremony, a day after they civilly wed in Paris, France (Tony Parker is after all French). They got married in Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois Church and the reception was held at Vaux-le-Vicomte, a 17th century chateau. Would love to be a guest in their wedding coz all the ladies were given bracelets from Van Cleef & Arpels' Sweet Alhambra range. Argh!

(photos taken from www.people.com, www.instyleweddings.com, www.snarkygossip.com, www.rachelraymag.com)

Fairytales do come true!

When you were a little girl I bet you were like me who wanted to become one of those Disney princesses I used to watch on video. My favorite then was Ariel. I don't know why, but I was drawn to her and her love story.

Now, we can feel like the princesses that we truly are with Disney's bridal collection! Disney has teamed up with designer Kristie Kelly to bring to life our fantasies.

"Disney is proud to introduce our exclusive bridal fashion line created by couture designer, Kirstie Kelly. With her Bridal and Maidens gowns, Kirstie Kelly creates a look that connects to every girl's inner princess. Kirstie Kelly's fantasy collection continues with enchanting accents and jewels - and the perfect wish to let your fairy tale begin...

Known for her vision, quality and timeless looks, Kirstie Kelly designs for America's most fashionable celebrities and socialites. She has spent the past 12 years specifically creating exquisite and original gowns for today's most beautiful brides. With every gown, Kirstie embodies the unique personality and subtle qualities of each client. It is with this philosophy that she brings to life Disney Fairy Tale Weddings, creating a line that captures the unique spirit and beauty of each Disney Princess. Kirstie considers her involvement with Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to design a unique line of gowns that will be cherished for years to come. The line is distinctly elegant; designed to make every bride look and feel like a princess on her very special day."

Ariel

Cinderella

Aurora

Jasmine

Snowwhite

Belle

Belle

With every princess, there are maidens behind you. Disney also has gowns for the rest of your entourage. They also have accessories to complete your look.

This could be your inspiration for your gown on your special day. Imagine walking down the aisle to your prince charming in these charming confections.

From e-Yellow Pages: All the Rage in Weddings

For starters, let me share with you an article I wrote for e-yellowpages sometime last year.

You'll be surprised that some traditions may have changed these days! I guarantee you, this is worth a read! For the plain and simple fact that I wrote it! Heehee, just kidding! But seriously, this article will keep you abreast of the latest trends in weddings in this day and age. I interviewed wedding coordinator Peaches Go-Tiu for this article and she was very helpful in sharing her experiences and observations about what happens in weddings in these modern times.

Needless to say, I was so pleased with her generosity and impressed with her knowledge about weddings that I booked her as my coordinator for my own wedding this coming June!

Welcome to Wedding Belles!

This blog is the brainchild of brides-to-be like you. We'll be writing about our our own experiences, discoveries and even our occasional bridezilla moments. We do not claim to be experts. But that's the beauty of it! We're actually ordinary gals hoping to make our special day perfect!