Weddings History
Why does the bride traditionally stand on the left of the groom?
So the groom could fend off other suitors with his right hand!
What is the estimated cost of the most expensive wedding?
Held in Moscow on March 26, 2016 the wedding of a Russian heiress to an oil heir cost an estimated $1 billion!
These "somethings" are the four things a bride needs on the wedding day.
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue!
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What is Andrea and Jeff's wedding date?
June 14, 2025
What culture began the exchanging of rings?
Egyptians! As a sign of devotion
How many years is the longest marriage on record? (+ or - 5 years)
87 years! Zelmyra and Herbert Fisher broke the Guinness world record for the longest marriage. Both passed away in 2011 and 2013 at 105 years old.
What is the largest wedding destination in the USA?
Las Vegas! Second is Hawaii!
"As you wish"
The Princess Bride
Where is the couple going on their honeymoon?
Scotland!
Who started the white wedding dress trend in the western world?
Queen Victoria (during her wedding in 1840 to Prince Albert)
What is the most vow renewals by the same couple? (+ or - 5 years)
Lauren Lubeck Blair and David E. Hough Blair have renewed their vows 101 times!
What is considered a traditional gift for a first wedding anniversary?
Paper
"I would rather spend one lifetime with you than face all the ages of this world alone."
Lord of the Rings
How many pets does the couple have?
Andrea and Jeff have 1 dog
Engagement rings first became popular in the 1940s thanks to which diamond company?
De Beers
What is the highest number of bridesmaids? (+ or - 5 bridesmaids)
As of April 18, 2015 a bride in the U.S.A has the record with 168 bridesmaids!
What is the second most popular gem stone for couples to have in their engagement ring? (diamonds being the first)
Sapphires
"You have bewitched me body and soul, and I love, I love, I love you."
Pride and Prejudice
How did Jeff propose to Andrea?
On a run
Which Celtic countries began the ringing of church bells to announce a wedding?
Ireland and Scotland
What is the longest wedding veil? (+ or - 100 feet)
The longest wedding veil measured an astonishing 22,843 feet! (apprx.4.3 miles)
What percentage of proposals happen during the holiday season? (+ or - 5%)
40%
"In another life, I would have really liked just doing laundry and taxes with you"
Everything Everywhere All at Once
How long have Andrea and Jeff been dating?
3 years