Love Song Lyrics
Whitney Houston promised: "And I... will always..."
"...love you"
Worn over the bride’s head or face, this sheer accessory originally symbolized modesty and was believed in ancient times to ward off evil spirits.
What is a veil?
This classic engagement ring style features just one single diamond sitting by itself on the band
What is Carat (or Carat weight)?
Traditionally cut together by the newlyweds during the reception, this sweet dessert comes in layered tiers.
What is a wedding cake?
If a guest spills red wine on the bride’s dress, a classic maid-of-honor emergency kit trick is to absorb it with white wine or dab it with this household pantry staple.
What is club soda (or baking soda/chalk)?
Bruno Mars sings: "Cause girl, you're amazing..."
"...just the way you are"
Named after a mythical sea creature, this dress silhouette fits closely through the body and flares out dramatically at or below the knee.
What is a mermaid dress (or mermaid gown)?
This style features diamonds going all the way around the entire band, symbolizing endless love.
What is an eternity band?
Made of iced sugar cookies, gourmet popcorn, or mini jam jars, these edible parting gifts are given to guests as a token of appreciation.
What are wedding favors?
When the ceremony starts 30 minutes late because the bridal party gets stuck in traffic, hostesses often open this area early to keep waiting guests happy.
What is the bar (or cocktail hour)?
Etta James famously sang: "At last, my love has..."
"...come along"
According to the traditional Victorian rhyme, a bride should wear "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in her..."
"...shoe"
In this popular setting, a larger center diamond is surrounded by a "circle" or ring of smaller diamonds to make it look bigger
What is a halo?
Popularized in the American South, this secondary, often playfully themed cake is styled to highlight the groom's hobbies or favorite treats.
What is a groom's cake?
This painful foot problem often strikes brides and bridesmaids mid-way through dancing after wearing high heels all day.
What are blisters?
The Beatles declared: "All you need is love..." — followed immediately by this repeated phrase
"Love is all you need"
Named after an upscale English horse race track where high-society men wore them, this formal neck accessory features a wide, folded piece of fabric secured with a decorative pin, traditionally paired with a morning coat.
What is an tie (or ascot)?
This ring features three main gems set in a row, often said to represent the couple's past, present, and future.
What is a three-stone ring?
Instead of a plated sit-down dinner, many receptions feature this long self-serve setup where guests line up to choose their own foods
What is a buffet?
If sudden rain threatens an outdoor ceremony, this essential item is rushed in—though legend says rain on your wedding day actually brings this good fortune
What is good luck?
Mariah Carey sings in Always Be My Baby: "You'll always be a part of me / I'm part of you indefinitely..."
"...boy, don't you know you can't escape me?"
These small, formal fasteners are used instead of standard buttons on a tuxedo shirt cuff, usually matching the studs down the front of the shirt.
What are cufflinks
Resembling a tear or a raindrop, this elongated diamond cut combines a rounded end with a tapered point.
What is a pear cut (or teardrop)?
This sparkling white wine from the Champagne region of France is the ultimate classic beverage used for raising a glass during wedding toasts.
What is champagne?
During this traditional ceremony practice—where the couple leaps into their new life together—a common mishap is the bride tripping on her gown or landing on the groom's foot
What is jumping the broom?