During a Greek wedding service, the bride and groom each hold a candle called lambatha. ... USE THIS TIMELINE TO PLAN YOUR WEDDING DAY FROM 12 MONTHS OUT TO THE BIG DAY.

Wedding centerpieces are a small detail, but one that is noticed. And candle centerpieces are a great way to make an elegant, unique, or fun statement without being expensive or a big time investment.

Candles are used the world over, not simply for light — they have clear and universal symbolism. Unity candles for wedding ceremonies are popular for this very reason, but I don’t get to ...