Groom Sentence Examples

The mother of the groom deserves to look her best.

It was the voice of the groom, trying to wake him.

It's bad luck for the groom to see the bride before the wedding.

That old idea dates back to prearranged marriages, when the groom had never seen the bride.

Disguised as a groom, he started on the 18th of August with only two gentlemen to make his way to the Highlands.

Well, it isn't bad luck to talk to the groom on the phone.

I'll bet that's the groom.

The old count's horse, a sorrel gelding called Viflyanka, was led by the groom in attendance on him, while the count himself was to drive in a small trap straight to a spot reserved for him.

So he quickly finished the shoeing, and the groom hurried to lead the horse to the king.

In 867 Michael was assassinated by Basil the Macedonian, a former groom, who had overthrown the influence of Bardas and in 866 been associated in the Empire.

In the 13th century a knight with two squires, one groom, and the requisite horses, had to disburse 82 marks of silver for his passage; while for a single pilgrim the rate was rather less than r mark.

Having left that soldier who was evidently drunk, Rostov stopped the horse of a batman or groom of some important personage and began to question him.

She was followed by Petya who always kept close to her, by Michael, a huntsman, and by a groom appointed to look after her.

Every house in Mozhaysk had soldiers quartered in it, and at the hostel where Pierre was met by his groom and coachman there was no room to be had.

On returning to Gorki after having seen Prince Andrew, Pierre ordered his groom to get the horses ready and to call him early in the morning, and then immediately fell asleep behind a partition in a corner Boris had given up to him.

Betsy chatted away while Howie, as nervous as a groom, simply listened.

The conversation drifted to clothing—Cynthia's search for an appropriate wedding dress for the mother of the groom, and Jennifer's west coast dress shop.

In 1756, by the special desire of the young prince, he was appointed groom of the stole at Leicester House, in spite of the king's pronounced aversion to him.

He was appointed a privy councillor, groom of the stole and first gentleman of the bedchamber, and though merely an irresponsible confidant, without a seat in parliament or in the cabinet, he was in reality prime minister, and the only person trusted with the king's wishes and confidence.

The groom, the coachman, and the innkeeper told Pierre that an officer had come with news that the French were already near Mozhaysk and that our men were leaving it.

The service is also rather unique because the bride and groom do not make vows to each other?

They are traditional and make the moment when the groom kisses the bride extra special.

The Groom should always look more handsome than the best man.

With the exception of Lori, a childhood playmate; Katie, the groom's sister; and Saundra, the receptionist at the groom's veterinary clinic – and of course, Carmen, the bride; everyone in attendance was a member of the Reynolds family.

I guess that would be bad luck for the bride – and good luck for the groom.

That over with, he left Carmen with the groom.

In 415 Ataulphus crossed the Pyrenees into Spain and died at Barcelona, being assassinated by a groom.

They are youths aged from twelve to sixteen, selected by the sovereign in person, to attend on him at state ceremonies, when two of them, arrayed in an antique costume, assist the groom of the stole in carrying the royal train.

Ladies generally have the aid of a block or a groom's or escort's hand beneath the left foot.

He succeeded in escaping and was ultimately lucky enough to enter the service of Theophilitzes, a relative of the Caesar Bardas (uncle of Michael III.), as groom.

In the Kul-oba, or Mound of Cinders (opened in 1830-1831), was a similar tomb, in which were found what would appear to be the remains of one of the kings of Bosporus, of his queen, his horse and his groom.

He cites Groom's evidence that larvae obtained from the egg readily go through one moult in the aquarium, and the known fact that the last larval stage is.

The conversation drifted to clothing—Cynthia's search for an appropriate wedding dress for the mother of the groom, and Jennifer's west coast dress shop.

With the exception of Lori, a childhood playmate; Katie, the groom's sister; and Saundra, the receptionist at the groom's veterinary clinic – and of course, Carmen, the bride; everyone in attendance was a member of the Reynolds family.

I guess that would be bad luck for the bride – and good luck for the groom.

The groom and groom As the Express says, the popstar will tie the knot with his long-time boyfriend on December 21.

Use a soft brush to groom your ferrets ' coat.

The groom usually wears a single white carnation to match the brides dress.

For example, the bride and groom may love country music.

The short haired dachshunds are easy to groom while the long haired and wire haired breeds require more extensive grooming.

With more delicate constructions, we employ sponges and soft bristled brushes to gently groom the face fiber and allow a gentle cleaning action.

While our wedding packages include the bride's bouquet and groom's buttonhole, you may require more flowers.

I was once a splendid war-horse, gaily caparisoned, and attended by a groom whose sole duty was to see to my wants.

Despite exhaustive enquiries the groom could find no reports of any of the local fox hound being out that late the previous evening.

For example, the groom should not be showing up in a formal black tuxedo for a wedding on the beach.

In front of him walked Kutuzov's groom leading horses in horsecloths.

A visit is then paid to the parents of the groom.

In response, the best man acknowledges the groom's toast to the bridesmaids and goes on to relate some amusing anecdotes about his relationship to the groom.

Other members of the bridal party may be invited to speak besides the groom, bride's father and the best man or you can dispense with speeches altogether.

There are other alternatives, however, including invitations issued by just the bride's or the groom's parents, or even the couple's children from a prior marriage.

A cute couple of bride and groom rubber ducks may be a funny wedding cake topper, but it would be inappropriate for a formal black tie event.

It's a fun, time honored tradition designed to "shower" the bride and groom with gifts needed to start their new lives together, and also a fun way to relieve some of the pre-wedding stress.

Another twist is to have a co-ed shower, and invite both the future bride and groom.

Set a date - If the shower is to be a surprise, you'll have to coordinate the date with the groom and mothers of both the bride and groom.

Create the guest list - If the shower is to be a surprise, ask the groom, the parents of the bride and groom, and friends and co-workers who should be invited.

Help bride and groom take their gifts to their final destination.

How well do your guests know the bride and groom?

Can they describe their first date or name the groom's favorite color?

This allows for the groom to take part in the festivities.

The bride is showered with lingerie and other sexy items for her wedding night, honeymoon and romantic nights with the groom.

If the bride or groom is of a particular ethnicity, this can be incorporated into the theme as well.

Allows bride and/or groom and their entourage to arrive at the church on time looking fresh.

The driver can take the bride and groom first to the photography location then to the reception venue.

Without having to worry about driving, the bride and groom can relax and enjoy each other's company for the first time as husband and wife.

The driver can take the bride and groom to the airport, hotel or other honeymoon destination.

The groom's family usually hosts and pays for the cost of the meal, and so be sure to check with them and see what numbers and prices they are comfortable with before doing your inviting.

By spreading out and driving to each destination in comfort, the bride and groom, and even the bridal party, can arrive at each event looking fresh and pressed.

Arrange for a package deal with the limo service so the bridal party, families of the bride and groom and any other special people can arrive via limousine.

The bride and groom can remain relaxed and celebratory without having to worry about traffic or driving in bad weather.

Someone will also have to return the groom's tux if he will be away on his honeymoon.

From classic to contemporary, from urban appeal to traditional topcoats, there's something for every groom.

Instruct them not to say the word "wedding" or the groom's name.

Personalized wedding favors, elegant bridal shower party favors create unforgettable memories for the bride and groom and their wedding reception guests.

The bride and groom were led into the room by dholl drums and a lot of the dancing was accompanied by the dholl drummers.

Grooms Cake Traditional wedding cakes were once tiered, white cakes with basic butter cream frosting with a plastic bride and groom on top.

The chair is for the bride to sit and the groom to remove the bride's garter from her leg.

Write the wedding speeches (groom, best man, father of the bride ). TOP 7 Days before Have the wedding rehearsal.

Sophie 3 tier round wedding cake with bride and groom in center finished with hand made tiger lily 's.

His approach was to choose pretty young people and groom them to make them attractive to other teenagers.

I say, Tit! said the groom.

Write the wedding speeches (groom, best man, father of the bride). TOP 7 Days before Have the wedding rehearsal.

If you have recently attended a wedding we photographed, or maybe you where the bride and groom !

So if you are a golfing buddy of the groom, for instance, but you don't know the bride well or at all, it is not a good idea choose a new driver or a new putter as a wedding gift.

If you choose to shop somewhere other than where the bride and groom have registered and you don't mind purchasing a gift certificate, choose a store where the couple will likely shop.

These are databases that are created by the bride and groom when they register.

Many rental places offer free or reduced tuxes for the groom and other party members if a certain number is rented.

When they groom themselves they ingest the clay which can cause a blockage in their digestive systems and can be fatal.

Even a slight residue will be picked up by their paws and then ingested when they groom themselves.

I groom her every day but she is constantly licking and having lots of hairballs.

When cats groom themselves, they distribute this protein over their entire coat.

This is the way that cats in the wild mark territory as well as groom their claws.

They will sleep together, share toys, groom each other and engage in fun activities.

Both the bride and groom (if each one is a U.S. citizen) will need to have a search conducted through state records to confirm that neither one is currently married before they can enter into a marriage elsewhere.

You will need to provide, at least, the groom's first and last name and the date the divorce occurred.

Therefore, at the very least, you must know the year the divorce occurred and the groom's name prior to searching.

Being unable to find a groom's name in a specific index does not mean that the divorce did not occur, but possibly that the record was never provided to the Bureau.

To use the service, you will need the groom's last and first name.

I would greatly appreciate your help in determining what color of eye shadow, lipstick, and blush I should be wearing with a chocolate satin Mother of the Groom's dress.

Some women prefer to apply makeup and groom standing in front of the bathroom mirror.

Groom your brows, but don't shape them on prom day!

It is also traditional to have special symbols or the name of the groom incorporated into the design.

For a flattering eyebrow shape, visit a salon and have an esthetician who specializes in eyebrow shaping wax and groom your brows.

Choose a natural bridal look if you normally go makeup free in your everyday life, your groom isn't into the glammed up look, or you're having a simple, intimate ceremony.

You must bathe, groom, play with and feed the animals in order to stay successful.

You can groom them, get involved in Minis (which are sidekicks to your pet), buy and sell pets and set up an aquarium for fun.

To care for your Chicka Pet, you groom them, clean up after then, feed and train them for battle and read to them.

Once the shoot is over, the revealing portraits can be given to a significant other, boyfriend, girlfriend, lover, or your groom on your wedding day.

Volunteers regularly groom and maintain the five and a half mile cross-country trail.

The groom's face may have changed as the years went by, but the one constant was how you picture yourself walking down the aisle in a stunning wedding dress.

A thoughtful gift shows your love and good wishes to the future bride and groom much better than one that was grabbed off the rack in a moment of haste.

No bride or groom wants to miss out on capturing every detail of their very special occasion.

Traditionally speaking, the groom will handle gifts for the groomsmen and the bride will pick out gifts for her bridesmaids.

Ushers and groomsmen traditionally get a small token of appreciate from the groom.

There have also been instances where the bride and groom have given savings bonds, which are gifts that keep giving.

If the parents of the bride and groom don't yet know each other or if all of the members of the wedding party haven't yet met, this is a good way to break the ice in anticipation of the Big Day.

Proper etiquette dictates the wedding rehearsal dinner be hosted by the parents of the groom.

The bride and groom can let all the wedding rehearsal guests know the pertinent details.

The parents of the bride and groom should be in attendance as should all members of the wedding party.

The hosts, in most cases the parents of the groom, will probably wish to make a toast.

Guests want to give the bride and groom something special that will last them for a long time.

A wedding gift registry is a computerized list that the bride and groom fill out at a store listing the specific gifts they desire.

The bride and groom should fill the registry with items they're sure to use.

Guests sometimes believe that a wedding gift must cost as least as much as the estimated "per head" cost the bride and groom are paying to host the reception.

Groomsmen and the groom can rent tuxedos from a local retailer to make things simple.

You and your beloved can exchange vows on the beach and retreat to the ocean-view ballroom for a magnificent reception complete with special bride and groom table.

Go around in a circle and have the first guest say her name, where she's from, and her relationship to the bride or groom.

It wouldn't do to schedule the wedding day for the same weekend the groom to be's grandparents are on a cruise or a cousin has scheduled a sweet sixteen party.

According to the rules of etiquette, the bride and groom should tell their parents of the bride first.

The only exception to this is if either the bride or groom have a child from a previous relationship, in which case that child should be told first.

In addition to announcing the engagement and giving any pertinent details regarding the proposal, the newspaper announcements will list the bride and groom's occupation, schooling, and the occupations of their parents, among other things.

If it's the bride and groom's wish, the big news can be a surprise only to be revealed after the guests have arrived.

These monogrammed velum paper cones hold soft petals for tossing at the bride and groom as they depart.

The bride and groom blend their unique colored sand together into one vase to symbolize the coming together of two lives and families.

Bride and groom toppers are typically small plastic or porcelin figures that represent the couple.

Funny wedding cake toppers are humorous takes on the traditional bride and groom figurines.

These toppers feature the bride dragging the groom to the altar, the groom with a ball and chain or even the couple on cell phones.

Others are may have the bride and groom depicted as a princess and a frog.

In fact, you can even have a Superman cake topper, complete with the bride and groom as superheros!

When the rich and famous get married, they have more to worry about than the average bride and groom.

Disco balls with LED lights are perfect for a reception if the bride and groom enjoy getting their groove on.

Since romance is in the air, hang mistletoe in various locations around the room, or at least over the bride and groom's table.

Fill each stocking with small gifts, one stocking for the bride and one for the groom.

Friends and family of the bride and groom like to update every aspect of the couple's wedding plans.

For the bride and groom, repeating all of the details over and over again can be tedious.

Now is not the time to make a statement, and the day isn't about looking better than the mother of the groom or your ex-husband's new wife.

Since the mother of the bride traditionally chooses a wedding dress before the mother of the groom, the bride will also alert the groom's mother as to what you are wearing.

Before you get carried away, consult with the groom.

There's a scene in Steel Magnolias when all of the women are in Truvy's beauty shop discussing the groom's cake, a red velvet affair with gray icing in the shape of an armadillo.

In the North, not too many people heard of a groom's cake before Shelby's wedding, but in the South, it's a long standing tradition.

A groom's cake is a smaller cake, usually one tier, following a theme that is of interest to the groom.

For instance, if the groom is a sports fan, the cake can be in the shape of a basketball or football.

If the groom is into golf, the cake can resemble a putting green.

If the groom is into armadillos, then by all means he should have a cake in the shape of an armadillo.

Generally, it's a gift from the bride to the groom.

If the wedding cake is to be sliced and shared with the guests, when does one eat a groom's cake?

Traditionally this cake is made up of the groom's favorite flavors; either chocolate or fruit.

You can purchase the groom's cake from the same baker from which you purchase the wedding cake.

A cake for the groom is very popular in the south, while virtually unheard of in many of the northern areas of the US.

Both the bride and groom to be should have their own attorneys read over the agreement with a fine tooth comb prior to signing.

When the bride and groom made their exit as husband and wife, the dogs escorted them back up the aisle as if they were invited members of the wedding party.

If you don't know the bride and groom all that well, it is usually best to stick with conventional choices.

If you are buying a gift basket for a couple, remember to purchase something that both the bride and the groom will enjoy.

It may be a little more difficult to find a groom's gift, as guys are traditionally much harder to shop for.

Gift certificates are a wonderful way to express your good wishes when you're not exactly sure of the groom's preferences.

When it comes to wedding gift baskets, one point of etiquette to always consider is the preference of the bride and groom.

After a frantic phone call from the mother of the groom, he was an hour late.

Not only were the bride and groom nervous, I was anxious because I had to partner with a groomsman with whom I'd broken up a week before after a two-year relationship.

Now guests take home tired feet from dancing, full bellies from eating, and a token from the bride and groom.

Rice was the only throw once tossed over the bride and groom.

Add personalized underwear for the bride and groom to any basket for a guaranteed grin.

A cozy romantic restaurant, an evening stroll in the park, at the beach at sunset, are some of the places where a groom can get down onbended knee.

While brides often take on the majority of the wedding planning, the honeymoon is an area where the groom traditionally takes charge of planning.

Not only must the bride and groom personally deal with the tragic decision to cancel, but they also must notify family, friends, and guests who will ultimately bombard them with questions and concerns.

Typically the bride and groom light one candle from two taper candles to symbolize their union in marriage.

After months of wedding planning, both bride and groom can look forward to a well-deserved break basking on the beach, soaking up the sun, and taking in romantic evenings together.

According to etiquette, the following members of the bridal party are required to say a few words; the bride's father, the groom and the best man.

Typically the bride's father welcomes the groom's family before beginning the formal portion of the toast.

No matter what your denomination, traditional wedding vows can express a wonderful sentiment and affection between a bride and groom.

The bride and the groom sit apart from each other (sometimes in separate rooms) and are asked by the officiate if they are willing to commit to one another.

The bride and groom were questioned by the officiate regarding the sincerity of their desire to wed.

The bride and groom join hands and begin their traditional wedding vows.

The officiate states that the bride and groom shall love, honor and cherish each other through sickness and health.

Tell how long you have known the bride and the groom.

Their One True Love wedding package may include such items as a limo, bridal bouquet, groom's boutonniere, and professional photography at a very reasonable price.

Because they're individually wrapped, the bride and groom don't have to worry about cutting a cake and the reception staff doesn't have to deal with plating up slices for each guest.

For instance, there will be no photographs of the bride and groom cutting the cake together and no singing a few rounds of "The Bride Cuts the Cake."

The bride and groom can still feed each other cake, if they are so inclined.

Usually, a marriage record contains at least some basic information like the full names of the bride and groom (and probably the maiden name of the bride), and the date and location of where the marriage took place.

First, the full name (including the maiden name) of the bride and groom will be needed.

If the location is not known, it can be approximated by using the cities of birth for both the bride and the groom.

Bride and groom are not restricted by templates, they are free to choose whatever designs and wording they want to express their invitations.

As for it being your second wedding and your groom's first, that whole thing doesn't matter anymore.

And why should your groom miss out on the fun and excitement of registering?

Some banks offer financial registries that give the bride and groom an option of designing it for a home downpayment, an education fund, or even investments like CDs and bonds.

It is certainly a lovely gesture and most appreciated by the bride and groom, but it is not obligatory.

The closer you are to the bride and groom, the greater amount you will likely spend on a wedding gift.

No longer are wedding cake tops the requisite plastic statues of a smiling bride and groom.

No longer are cakes mass produced three tiered confections complete with smiling bride and groom on top, now they're individual, personalized affairs.

In addition to finding a traditional bride and groom wedding cake accessory, you'll also find those that are a little less traditional.

In fact, he or they actually served as a kind of army for the groom.

This might be necessary if the bride's family disapproved of the groom and wouldn't give the bride permission to marry.

The groom would gather together several of his closest friends to aid him in the procurement of his lady, even if this meant battling her relatives!

According to legend, however, a few of the best men made the mistake of becoming too friendly with the bride, and thus, they have been ever after banished to the groom's side instead.

There have been hard feelings and even family feuds as a result of who the groom picks.

While many others may want to put their two cents in regarding the selection, the decision should remain the groom's.

Many people assume that the primary roles are to host a great stag party and to look good beside the groom during the ceremony.

Support-He will give the groom his support and help throughout the planning of the ceremony and of course at the wedding.

This will probably include going with the groom to tux fittings and any other necessary duties.

Stag party-While most of the groom's friends will look forward to this event more than any other event associated with the wedding, the best man needs to ensure that this event is well-organized and safe.

Ceremony-He will accompany the groom to the church, making sure he arrives ready and on time.

They'll be touched by the sentimental gesture and will be sure to think of the bride and groom every time they hear the song.

Music boxes can be monogrammed with the bridesmaid's initials or engraved with the bride and groom's names and the wedding date.

Can it be considered a "one stop shopping" emporium, or will you have to visit different locations to purchase a veil, shoes, accessories, and dresses for the attendants and mothers of the bride and groom?

Names of the Parents-Depending upon the situation and the bride and groom's preference, the bride's and the groom's parents may issue the invitation, and if so both sets of names need to be on the invitation.

Their Groom's Guide to Style and Etiquette can help you decide what the proper tux style should be for your wedding.

There are obvious advantages to having a Hummer limo as your method of transport for the bride, groom, and bridal party, but the cost is higher, and in some cases, significantly higher, than other types of limousine vehicles.

This means you, your groomsmen and the fathers of both bride and groom should shop together at least 4 to 6 weeks before the event.

Use the bride and groom's engagement photo, a childhood photo from the bride, or a group picture of the bride and many of the guests in attendance.

You can choose your own variations on how to organize the information, but most cards have the bride and groom's names on the front, along with the wedding date.

Sometimes the bride and groom choose to put a phrase with special meaning on the front of the card as well.

While riding in the limo, some couples like to take a short trip to the location of their first date or the spot where the groom proposed.

Finding lovely and appropriate mother of the groom dresses is one of the main items moms of grooms must do in wedding planning.

Traditional dress etiquette dictates that the mother of the groom should wait until the mother of the bride picks out her dress.

The mother of the groom should not wear a strappy beach dress if the mother of the bride is in a ball gown.

Depending on the style, you may also be able to wear a fancy pantsuit to the wedding, instead of the traditional mother of the groom dresses.

Since the mother of the groom's dress should match the bridesmaids' dresses in formality,many mothers choose to have a similar dress length.

Shopping for mother of the groom dresses is easier than ever.

If a bride or a groom has a pet who feels like part of the family, s/he may choose to have the dog or cat act as the ring-bearer.

The joint lighting of a single large candle by the bride and groom symbolizes their commitment together and their families coming together as one.

These may include holiday themes, fruits, or even personalized nameplates with the bride and groom's names.

With proper preparation, however, the speech can be meaningful and memorable without causing embarrassment either to the bride and groom or the best man.

An invitation for the bride to seek the best man's help when dealing with the groom's foibles, or a lighthearted quip about what she's gotten herself into.

As the groom, part of your responsibility is to choose personalized groomsmen gifts.

The groom can choose the groomsmens' favorite teams and then have their name engraved beneath their teams mascot along with a short message.

Once the elegant wedding cake has been chosen, a couple may decide they want a unique groom cake.

Traditionally served at either the rehearsal dinner or the wedding reception, the groom cake offers a way to incorporate a man's perspective into an event often dominated by the bride and other women.

The popularity of unique groom cakes has risen, making more and more couples chose to showcase their cakes at the reception.Getting a groom cake may take a little work.

When looking for a groom cake that requires using licensed characters, teams, or other copyright-protected material, you need to ask the baker if he or she is licensed to produce the image.

A unique groom cake does not only mean design, but also flavor.

Traditionally, the wedding cake has been white while the groom cake is a chocolate or chocolate base.

However, with wedding cakes incorporating multiple flavors and fillings, groom cakes have gone beyond the decadent chocolate flavors of the past.

Before ordering a groom cake, make sure the flavor is special to the groom.

If the cake flavor is the most important, consider having the groom's mom bake the cake to be sure it is just right.

The flavor can be complementary to the actual wedding cake, like a lemon wedding cake and a raspberry groom's cake.

But the groom should really choose a flavor that he enjoys and is special to him.

If you are getting a unique groom cake that requires labor-intensive decoration or the cake to be shaped, expect to pay significantly more for your cake.

The groom, on the other hand, may forsake a tuxedo jacket for a more casual shirt, and the bridal party may find themselves barefoot in the sand for easier walking as well as comfort.

It can take eight weeks or longer to obtain a passport, a fact the bride and groom should share with their bridal party and guests so everyone can be adequately prepared.

Many bakers will be unwilling or unable to create extremely unusual designs because of the labor and risk involved, and the couple also runs the risk of their guests not sharing the same personalized vision as the bride and groom.

Traditionally, the groom pays for the groomsmen gifts.

The number of men involved in the wedding will make a difference in how much the groom has available to spend on each man or what the overall budget is.

It also allows the bride and groom to share some of their good fortune with their guests.

Two stalks can represent both the bride and groom as well as the love in their happy relationship, while three lucky shoots symbolize happiness, fertility, and family.

Pots can be engraved or etched with bride and groom clipart or other symbols, the couple's names, wedding date, or meaningful Chinese characters for added Asian flair.

Chocolate mice, perhaps a white and a dark chocolate pair to represent both the bride and groom.

Picking out men's silk shirts for beach weddings is an important part of dressing the groom and his men.

If your groomsmen and groom will be wearing jackets for photos and the ceremony, choosing a short-sleeve can help keep them cooler.

Differentiate the groom by having him wear a plain shirt.

The groom could wear a shirt in white, or a colored one in the same family.

The shoes your groomsmen and groom wear depend on how elaborate your wedding will be.

To care for your silk men's shirts, be sure to tell the groom and groomsmen not to wear them before the ceremony.

Dress your groom in a coordinating shirt and you will look great together!

As the bride and groom, perhaps you want your ring bearer to match the entire wedding party.

The best song to choose is one that has special meaning for both the groom and the mother of the groom.

A number of sentimental songs that are played for the mother and son dance could also be possibilities for the first dance wedding song between the bride and the groom.

Once you have chosen a few possibilities together as a couple, you may want to ask the mother of the groom for her input.

This makes wedding planning easy for the bride and groom, whether they are planning a simple elopement, a small casual affair, or a larger formal gathering.

From tails to top hats, anything goes when it comes to outfitting the groom, groomsmen, ushers, and even the ring bearer.

Make sure you note whether or not the groom will be wearing a different style of shirt than the rest of the men, or if he will be wearing a color other than red (such as white or black) to make him stand out.

While most people do bring tangible or cash gifts to showers and weddings, the primary event is to celebrate the union of the bride and groom.

After all, a busy bride and groom may not have time to sew 100 potholders or carve 200 wooden ornaments.

What bride (or groom) wants to be arranging flowers the night before the wedding?

It does cut down on the romance factor, but could keep the bride or groom from breaking down at the front of the church.

If either the bride or groom has dreamt of traditional wedding vows as a sacred litany, choosing personal vows instead will lose that time-honored sentiment.

Personal wedding vows add an intimate, romantic touch to a wedding ceremony in a way that only the bride and groom can.

If a couple does not practice a particular religion, or if the bride and groom are of different faiths, writing vows can help them incorporate their own spiritualism into the ceremony.

Both the bride and groom should practice their vows several times to become familiar with the spoken words, even to memorize them for the wedding day if possible.

A bride and groom who choose to make many of their own accessories will often face a time crunch if they did not plan well in advance.

Couples may choose to pair a light and a dark truffle together to represent both the bride and the groom, or they may simple choose their favorite flavors to share with their guests.

Ask the mother of the groom what outfit she plans to wear.

Crazy grooms cakes can be a fun way to indulge in the wild side and celebrate the groom during the wedding festivities without jeopardizing the formality of the actual wedding cake.

A groom's cake is a rich dessert that is specially designed to honor the groom's tastes, preferences, and hobbies.

A fun and outrageous groom's cake can be a great way to relieve wedding planning stress and to enjoy a more unique dessert without sacrificing the traditional formality of the wedding cake.

Many couples opt to display and share groom's cakes alongside the wedding cake at the reception, but they are also great options for the wedding rehearsal dinner, a couple's wedding shower, or a bachelor party.

For most celebrations, the groom will decide on the style and flavor of his honorific cake, or the confection may be a personalized surprise from his bride, the groomsmen, or his family.

Chocolate groom's cakes are popular options, as are liqueur flavored cakes, candy bar confections, and rich cheesecake flavors topped with sauces, nuts, or fruit.

Bundt cakes, brownies, pies, donuts, and other pastries can all be used for a groom's cake alternative with sweet results.

Furthermore, the groom himself could be offended at exaggerated designs or cakes that play up personality traits he may not be fond of.

To be sure there are no misunderstandings, ask if the groom wants a cake in his honor (many men don't see the need or the point), and be sure he is okay with the chosen theme.

Crazy grooms cakes can be a fun way to showcase the groom's glory and quirks at the wedding celebration.

From whimsical designs to crazy confections, there is always a way to show the groom just how sweet - and crazy - he is.

The amount spent depends on the overall budget, the design of the desired cake, and how important having a particular baker or cake is to the bride and groom.

In a Hawaiian wedding, the groom usually wears a lei made from spicy-smelling maile leaves.

There are many different cake themes for groom cakes that can be used depending on the personality of the groom and the theme of the wedding.

Many people didn't know about the groom's cake until they saw the movie Steel Magnolias, in which a red velvet groom's cake in the shape of an armadillo has a supporting role.

The fact is, however, that the tradition of the groom's cake has been around for a long time, particularly in the southern United States.

Even if you didn't grow up somewhere with a tradition of having a groom's cake, it's a fun way to bring a little of your groom's personality into the big day (and another sweet is always a good thing).

Groom's cakes are traditionally chocolate, but as with many other things in weddings today, it's fine to break with tradition and have the groom's cake be any flavor you like.

If you've decided that you want to have a groom's cake, you know that you have a lot more creativity and flexibility in what that cake is going to look and taste like than you might have with the main wedding cake.

It's a good idea to brainstorm some cake themes for groom ideas before you visit the bakery that's going to make the cake.

A good place to start is with some of the groom's favorite things.

The groom's cake is a great place to bring some personality and whimsy into the day.

And it doesn't have to be all about the groom.

The point is that the sky's the limit when coming up with cake theme ideas for groom cakes.

While it's not actually necessary for the groom's cake to have anything to do with the bride's cake or the rest of the wedding as a whole, some brides and grooms like for everything at their wedding to be thematically on point.

For example, if the wedding aims to transport guests to Paris, a groom's cake in the shape of hubby's pontoon boat might not be the best option.

Of course, one of these fantasy cakes might be out of your price range, so going with a simpler design for the groom's cake might be a good idea.

If you're still in the process of selecting someone to handle your sweets, bring up your groom's cake ideas during the interviews.

Alternatively, brides, family members, or someone in the wedding party may choose to create the groom's cake.

With a bit of colored frosting and some fun cake toppers, it's possible to create a unique and memorable groom's cake that has a favorite hobby or pastime as its theme.

For example, try a fancy spin on ham (like prosciutto-wrapped melon?) for a spring fete, or a tasty fruitcake as your groom's cake around the holidays.

Under the humorous options for cake toppers, there's the Hooked on Love Interchangeable Cake Topper Set that features the bride "hooking" the groom with a fishing pole.

This site also has more traditional bride and groom options that you could use in addition to colored icing that looks like waves and sand on the top of your cake.

In that case, you can choose one of the more traditional settings with doves or a bride and groom set against a background of shells and pearls.

Tropical flowers, exotic plants or brightly colored large arrangements look lovely on pillars or columns next to the bride and groom.

They allow the bride and groom complete flexibility, and can also be a very economical choice.

Sharing this information means that the guests are fully aware of the plans for the day and that the bride and groom can concentrate on enjoying their special day without having to worry if people know what the plans are.

Blank wedding programs allow the bride and groom plenty of opportunity to print their programs right up until the last minute.

This allows the bride and groom to create their own special and unique wedding program with plenty of flexibility.