Wedding Jargon

What Does It All Mean!?

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As you embark on your wedding planning journey, you may find yourself immersed in a world of wedding jargon that might initially feel unfamiliar!

We understand that it can all feel a little overwhelming when you are faced with a plethora of wedding terms that make little sense outside of the wedding world. It can feel like a whole new language at first! But once you've got the hang of a few basic terms, everything will start to make sense.

To make your wedding planning run as smooth and as stress-free as possible, we thought we'd shed some light on some commonly misunderstood wedding jargon.

Wedding Jargon

Wedding Breakfast: Contrary to what the name suggests, the wedding breakfast isn't served in the morning. It refers to your first meal as newlyweds shared with your guests.

No Corkage: This term indicates that the wedding venue does not charge a fee for the happy couple to bring their own daytime drinks.

Carriages: A traditional term politely informing guests what time the celebrations end and when they should arrange transport home.

Celebrant/Registrar: A celebrant is a person who officiates at a wedding ceremony, whereas a registrar is a government official who legally conducts and registers marriages.

Wedding Favours: These are small gifts given to guests as a token of appreciation for attending the wedding. They can range from personalised trinkets to edible treats and are often placed at each guest's table setting.

Wedding Jargon Continued...

First Look: A private moment between the couple before the ceremony, where they see each other for the first time in their wedding attire, usually captured by the photographer.

Toasts: Speeches given by selected guests during the reception to honour the couple and wish them well.

Canapés: Small, bite-sized appetisers served during the drinks reception, typically accompanied by drinks.

Reception/Drinks Reception: The Drinks Reception is the post-ceremony celebration where guests congratulate the couple and socialise over some drinks and light refreshments. The term 'Reception' can also refer to the evening celebrations following The Wedding Breakfast.

Buttonholes: Also known as boutonnieres, these are floral arrangements traditionally worn by the groom, groomsmen, and sometimes other male members of the wedding party. They are typically pinned to the lapel of a suit jacket or tuxedo.

Wedding Acronyms

MOB: Mother of the Bride

MOG: Mother of the Groom

FOB: Father of the Bride

FOG: Father of the Groom

MOH: Maid of Honour

BM: Bridesmaid/Best Man

MC: Master of Ceremonies/Spokesperson

RB: Ring Bearer

These are just a few examples of common wedding jargon you might encounter during your wedding planning process. Understanding these terms can help cut out any confusion and make planning your special day at Hanbury Barns seamless.

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