WEDDING GLOSSARY BY LETTER

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Calligraphy

An ornate form of handwriting that is often used on wedding invitations.

Candle Lighters

Two people chosen by the couple to participate in lighting the candles at the wedding, often members of the wedding party, other special friends or older children.

Carat

Standard unit of weight for diamonds and most other gemstones. 1carat is equal to 200 milligrams. There are 100 points in a carat.

Cathedral Veil

The longest and most formal of bridal veils, measuring approximately 126" in length. May have multiple layers or worn with a blusher veil. Most appropriate for formal weddings and worn with a cathedral train. A cathedral veil creates a dramatic effect, extending past the wedding gown train by at least a foot on up to five yards if desired.

Chapel Veil

A formal bridal veil that is meant to barely touch the floor, measuring approximately 108" in length but can be customized to a bride's height. May have multiple layers or worn with a blusher veil. Most appropriate for a formal wedding gown with a chapel or sweep train.

Comb

A bridal headpiece that slips into the hair and lays flat, usually decorated with crystals, beads, or flowers.

Corsage

A floral arrangement consisting of a single flower or small spray of flowers, lace, and ribbon that is often worn by female friends and relatives of the bride and groom in a wedding. Available in wrist, pin-on and hand-held styles.

Crown

A full circle headdress that sits on your head, usually decorated with crystals or pearls.

Cubic Zirconia

A man-made crystal, resembling a colorless and flawless diamond. High quality stones that are cut and set like genuine stones cannot visually be distinguished from a perfect mined diamond. Created using minerals from the earth which are melted at a very high temperature and then cooled into crystals. A great option for bridal jewelry, bridesmaid jewelry, and honeymoon jewelry. Available clear or in a variety of colors.

Cummerbund

A broad pleated sash worn around the waist on top of the shirt and pants but under the jacket. Worn with a tuxedo for formal dress instead of a vest or suspenders, usually the same color as the tie. Worn with pleats facing upward.

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