Wedding glossary
Nuptials and wedding terms relevant to receptions and wedding topics.
Wedding vows
Wedding vows are promises that the couple make to each other during the wedding ceremony. These can be traditional vows…Wedding reception
The reception is a party that takes place after the wedding ceremony. It's a chance for the guests to celebrate…Wedding planner
A wedding planner is a professional who assists with the design, planning, and management of a client's wedding. Wedding planners…Ring Bearer
The ring bearer is a young boy who carries the wedding rings down the aisle during the wedding ceremony. 👦🏻Rehearsal Dinner
The rehearsal dinner is a meal that takes place after the wedding rehearsal, usually the night before the wedding. It's…Maid of Honor
The maid of honor is the bride's chief assistant before and during the wedding. She often helps with planning, provides…Honeymoon
The honeymoon is a holiday taken by the newlyweds after their wedding. The honeymoon is a chance for the couple…Groomsmen
Groomsmen are close friends or relatives of the groom who stand with him during the wedding. They often assist with…Flower girl
A flower girl is a young girl who participates in the wedding procession, often preceding the bride down the aisle.…First Dance
The first dance is a tradition at wedding receptions where the newly married couple share a dance. This typically takes…Ceremony
The ceremony is the formal part of the wedding where the bride and groom exchange vows and are officially married.Bridesmaid
A bridesmaid is a close friend or relative of the bride who assists her before and during the wedding. Bridesmaids…Bridal veil / wedding veil
The bridal veil is a piece of fabric the bride wears over her face during the wedding ceremony. 💕👰🏻♀️Bridal Shower
A bridal shower is a gift-giving party held for the bride-to-be in anticipation of her wedding. It's a chance for…Bouquet Toss
The bouquet toss is a traditional wedding event where the bride throws her bouquet over her shoulder to a group…Best Man
The best man is the chief assistant to the groom at a wedding. His duties often include organizing the bachelor…Bachelorette party
A bachelorette party, or "hen night," is a celebration for the bride-to-be that's usually organized by her bridesmaids or close…