Wedding Jargon
Wedding terminology explained.
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As you begin planning your wedding, you might encounter a lot of unfamiliar wedding jargon. We know that all these terms can be overwhelming at first, almost like learning a new language!
Many of these words will make little sense outside of the wedding world. However, once you get a hang of the basics, it will all start to make sense.
To help make your wedding planning process as smooth and stress-free as possible, we've explained some commonly misunderstood wedding jargon.
Wedding Jargon
No Corkage: Your eyes should light up when you see this term! This means that the wedding venue does not charge a fee for the happy couple to bring their own daytime drinks.
Wedding Breakfast: This isn’t a meal served in the morning as the name may suggest. It refers to your first meal as newlyweds shared with your guests.
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.
Carriages: A traditional term politely informing guests what time the celebrations will conclude and when they should arrange their 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 Jargon Part 2
Reception/Drinks Reception: The Drinks Reception is the celebration following the ceremony where guests congratulate the couple and socialise over drinks and light refreshments. The term 'Reception' can also refer to any evening celebrations following The Wedding Breakfast.
Toasts: Speeches given by selected guests during the reception to honour the couple and wish them well.
First Look: A perfect photo opportunity! A private moment before the ceremony, where the couple see each other for the first time in their wedding attire.
Buttonholes: Also known as boutonnieres. These floral arrangements are traditionally worn by the groom, groomsmen, and sometimes other male members of the wedding party. They are usually attached to the lapel of a suit jacket or tuxedo.
Canapés: Small, bite-sized appetisers served alongside drinks during the drinks reception.
Wedding Acronyms
MOB: Mother of the Bride
FOG: Father of the Groom
MOG: Mother of the Groom
FOB: Father of the Bride
MOH: Maid of Honour
BM: Bridesmaid/Best Man
RB: Ring Bearer
MC: Master of Ceremonies/Spokesperson
We hope that explaining some of the most common wedding jargon will help you while planning your wedding. Familiarising yourself with these terms can help eliminate confusion and ensure a smooth planning experience at Pendrell Hall.
Special thanks to Phil Brown Photography for the lovely photos.