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The Wedding Candle
Wedding candles, other wise known as unity candles, are lit to celebrate the uniting of two people and two families. The origin of this candle is unclear, but many people say that it dates back to the 1930s.
Traditionally, these candles were white. But, now they come in a variety of colors and can even be elaborately decorated according to the groom and bride’s desire. Any kind of candle can be used as a wedding candle.
A unity candle is a type of wedding candle that includes two taper candles with a larger, pillar candle centered in the middle. The pillar candle is known as the unity candle and it is almost always white.
This is a relatively new adaption to the traditional wedding ceremony and is most popular in the United States. The lighting of the unity candle represents the coming together of two families and is a symbol of their love for the bride and groom.
Floating candles are commonly used as wedding candles at out door receptions. These are tiny round candles that are placed in ponds to give a more majestic look to the garden.
Other candles that are used as wedding candles are tea, votive, pillar and taper candles. Tea candles and votive candles are usually placed in the center of dining tables. Sometimes these candles may be placed on fancy candle holders to give the reception room a more elegant appeal.
Wedding candles are also used for other purposes. The newly weds have the option of designing their own personalized wedding candles that will last for life and forever remind them of that special day when they became one.
Relatives may purchase customized wedding candles for the bride and groom as gifts. These are known as candle favors and they come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. You can also find great deals on bulk votives if you are interested in budget weddings.
Regardless of their size, shape and color, and how they are used, wedding candles always add warmth and ambience to a wedding reception.
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