Vows 2011
Wedding glossary
Planning a wedding? There are certain terms that every bride and groom should learn so they can be more informed of the process. Ascot: A wide, formal tie generally reserved for formal daytime weddings. Blusher: A short veil that covers the brides' face before the ceremony. Bodice: Close, upper-fitting part of the dress. Boutonniere: Flower or flowers that are worn by the men in the wedding party. The boutonniere always should be affixed to the left side of the jacket.
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Buttercream: Most common icing used on wedding cakes. Cathedral train: Train, or long piece of fabric that extends 6 1/2 to 7 1/2 feet from the waist.
wide back tail; accessories include a wing-collar shirt with an ascot and a coordinating vest. Ganache: Rich chocolate filling or topping made from chocolate and heavy cream. Garland: Flowers and/or green leaves that are draped over railings. Girdle: The outer edge or the widest part of the diamond forming a band around the stone. Illusion: Fine netting used for veils, headpieces, and on the sleeves and necklines of dresses. Inclusion: An internal imperfection on a diamond. Nosegay: Small bouquet featuring posies. Tea length: Length of dress or skirt that falls several inches above the ankles.
Cornelli: Decorative form of icing that resembles lacework on wedding cakes.
Topiary: Flowers or foliage trained and trimmed into geometric shapes, often resembling miniature trees or animals.
Cutaway jacket: Jacket that tapers from the front waist button to a long,
Tussy mussy: Silver cone-shaped holder for a bouquet.
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