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Vancouver Island’s Wedding Guide to Venues, Gowns, Tips, Checklist and more Pretty Things to dress up your day Dream locations!

And secret places for your ceremony The custom of Tying the knot

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Pretty Things Timeless ring bearer’s pillow.

The perfect accessory to place your precious rings on!

Satin with delicate beading and ribbon trim.

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Say “i Do!” Paul mara Jewellers has the perfect jewellery for your special day, including these dazzling diamonds set in gold. paulmarajewellers.com

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idar’s unforgettable and award-winning calla lily ring idar.com

Giuseppe Zanotti shoes say it all!

Turn heads with these statement heels, with soft velvet texture and stunning crystal embellished ankle strap. at the hudson’s Bay.

every bride wants her day to be special. ohh la la Cupcakes provide beautiful wedding cakes and specialty cupcakes for your wedding day. oohlalacupcakes.ca

Blooming halos created by your florist dress up your wedding hairstyle or serve as a pretty alternative to a traditional headpiece on your very, very special day.

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marisol hair vine with Swarovski pearls and crystal clusters (above).

Chelsea Cathedral rose alencon veil (right) makes a statement with an opulent rose pattern. available at Shades of White in Victoria.

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Incorporate flowers on your wedding day

apart from bouquets, flowers can enhance weddings in several different ways and take their cue from historical traditions.

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eddings are special moments for couples and the guests they invite to share their happiness on their big days. Beautiful weddings require substantial planning, as every last detail must be considered for couples to enjoy the wedding of their dreams.

Flowers play a big role in many weddings, and couples can add beauty and ambiance to the event by using floral arrangements in various ways. Modern floral arrangements are stunning, and many couples may not know that herbs, spices and flowers have been used in weddings for centuries.

Today, flowers are used to decorate wedding venues, impart sweet fragrances and complement formal attire, but in ancient times they were used differently. Flowers were used to bestow good luck on the couple and keep bad omens away. Brides carried ar-

omatic flowers and spices to keep evil spirits from spoiling the festivities, and some even tucked bulbs of garlic into their bouquets. In ancient Greece and Rome, both the bride and groom wore garlands made out of strongsmelling herbs flowers around their necks or heads. These wreaths were considered gifts of nature, and thus extremely appropriate for a wedding. Traditionally, bridesmaids would be responsible for fashioning these floral components. In ancient Sweden, young girls would carry small bouquets of fragrant herbs down the aisle and the groom would put thyme in his pocket. These aromatics were thought to help keep trolls at bay.

Besides warding off spirits or hungry trolls, flowers also served more practical purposes throughout history. During the Middle Ages, people bathed less frequently than they do today. Bathing might only have

occurred twice a year, once during summer and then again at Christmas time. Because many weddings took place in the spring, flowers were used to mask bodily odours. Not only were flowers and herbs carried, but they also would be sewn into clothing.

Modern brides and grooms may no longer see their wedding days as times for opportunistic evil spirits. But that doesn’t mean that couples cannot borrow from ancient traditions and incorporate flowers into their weddings in various ways.

• Wreaths and garlands: Ask the florist to weave small flower buds, berries and vines to a headband, wreath or piece of twine so that the bride and groom can wear these flowers in the way they were worn by ancient Greeks and Romans. When coupled with Grecian-styled wedding gowns, brides can look like beautiful goddesses

on their wedding days.

• Fragrant favours: Tuck dried rose petals and other fragrant flowers into sachets that are embroidered with the wedding date and couple’s names. Guests can use these sachets to keep clothing smelling fresh in drawers or as subtle air fresheners around the house.

• Edible flowers: Ask the caterer to make meals flower-friendly by including some edible blooms in the salad or as a garnish on meals.

• Raining petals: In lieu of bubbles or birdseed, guests can shower the newlyweds with rose petals after the ceremony.

• Memorial: Some couples like to honour departed family members. Floral arrangements with small placards can make for fitting memorials. — MC

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An unequalled air of fantasy and romance

Experience the ultimate romantic wedding at St. Ann’s Academy. Photo (right) by D. Lowes.

The historic buildings are the perfect location for your wedding photos. Above image by Nichole Taylor.

are few, if any, locations in Victoria Twithherewedding facilities that match those of

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• Private Garden • Historical Chapel

• Large Outdoor Green Space • Theatre-style Auditorium

St. Ann’s Academy, 835 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC

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t. Ann’s Academy, a National Historic Site, has a rich history in Victoria.

This stunning location has elegant indoor, outdoor and combination settings available to suit your unique love story.

Outside, the Academy grounds feature a variety of garden settings – two in particular that are ideally suited to outdoor ceremonies and receptions. The Novitiate Garden is very secluded, which makes it the ideal location for an outdoor ceremony and smaller reception. The verdant green manicured lawn, perimeter flower beds and gazebo create a pleasing, cozy atmosphere.

For larger scale affairs, the Academy Green offers a sunny field as well as shade under the canopy of grand trees.

Inside, the Academy offers a chapel, parlours and a spacious foyer. The chapel is

the true jewel of the Academy. Built in 1858, the chapel’s gently flattened arches and hand carved and gilded ornamentation is reminiscent of the baroque inspired chapels common in Quebec.

With golden sunlight cascading through its original art-glass windows, the chapel lends an unequalled air of fantasy and romance to every wedding held within.

Though historically Roman Catholic, the chapel has been rededicated as an interfaith chapel, welcoming everyone’s beliefs.

If you prefer something less religiouslyreminiscent, St. Ann’s also has a theatrestyle auditorium with beautiful art-glass windows and a greater capacity for your special day. stannsacademy.com

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njoy the natural splendour of B.C.’s West Coast at one of Vancouver Island’s premier wedding destinations. A member of the GolfBC group, Olympic View Golf Club offers wedding couples an amazing venue with vistas and value with none of the hidden costs or organizational hassles.

Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a large celebration of 200+, our talented wedding and event coordinator will personally be there to help make your vision come true.

Our talented team of award-winning chefs look forward to sharing their culinary ideas with you. Many of our fresh ingredients are sourced from local producers. Be creative — we will customize your menu to suit. At Olympic View, you can have your cake and eat it, too. you ChooSe. We CreaTe.

We offer many inclusive services including personalized event planning and coordination, wedding rehearsal, on site photo locations, bridal suite, bartending, cake cutting, private patio, bridal party parking, personalized signage and use of AV equipment. As a wedding gift, we provide a round of golf for the wedding couple prior to your wedding day and a GolfBC card — good for more free golf at any of our seven GolfBC locations.

olymPiC VieW A world away, yet only minutes from Downtown Victoria, Olympic View Golf Club is the dream location for your dream day.

Surrounded by rolling forested hills, lakes and waterfalls — view all this natural splendour from the Clubhouse, with its floor to ceiling windows and wrap-around decks.

No need for your guests to travel to another venue as we can host both your ceremony and reception on site. Wedding and banquet coordinator, Katrina Milne, will take care of all the details leading up to, during and after your event, so you can relax and enjoy your special day.

“Katrina was amazing at keeping everything organized and flowing, which really helped keep everything stress-free! I felt confident knowing everything was going to go great. I was happy with the whole team. Everyone was very nice and left an everlasting impression on all guests. The chef was also amazing; the food was delicious, and guests were still talking about the food after the wedding!” – Melissa and Luke Contact: Katrina Milne, Wedding & Banquet Coordinator, Olympic View Golf Club kmilne@golfbc.com | Phone: 250-474-3673 ext 252 olympicviewgolf.com

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The cost of getting hitched Getting engaged has and always will be a big deal. While marriage proposals are often steeped in tradition, some facts and fi gures about modern day engagements, courtesy of the 2018 Newlywed Report from WeddingWire, show just how much this special moment and all that surrounds it is changing.

The pressure to make marriage proposals extraordinary appears to be on the rise, at least for millenials. of the nearly 18,000 respondents who shared their stories via WeddingWire’s 2017 newlywed Survey, 72 per cent of millenials said they feel pressured to make their proposals highly unique, while only 45 per cent of Gen X respondents indicated feeling such pressure.

Proposals might be changing, but getting down on one knee appears to be an enduring tradition that millenials plan to keep in style. eighty-two percent of millenials indicated they got down on one knee to propose. in addition, the tradition of asking for parents’ blessing also remains popular among millenials, 72 per cent of whom sought such blessings before proposing marriage.

The average cost of an engagement ring was $5,000.

The pressure to pick out the right engagement ring appears to be subsiding. That’s because 50 per cent of survey respondents indicated they picked out the ring together.

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married-couples-to-be appear to like comparison shopping in regard to engagement rings. The majority of purchasers looked at between two and seven rings before making a purchase.

While online shopping has changed consumer behaviour in a myriad of ways, couples still prefer brick-and-mortar stores when buying engagement rings. Thirtyone percent of purchasers bought rings online, but 63 per cent made their purchases in-person at brick-and-mortar stores.

Christmas Day is the most popular day to pop the question, followed by Valentine’s Day. Christmas eve, new year’s Day and new year’s eve round out the top fi ve.

how to spread the news of an engagement is perhaps the biggest change surrounding engagements. engagement parties were once the go-to way to spread the good news, but just one in four couples now have engagement parties. nowadays, 86 per cent of couples spread the news via social media. in fact, 10 per cent of parents find out about their children’s engagements via social media.

The days of a short engagement seem to be a thing of the past. The average engagement now lasts 13 months, and 28 per cent of couples are engaged for 16 months or longer.

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Before and after the big day

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Whether new or pre-owned, your wedding gown needs to be clean, wrinkle-free and ready to help you shine.

ince it all starts with the dress, don’t let the memories end after your wedding day.

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Your Wedding Countdown!

Planning a wedding takes a lot of effort, and no two weddings are alike. Keep this list handy and have fun planning your perfect wedding!

Once you’ve said “Yes” ❑ Officially announce your engagement ❑ Think about the type of wedding you’d like: Will it be formal? Casual? Big? An intimate affair? Outdoors? Destination? ❑ Select a tentative wedding date ❑ Start on a guest list ❑ Decide on a budget ❑ Start to compile a file of Wedding ideas.

Browse bridal magazines and websites, and visit bridal shows to explore options

12 Months Before ❑ After checking availability of your preferred venue and photographer/ videographer, finalize the wedding date ❑ Reserve your venue ❑ Book the photographer/videographer ❑ Choose a wedding officiate ❑ Decide on a DJ or live band ❑ Choose your wedding party ❑ Optionally, hire a wedding planner ❑ Begin shopping for a wedding dress

11 Months Before ❑ Choose and book a caterer ❑ Decide on a colour scheme ❑ Meet with your chosen florist ❑ Look at accommodation options for out-oftown guests

10 Months Before ❑ Set up a gift registry ❑ Finalize guest list

9 Months Before ❑ Order your wedding dress along with accessories such as veil and shoes ❑ Shop for bridesmaids dresses

8 Months before ❑ Plan and book your honeymoon (apply for passports if needed)

7 Months Before ❑ Order wedding cake

6 Months Before ❑ Decide on and order invitations and thank you cards (don’t forget stamps) ❑ Reserve any rental equipment that will be needed, such as tents, linens, chairs, dinnerware and glassware. ❑ Arrange wedding day transportation ❑ Buy or reserve groom’s and groomsmen’s attire

❑ Inform out-of-town guests of your wedding date so that they will be able to make travel arrangements

5 Months Before ❑ Shop for and purchase wedding rings ❑ Dance lessons?

4 Months Before ❑ Select and order stationery for menus, table numbers and place cards ❑ Buy a guest book and pen ❑ Finalize arrangement for hair and makeup ❑ Order wine, champagne and liquor ❑ Purchase bridal accessories such as lingerie and garter

3 Months Before ❑ Mail wedding invitations ❑ Apply for marriage license ❑ Finalize date and location for wedding rehearsal and rehearsal dinner

2 Months Before ❑ Purchase gifts for your future spouse, the wedding attendants, parents and in-laws ❑ Finalize music selections and any special readings ❑ Prepare a photo and video shot list ❑ Pick up the wedding rings ❑ Schedule a test makeup and hair session with your stylist. Bring your veil.

Wedding Day ❑ Have a good breakfast ❑ Go to hair and make-up appointments ❑ Give wedding bands to the Best Man and Maid of Honour ❑ Give the Best Man any cheques that will need to be handed out that day ❑ Breathe! ❑ Enjoy your big day!

1 Month Before ❑ Finalize music selections and review with your band or DJ ❑ Practice your first dance wearing your wedding shoes

2 to 3 weeks Before ❑ Send final payment to all vendors (put gratuities in envelopes and arrange for a friend to distribute on the wedding day) ❑ Prepare a toast for the reception ❑ Organize any accessories such as ring pillow and ‘something borrowed, something blue, something old and something new’ ❑ Finalize reception details ❑ Confirm honeymoon reservations

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❑ Pick up your wedding gown, groom’s and groomsmen’s outfits ❑ Pack for your honeymoon ❑ Celebrate with your friends at a Bachelor or Bachelorette party ❑ Give marriage license to your officiate ❑ Attend the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner ❑ Write any cheques that will be required on the wedding day ❑ Choose someone who will be responsible for returning any rented items after the wedding

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pon arrival, guests experience our secret Japanese Garden ceremony site in full bloom with a tranquil waterfall. As guests are seated, the wedding party meanders down a short path, crosses a beautiful bridge, and finally, they make their grand entrance. The backdrop is our famous view of Satellite Channel, Salt Spring Island and Manley Farm. The view is enhanced even further for the reception, with Mt. Baker appearing in the east over the Saanich Peninsula through floor to ceiling windows. Our private banquet room, with wrap-around patio, allows for socializing while the wedding party takes photos from the many viewpoints, followed by an unforgettable meal.

The scenic Arbutus Ridge Golf Club is located just 25 minutes from the outskirts of Victoria, 15 minutes from Duncan, and is directly surrounded by nine wineries. Wedding services include a ceremony site, reception room, photo options, on-site coordination, bridal room, audio-visual access, and many food and beverage selections and services to make a lasting memory. The culinary team uses fresh ingredients that include items from their herb garden to dazzle the taste buds.

We have been hosting weddings at Arbutus Ridge for 11 years and will ensure every detail is perfect for your special day. Contact us for a site tour at: 250-743-5100, or mbrown@golfbc.com

Testimonials “Our experience at Arbutus Ridge was the best we have ever had at an event facility. The service, venue presentation and food were perfect. All of our guests noted how wonderful their experience was.”

— Matt & Chantelle Hunt “I have been to a lot of weddings, some at golf courses, and I feel this was the best one yet! The location can’t be topped and the staff were great! I also feel the prices are very good.”

— Gieni / Dunham Wedding “The experience of Arbutus Ridge as a wedding location was noticeable. Guests have expressed how impressed they were, and I will definitely recommend Arbutus Ridge as a wedding location on Vancouver Island.”

— Ruperto Wedding “We could not have been happier with our experience.

We have recommended the wedding venue to engaged friends already!”

— Chipperfield Wedding “The service from the staff was excellent, the food was awesome, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the entire day was a 100 per cent success. It couldn’t have been better!”

— James & Janice Huckabay “We would definitely recommend Arbutus Ridge as a Victoria area wedding venue, not only because of the great food, location and views, but also because of the extraordinary service that Arbutus Ridge provided.”

— Sean & Aileen Reynolds Photo of Don and Amanda by Julien Photography.

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hould a person hear that a couple “tied the knot,” it’s immediately known that they got married. But just when and where does the term “tying the knot” come from?

The phrase “tying the knot” is steeped in tradition, though the origins of the phrase remain open for debate.

One origin story states that tying the knot can be traced back to the Roman empire, when brides wore girdles that were tied in knots, and the groom had to eventually untie those knots to consummate the marriage.

Tying the knot also may be traced to the custom of handfasting. The marriage contract was established between a bride and a groom by joining their hands together and tying them. Although accounts vary as to whether the hands were tied only during the ceremony or later, this is believed to be an ancient Renaissance or Celtic tradition.

Others speculate that the phrase traces its origins to Hindu weddings in which brides and grooms tied a necklace of flowers as part of wedding tradition. Yet another theory suggests that the phrase can be traced back to the knotted string that supported beds prior to the use of metal springs.

Therefore, in order to make a marriage bed, couples fi rst needed to tie the knot.

Knots also represent a difficult-tobreak bond, which is why they have long been associated with marriage.

In one unity tradition, couples may braid or knot together three strands, with one representing the bride, one symbolizing the groom and the third representing God as they join together in faith. Similarly, the phrase “getting hitched” is associated with knot-tying as well.

The saying implies that two people are being tied together just like a horse is tied, or hitched, to a wagon.

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Choosing your wedding reception menu

eddings are memorable for a host of reasons. While couples remember their weddings because they mark the day they officially tied the knot, guests may remember weddings for other reasons, including the food served at the reception.

Some wedding venues are known for their stunning landscapes while others build their reputations on unique interiors that provide unforgettable ambiance. Regardless of where wedding takes place, guests are liable to discuss the food served at the reception. Guests might rave about the escargot or complain that the fish was flaky, but couples who choose reception menus wisely can go a long way toward ensuring there are more compliments than complaints once the dinner bell rings.

• Don’t zero in on specialties. According to The Knot 2017 Real Weddings Study, a survey of nearly 13,000 brides and grooms who tied the knot in 2017, the average wedding hosted 136 guests. While couples might be tempted by specialty dishes when choosing their wedding menus, couples who are hosting dozens, if not hundreds, of guests should keep things simple.

• Consider potential allergies. In regard to entrées, make sure guests with food allergies can choose something that won’t make them sick.

According to Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), common foods that cause the majority of allergic

reactions include peanuts, soy, sesame and shellfish. Wheat, milk and egg allergies are common in children. While such foods can still be served at wedding receptions, make sure to also include foods that are unlikely to trigger allergic reactions. Couples can ask guests to inform them of any food allergies.

• Don’t hesitate to offer a favourite food.

While specialty entrées might not be a great choice, especially at large receptions where lots of mouths must be fed, a couple who has a favourite food that’s symbolic of their relationship should not hesitate to offer it during the cocktail hour. For example, a couple who met in Thailand may want to offer a favorite Thai dish.

• Offer an elaborate dessert. The last bite guests take is dessert. Couples who want their guests to go home raving about the food may want to offer something special after the entrées have been taken away.

Some guests may not indulge, but those who do may end their evening thinking about the delicious dessert they enjoyed as the festivities drew to a close. If the dessert is especially unique, offer something more traditional alongside for more hesitant guests.

Choosing a wedding menu should be fun. Menus should reflect not only couples’ tastes but also include some popular foods so no one goes home hungry. —MC

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Getting engaged has — and always will be — a big deal. While marriage proposals are often steeped in tradition, some facts and fi gures about modern day engagements, courtesy of the 2018 Newlywed Report from WeddingWire, show just how much this special moment and all that surrounds it is changing.

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• The pressure to make marriage proposals extraordinary appears to be on the rise, at least for Millenials.

Of the nearly 18,000 respondents who shared their stories via WeddingWire’s 2017 Newlywed Survey, 72 per cent of Millenials said they feel pressured to make their proposals highly unique, while only 45 per cent of Gen X respondents indicated feeling such pressure.

• Proposals might be changing, but getting down on one knee appears to be an enduring tradition that Millenials plan to keep in style. Eighty-two percent of Millenials indicated they got down on one knee to propose. In addition, the tradition of asking for parents’ blessing also remains popular among Millenials, 72 per cent of whom sought such blessings before proposing marriage.

• The average cost of an engagement ring was $5,000.

• The pressure to pick out the right engagement ring appears to be subsiding. That’s because 50 per cent of survey respondents indicated they picked out the ring together.

• Married-couples-to-be also appear to like comparison shopping in regard to engagement rings. The majority of

purchasers looked at between two and seven rings before making a purchase.

• While online shopping has changed consumer behaviour in a myriad of ways, couples still prefer brick-andmortar stores when buying engagement rings. Thirty-one percent of purchasers bought rings online, but 63 per cent made their purchases in-person at brick-and-mortar stores.

• Christmas Day is the most popular day to pop the question, followed by Valentine’s Day. Christmas Eve, New Year’s Day and New Year’s Eve round out the top five.

• How to spread the news of an engagement is perhaps the biggest change surrounding engagements.

Engagement parties were once the go-to way to spread the good news, but just one in four couples now have engagement parties. Nowadays, 86 per cent of couples spread the news via social media. In fact, 10 per cent of parents fi nd out about their children’s engagements via social media.

• The days of a short engagement seem to be a thing of the past. The average engagement now lasts 13 months, and 28 per cent of couples are engaged for 16 months or longer.

— MC

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magine saying “I Do” surrounded by those near and dear to your hearts and sharing your nuptials in perfect harmony — where the ocean meets the shore.

Warm and welcoming, Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort is a landmark wedding venue that offers westcoast rustic charm with 22 forested acres, ocean and coastal mountain views, 192 handcrafted log guestrooms, inspiring reception locations, two unique restaurants, 10,000 square feet of event space and the Grotto Spa — recently named the #1 Spa in Canada. What better place for you and your bridal party to get pampered from head to toe while celebrating this special time together.

All Tigh-Na-Mara reception venues offer an authentic, rustic ambience complete with natural light, a cozy fireplace, beautiful outdoor terraces and earth-toned décor. The beautiful reception rooms host up to 250 guests and can be transformed to suit your wedding themes and colours. The choices continue with the talented culinary team — ready to create a fabulous menu from formal, casual, plated, buffet or family style — they will work with you to suit your palate and budget.

With all your interests at heart, Tigh Na-Mara’s team of professionals will work their magic so you can celebrate the day you’ve always dreamed of. A lifetime of memories begins here. tigh-na-mara.com

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What if something should go wrong?

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very couple should consider PAL Insurance Brokers’ (Canada Ltd.) unique product called Weddinguard for their big day. Weddinguard is an insurance product that provides insurance coverage for the bride and groom’s wedding essentials, such as: • bridal attire • rings • wedding gifts • wedding cake and flowers • wedding photos and video • wedding stationery • rented property • loss deposits • wedding cancellation expenses • honeymoon cancellation expenses • liquor liability coverage for three • 24-hour periods, such as rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception, and gift opening.

The two most common questions related to PAL’s Weddinguard insurance are: “Why do I need this insurance?” and “What does this insurance cover?”

The team at PAL asks future brides and grooms the following questions

when considering the need for a Weddinguard insurance policy: • What if your wedding dress is ruined before your wedding?

• What if your wedding photographs do not turn out due to loss or damage of the original film, negatives or damage to digital media on which the images are stored?

• What if the church and/or establishment cannot hold your ceremony/reception?

• What if your fiancé or anyone in your family falls ill or worse?

• What if Dad loses his job before the wedding bills have been paid?

For most brides and grooms, the answers to the above questions are often unknown and can create anxiety and concern. A PAL Weddinguard policy provides peace of mind in relation to these concerns.

The average amount spent on a wedding today is around $40,000 and can increase dramatically from there. For most people, weddings are a major investment and take months of planning. Weddinguard

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A first dance song at the wedding reception often sets the tone for the upcoming festivities and can exemplify just how newlyweds feel about each other.

Couples may agonize over which song to choose, but there are many resources available that can help couples narrow down their options.

Spotify, the popular streaming music service, has compiled a list of the most popular wedding songs for 2018 based on global respondents.

Their top pick was Perfect by Ed Sheeran, a song that many might suspect was composed with wedding dances in mind. Sheeran’s Thinking Out Loud, Etta James’ At Last, John Legend’s All of Me, and Elvis Presley’s Can’t Help Falling in Love filled out the remaining top five spots on Spotify’s list.

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protects this important investment and provides protection against many adversities that can occur on or before the wedding day, including cancellation from most causes beyond the bride and groom’s control.

Removing the fear of the unknown from your wedding day reduces your risk that your day will be ruined by certain factors that you have no control over. A PAL Weddinguard policy can greatly reduce those risk factors while protecting your investment in the most important day of your life.

A PAL Weddinguard policy covers a great deal of potential issues that can occur on or before the wedding day. This means that if any bridal attire, including bridesmaid and groomsman attire, gets damaged or lost before your wedding day, a PAL Weddinguard policy will cover the cost to repair or replace it.

If your wedding venue suffers a financial failure or if your wedding entertainer cancels, a PAL Weddinguard policy will cover the loss of your deposits. If your

wedding rings are lost or damaged, a PAL Weddinguard policy will cover the repair or replacement of your rings. If your wedding cake or flowers are lost or damaged, a PAL Weddinguard policy will cover the repair or replacement of them.

If your rented property, such as outdoor tents, tables or chairs, etc., is damaged, a PAL Weddinguard policy will provide for reimbursement of such property.

If your wedding or honeymoon has to be cancelled because of the illness of an immediate family member, for example, or because of a major weather disturbance, a PAL Weddinguard policy will cover the cancellation expenses.

Please note that all of

the above-mentioned circumstances are subject to the level of coverage purchased and are governed by PAL Insurance’s Weddinguard wording. None of these portrayals are meant to be exhaustive or comprehensive, and this article is meant for information purposes only.

PAL Insurance offers various levels of coverage under its Weddinguard program in order to fit the needs of all engaged couples. Silver Packages begin at $200 and coverage levels increase in the Gold, Diamond and Platinum Packages. Worldwide coverage is also available, subject to restrictions.

Consider a PAL Weddinguard insurance policy for your wedding day. Protecting your investment on your big day is the top priority of PAL Insurance.

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