Wedding Toasts have become one of the most cherished Wedding traditions. It is a custom believed to have been started in 16th century France, where it was customary for men to toast the health of any women present at a banquet; only naturally it has evolved into toasting the Bride on her Wedding Day.
Modern Wedding tradition is for the first toast to be given by the Best Man. The introductory toast is usually offered once everyone has been seated for the meal. If a blessing of food is said prior to eating, this will precede the Wedding Toasts. Once everyone is seated the Best Man will take the microphone and offer his Wedding Toast.
It is fine for the Best Man's Wedding Toast to be the only one of the evening, but there are a few others who can and often do give their Wedding Toasts.
Father of the Bride (and Father of the Groom)- It is becoming more traditional for both Fathers to offer a welcome to each other's families and guest or to share the excitement and joy of the joining of their children.
Maid of Honor- Though it is tradition for only the Best Man to toast, the Modern Couple often includes the Maid of Honor in the toasting list. This is quickly becoming the contemporary custom to have both honor attendants give Wedding Toasts.
Bridal Party members- Although not traditionally done, this modern wedding practice can easily be included into your Wedding Day.
Groom- The Groom usually makes his toast at the Rehearsal Dinner, but it would be perfectly fine for him to offer a Toast to his Bride and his new parents-in-law.
Bride and Groom- The happy couple can certainly make a toast together; or if you prefer, either or both of you can make individual Wedding Toasts. This can be used to thank your guests and to make a special thank you to those who helped you plan this special day.
It is always a good idea to give a list to your Master of Ceremonies (usually your DJ) of who will be giving a toast. This will help keep the day running smoothly and also allow you to prevent your drunk cousin from Toasting the Bride's wonderful figure.
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May 3, 2008
Modern Wedding Toasts
Melissa Sweet
Melissa Sweet Bridal Collection
Melissa Sweet was destined to become a bridal designer. While most young girls her age chose bright t-shirts and denim, Sweet opted for white shirts, dresses and skirts. As a child living in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, she learned to sew under the watchful eyes of her grandmother and mother. Growing-up, Sweet hand-stitched her own garments and designed white gowns for each year that she attended the prom.
Sweet left her hometown to further cultivate her knowledge of design and business at Parsons School of Design in New York and Bauder College in Georgia. In 1996, she launched her namesake company in Atlanta and showcased her bridal collection from a historic white mansion downtown.Sweet was an instant sensation, drawing attention and praise for her refreshing view of glamour and modern design.
Sweet's appreciations for wedding tradition, combined with her acute business acumen, speak to the success and growth of her company. After establishing Melissa Sweet bridal, Sweet quickly developed a nationwide following, selling in exclusive boutiques across the country, as well as her flagship store in Atlanta. Once established at the top of the industry, Sweet expanded her business with the acquisition of Currie-Bonner for Bridesmaids.
In 2005, Sweet sold her company to Priscilla of Boston. The Melissa Sweet and Priscilla of Boston collections consist of gowns with luxurious fabrics and exquisite detailing. Sweet's instinct for scale, proportion and balance, combined with flattering silhouettes, are a forefront of her designs. Sweet has captured the attention and praise of brides nationwide with her fashion-conscious, whimsical styles.
Melissa Sweet Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Priscella of Boston.
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Martin McCrea
Martin McCrea Bridal Collection
A unique collection of vintage inspired gowns.
The most durable, comfortable and affordable materials available go into each and every dress we make. This makes our collection sensible as well as beautiful. Due to the hand-made nature of our designs and the unique fabrics used, slight variations in texture and color may occur, adding to the character and uniqueness of each garment.
It could be said that we make fair trade wedding gowns because we make everything ourselves. We do not ship anything out to
a factory and can only be responsible for our own sweat. Therefore, when you exchange with us, you deal directly with the source, beginning to end.
As well, we always try and work with fair practicing sources for our materials.
Martin McCrea Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Martin McCrea.
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Luci DiBella
Luci DiBella Bridal Collection
Luci DiBella is about the sophisticated, stylish, professional woman.
Inspired by the classical era of sleek, elegant and glamorous. Luci has obtained a loyal following and famed recognition for her cutting edge approach to bridal.
Sophisticated design together with the highest quality of fabrics and construction is the trademark of the Luci DiBella label. Luci's regular trips overseas to to cater to overseas clientelle continue to inspire her in order to give her clients the leading edge.
Each gown is individually styled and made in Australia to the highest of standards.
Luci DiBella Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Luci DiBella.
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Wedding Timeline
Here is the complete timetable for your Wedding. Included are the suggested order of To-do's.
12 to 18 Months before your Wedding Day
9 to 12 Months before your Wedding Day
6 to 9 Months before your Wedding Day
4 to 6 Months before your Wedding Day
3 Months before your Wedding Day
2 Months before your Wedding Day
6 Weeks before your Wedding Day
One Month before your Wedding Day
Two Weeks before your Wedding Day
One Week before your Wedding Day
One Day before your Wedding Day
Day Of Your Wedding
After the Honeymoon
What a Wonderful World Lyrics
"What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong
I see trees of green........ red roses too
I see em bloom..... for me and for you
And I think to myself.... what a wonderful world.
I see skies of blue..... clouds of white
Bright blessed days....dark sacred nights
And I think to myself .....what a wonderful world.
The colors of a rainbow.....so pretty ..in the sky
Are also on the faces.....of people ..going by
I see friends shaking hands.....sayin.. how do you do
Theyre really sayin......i love you.
I hear babies cry...... I watch them grow
Theyll learn much more.....than Ill never know
And I think to myself .....what a wonderful world
(instrumental break)
The colors of a rainbow.....so pretty ..in the sky
Are there on the faces.....of people ..going by
I see friends shaking hands.....sayin.. how do you do
Theyre really sayin...*spoken*(I ....love....you).
I hear babies cry...... I watch them grow
you know their gonna learn
A whole lot more than Ill never know
And I think to myself .....what a wonderful world
Yes I think to myself .......what a wonderful world.
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Breathe Lyrics
"Breathe" by Faith Hill
I can feel the magic floating in the air
Beign with you gets me that way
I watch the sunlight dance across your face
And i've never been this swept away
All my thoughts just seem to settle on the breeze
When i'm lying wrapped up in your arms
The whole world just fades away
The only thing I hear
Is the beating of your heart
CHORUS:
Cause I can feel you breathe
It's washing over me
And suddenly i'm melting into you
There's nothing left to prove
Baby, all we need is just to be
Caught up in the touch
Slow and steady rush
Baby, isn't that the way that love's suppose to be
I can feel you breathe
In a way I know my heart is waking up
As all the walls come tumbling down
Closer than i've ever felt before
And I know, and you know
There's no need for words right now
CHORUS:
I can feel the magic floating in the air
Being with you gets me that way...
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When a Man Loves a Woman Lyrics
"When a Man Loves a Woman" by Percy Sledge
When a man loves a woman
Can't keep his mind on nothing else
He'll trade the world
For the good thing he's found
If she's bad he can't see it
She can do no wrong
Turn his back on his best friend
If he put her down
When a man loves a woman
Spend his very last dime
Tryin' to hold on to what he needs
He'd give up all his comfort
Sleep out in the rain
If she said that's the way it ought to be
Well, this man loves a woman
I gave you everything I had
Tryin' to hold on to your precious love
Baby, please don't treat me bad
When a man loves a woman
Down deep in his soul
She can bring him such misery
If she plays him for a fool
He's the last one to know
Lovin' eyes can't ever see
When a man loves a woman
He can do no wrong
He can never own some other girl
Yes when a man loves a woman
I know exactly how he feels
'Cause baby, baby, baby, you're my world
When a man loves a woman.....
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Beautiful in My Eyes Lyrics
"Beautiful in My Eyes" by Joshua Kadison
You’re my piece of mind, in this crazy world
You’re every thing I've tried to find
Your love is a pearl
You’re my Mona Lisa
You’re my rainbow skies
And my only prayer is that you realize
You'll always be beautiful in my eyes...
The world will turn
And the seasons will change
And all the lessons we will learn
Will be beautiful and strange
We'll have our fell of tears
Our share of sight
My only prayer is that you realize
You'll always be beautiful in my eyes...
You will always be beautiful in my eyes
And the passing is the show
That you will always grow
Ever more beautiful in my eyes
And there are lines upon my face
From a life time of smiles
When the time comes to embrace
For one long last wine
We can laugh about how time really flies
We won’t say goodbye
‘Cause true love never dies
You'll always be beautiful in my eyes...
You will always be beautiful in my eyes
And the passing is the show
That you will always grow
Ever more beautiful in my eyes
The passing is the show
That you will always grow
Ever more beautiful in my eyes...
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Taking You Home Lyrics
"Taking You Home" by Don Henley
Taking you home - (don henley/stan lynch/stuart brawley)
I had a good life
Before you came
I had my friends and my freedom
I had my name
Still there was sorrow and emptiness
til you made me glad
Oh, in this love I found strength I never knew I had
1st chorus:
And this love
Is like nothing I have ever known
Take my hand, love
Im taking you home
Taking you home
There were days, lonely days
When the world, wouldnt throw me a crumb, no no
But I kept on believing
That this day would come
And this love
Is like nothing I have ever known, no no baby
Take my hand love
Im taking you home
Im taking you, home
Where we can be with the ones who really care
Home, where we can grow together
Keep you in, my heart forever
Instrumental (keyboard)
2nd chorus:
Oh and this love
Is like nothing I have ever known, oh no no baby
Take my hand love
Im taking you home
3rd chorus:
Oh this love
Is like nothing I have ever known, no no baby
Take my hand.
Im taking you home
Im taking you, home
Yes I am, mm, mm, mm, hey baby, hey baby
Taking you home
Short instrumental w/background vocals
Im taking you home baby
Im taking you home.
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All My Life Lyrics
"All My Life" by KC & JoJo
I will never find another luva sweeta than you,
Sweeta than you
And I will never find anutha luva more precious than you
More precious than you
Girl you are
Close to me you're like my mother
Close to me you're like my father
Close to me you're like my sister
Close to me you're like my brutha
You are the only one my everything and for you this song I sing
And all my life
I've prayed for someone like you
And I thank God that I, that I finally found you
All my life
I've prayed for someone like you
And I hope that you feel the same way too
Yes, I pray that you do love me too
I said you're all that I'm thinkin' of.....baby
Said, I promise to never fall in love with a stranger
You're all I'm thinkin' of, I praise the Lord above
For sending me your love, I cherish every hug
I really love you
And all my life, baby, baby, I've prayed for someone like you,
And I thank God that I, that I finally found you, baby
All my life I've prayed for someone like you
And I hope that you feel the same way too
Yes, I pray that you do love me
You're all that I ever known
When you smile, on my face, all I see is a glow
You turned my life around
You picked me up when I was down
You're all that I ever known
When you smile on your face all I see is a glow
You picked me up when I was down
You're all that I ever known
When you smile on your face all I see is a glow
You picked me up when I was down
And I hope that you feel the same way too
Yes I pray that you do love me too
All my life
I've prayed for someone like you
And I thank God that I, that I finally found you
All my life I've prayed for someone like you
Yes, I pray that you do love me too
All my life I've prayed for someone like you
And I thank God that I, that I finally found you
All my life I've prayed for someone like you
Yes, I pray that you do love me too
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I Could Not Ask For More Lyrics
"I Could Not Ask For More" by Edwin McCain
Lying here with you
Listening to the rain
Smiling just to see the smile upon your face
These are the moments I thank God that I'm alive
These are the moments I'll remember all my life
I found all I've waited for
And I could not ask for more
Looking in your eyes
Seeing all I need
Everything you are is everything to me
These are the moments
I know heaven must exist
These are the moments I know all I need is this
I have all I've waited for
And I could not ask for more
Chorus
I could not ask for more than this time together
I could not ask for more than this time with you
Every prayer has been answered
Every dream I have's come true
And right here in this moment is right where I'm meant to be
Here with you here with me
These are the moments I thank God that I'm alive
These are the moments I'll remember all my life
I've got all I've waited for
And I could not ask for more
Chorus
I could not ask for more than the love you give me 'Coz it's all I've waited for
And I could not ask for more
I could not ask for more
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Everything I Do Lyrics
"Everything I Do" by Bryan Adams
Look into my eyes - you will see
What you mean to me
Search your heart - search your soul
And when you find me there you'll search no more
Don't tell me it's not worth tryin' for
You can't tell me it's not worth dyin' for
You know it's true
Everything I do - I do it for you
Look into your heart - you will find
There's nothin' there to hide
Take me as I am - take my life
I would give it all - I would sacrifice
Don't tell me it's not worth fightin' for
I can't help it - there's nothin' I want more
Ya know it's true
Everything I do - I do it for you
There's no love - like your love
And no other - could give more love
There's nowhere - unless you're there
All the time - all the way
Oh - you can't tell me it's not worth tryin' for
I can't help it - there's nothin' I want more
I would fight for you - I'd lie for you
Walk the wire for you - ya I'd die for you
Ya know it's true
Everything I do - I do it for you
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Truly, Madly, Deeply Lyrics
"Truly, Madly, Deeply" by Savage Garden
Verse 1
I'll be your dream
I'll be your wish
I'll be your fantasy.
I'll be your hope
I'll be your love
Be everything that you need.
I love you more with every breath
Truly madly deeply do..
I will be strong I will be faithful
'Cos I'm counting on a new beginning.
A reason for living.
A deeper meaning.
Chorus
I want to stand with you on a mountain.
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever.
Until the sky falls down on me...
Verse 2
And when the stars are shining brightly
In the velvet sky,
I'll make a wish
Send it to heaven
Then make you want to cry..
The tears of joy
For all the pleasure and the certainty.
That we're surrounded
By the comfort and protection of..
The highest power.
In lonely hours.
The tears devour you..
I want to stand with you on a mountain,
I want to bathe with you in the sea.
I want to lay like this forever,
Until the sky falls down on me...
Bridge
Oh can't you see it baby?
You don't have to close your eyes
'Cos it's standing right before you.
All that you need will surely come...
I'll be your dream
I'll be your wish
I'll be your fantasy.
I'll be your hope
I'll be your love
Be everything that you need.
I'll love you more with every breath
Truly madly deeply do...
Chorus
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Here and Now Lyrics
"Here and Now" by Luther Vandross
One look in your eyes and there I see
Just what you mean to me
Here in my heart I believe
Your love is all I'll ever need
Holdin' you close through the night
I need you, yeah
I look in your eyes and there I see
What happiness really means
The love that we share makes life so sweet
Together we'll always be
This pledge of love feels so right
And, ooh, I need you
Here and now
I promise to love faithfully (Faithfully)
You're all I need
Here and now
I vow to be one with thee (You and me), hey
Your love is all (I need) I need
Say, yeah, yeah...
When I look in your eyes, there I'll see
All that a love should really be
And I need you more and more each day
Nothin' can take your love away
More than I dare to dream
I need you
Here and now
I promise to love faithfully (Faithfully)
You're all I need
Here and now
I vow to be one with thee (You and me), yeah
Your love is all I need
(Starting here) Ooh, and I'm starting now
I believe (I believe in love), I believe
(Starting here) I'm starting right here
(Starting now) Right now because I believe in your love
So I'm glad to take the vow
Here and now, oh
I promise to love faithfully (Faithfully)
You're all I need
Here and now, yeah
I vow to be one with thee (You and me), yeah
Your love is all I need
I, hey...yeah...yeah...hey...
Uh, hey...
I-I, love is all I need
Ooh...ooh...yeah...
Yeah...yeah...hey...yeah...yeah...
Love is all I need
Ooh...ooh...
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Oh
Hey...yeah
Hey...yeah...
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It Had to Be You Lyrics
"It Had to Be You" by Harry Connick, Jr.
It had to be you, it had to be you
I wandered around, and finally found
The somebody who could make me be true
Could make me be blue or even be glad
Just to be sad just thinking of you
Some others I've seen might never be mean
Might never be cross or try to be boss
But they wouldn't do
For nobody else gave me the thrill
With all your faults I love you still
It had to be you
It had to be you
It had to be you
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I Do (Cherish You) Lyrics
"I Do (Cherish You)" by 98 Degrees
All I am, all I'll be
Everything in this world
All that I'll ever need
Is in your eyes
Shining at me
When you smile I can feel
All my passion unfolding
Your hand brushes mine
And a thousand sensations
Seduce me 'cause I
Chorus
I do cherish you
For the rest of my life
You don't have to think twice
I will love you still
>From the depths of my soul
It's beyond my control
I've waited so long to say this to you
If you're asking do I love you this much
I do
In my world, before you
I lived outside my emotions
Didn't know where I was going
'Till that day I found you
How you opened my life
To a new paradise
In a world torn by change
Still with all my heart
'Till my dying day
Chorus
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Endless Love Lyrics
"Endless Love" by Lionel Richie & Diana Ross
My love
There's only you in my life
The only thing that's right
My first love
You're every breath that I take
You're every step I make
And I
I want to share
All my love with you
No one else will do
And your eyes
They tell me how much you care
Oh, yes you will always be
My endless love
Two hearts
Two hearts that beat as one
Our lives had just begun
Forever
I'll hold you close in my arms
I can't resist your charms
And love
I'll be a fool for you
I'm sure
You know I don't mind
You know I don't mind
'Cause you
You mean the world to me
Oh, I know
I know I found in you
My endless love
Oh
And love
I'll be that fool for you
I'm sure
You know I don't mind
You know I don't mind
And yes
You'll be the only one
'Cause no one can't deny
This love I have inside
And I'll give it all to you
My love
My endless love...
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True Companion Lyrics
"True Companion" by Marc Cohn
Baby i've been searching like everybody else
Can't say nothing different about myself
Sometimes i'm an angel
And sometimes i'm cruel
And when it comes to love
I'm just another fool
Yes, i'll climb a mountain
I'm gonna swim the sea
There ain't no act of god girl
Could keep you safe from me
My arms are reaching out
Out across this canyon
I'm asking you to be my true companion
True companion
True companion
So don't you dare and try to walk away
I've got my heart set on our wedding day
I've got this vision of a girl in white
Made my decision that it's you allright
And when i take your hand
I'll watch my heart set sail
I'll take my trembling fingers
And i'll lift up your veil
Then i'll take you home
And with wild abandon
Make love to you just like a true companion
You are my true companion
I got a true companion
True companion
When the years have done irreparable harm
I can see us walking slowly arm in arm
Just like the couple on the corner do
'cause girl i will always be in love with you
And when i look in your eyes
I'll still see that spark
Until the shadows fall
Until the room grows dark
Then when i leave this earth
I'll be with the angels standin'
I'll be out there waiting for my true companion
Just for my true companion
True companion
True companion
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The Way You Look Tonight Lyrics
"The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra
Some day, when I'm awfully low,
When the world is cold,
I will feel a glow just thinking of you...
And the way you look tonight.
Yes you're lovely, with your smile so warm
And your cheeks so soft,
There is nothing for me but to love you,
And the way you look tonight.
With each word your tenderness grows,
Tearing my fear apart...
And that laugh that wrinkles your nose,
It touches my foolish heart.
Lovely ... Never, ever change.
Keep that breathless charm.
Won't you please arrange it ?
'Cause I love you ... Just the way you look tonight.
Mm, Mm, Mm, Mm,
Just the way you look to-night.
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Always and Forever Lyrics
"Always and Forever" by Heatwave
Always and forever each moment with you
Is just like a dream to me that somehow came true
And I know tomorrow will still be the same
'Cause we've got a life of love that won't ever change and
(Chorus)
Everyday love me your own special way
Melt all my heart away with a smile
Take time to tell me you really care
And we'll share tomorrow together
I'll always love you
Forever, forever
There'll always be sunshine when I look at you
Something I can't explain just the things that you do
And if you get lonely phone me and take
A second to give to me that magic you make and
Chorus
Forever, Forever
Loving you is the thing that I plan
For a very long time
Me and you, you and me, we as one
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I Knew I Loved You Lyrics
"I Knew I Loved You" by Savage Garden
Maybe it's intuition
But some things you just don't question
Like in your eyes
I see my future in an instant
And there it goes
I think I've found my best friend
I know that it might sound more than a little crazy
But I believe
I knew I loved you before I met you
I think I dreamed you into life
I knew I loved you before I met you
I have been waiting all my life
There's just no rhyme or reason
Only this sense of completion
And in your eyes
I see the missing pieces
I'm searching for
I think I've found my way home
I know that it might sound more than a little crazy
But I believe
I knew I loved you before I met you
I think I dreamed you into life
I knew I loved you before I met you
I have been waiting all my life
(add the whos here)
A thousand angels dance around you
I am complete now that I've found you
(and the whos here)
I knew I loved you before I met you
I think I dreamed you into life
I knew I loved you before I met you
I have been waiting all my life
(and the whos here)
Repeat chorus 3x with chorus
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Unchained Melody Lyrics
"Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers
Oh, my love
my darling
I've hungered for your touch
a long lonely time
and time goes by so slowly
and time can do so much
are you still mine?
I need your love
I need your love
Godspeed your love to me
Lonely rivers flow to the sea,
to the sea
to the open arms of the sea
lonely rivers sigh 'wait for me, wait for me'
I'll be coming home wait for me
Oh, my love
my darling
I've hungered for your touch
a long lonely time
and time goes by so slowly
and time can do so much
are you still mine?
I need your love
I need your love
Godspeed your love to me
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I Swear Lyrics
"I Swear" by All 4 One
I swear by the moon and the stars in the sky
and I swear like the shadow that's by your side
I see the questions in your eyes
I know what's weighing on your mind
You can be sure I know my part
Cause I stand beside you through the years
You'll only cry those happy tears
And though I make mistakes
I'll never break your heart
Chorus
And I swear by the moon
And the stars in the sky I'll be there
I swear like the shadow that's by your side I'll be there
For better or worse
Till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
And I swear
I'll give you every thing I can
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
We'll hang some memories on the wall
And when (and when) just the two of us are there
You won't have to ask if I still care
Cause as the time turns the page
My love won't age at all
And I swear (I swear) by the moon
And the stars in the sky I'll be there (I'll be there)
I swear (and I swear) like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there (I'll be there)
For better or worse
Till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
And I swear
And I swear (I swear) by the moon
And the stars in the sky I'll be there (I'll be there)
I swear (and I swear) like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there (I'll be there)
For better or worse (better or worse)
Till death do us part I'll love you
With every single beat of my heart
I swear I swear I swear
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Have I Told You Lately Lyrics
"Have I Told You Lately" by Rod Stewart
Have I told you lately that I love you
Have I told you there's no one else above you
Fill my heart with gladness, take away all my sadness
Ease my troubles, that's what you do
For the morning sun and all its glory
Meets the day with hope and comfort too
You fill my life with laughter, somehow you make it better
Ease my troubles, that's what you do
There's a love that's defined
And it's yours and it's mine like the sun
And at the end of the day
We should give thanks and pray to the one, to the one
Have I told you lately that I love you
Have I told you there's no one else above you
Fill my heart with gladness, take away all my sadness
Ease my troubles, that's what you do
There's a love that's defined And it's yours and it's mine like the sun
And at the end of the day
We should give thanks and pray to the one, to the one
And have I told you lately that I love you
Have I told you there's no one else above you
You fill my heart with gladness, take away all my sadness
Ease my troubles, that's what you do
Take away all my sadness, fill my life with gladness
Ease my troubles, that's what you do
Take away all my sadness, fill my life with gladness
Ease my troubles, that's what you do
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Wonderful Tonight Lyrics
"Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton
It's late in the evening; she's wondering what clothes to wear.
She puts on her make-up and brushes her long blonde hair.
And then she asks me, "Do I look all right?"
And I say, "Yes, you look wonderful tonight."
We go to a party and everyone turns to see
This beautiful lady that's walking around with me.
And then she asks me, "Do you feel all right?"
And I say, "Yes, I feel wonderful tonight."
I feel wonderful because I see
The love light in your eyes.
And the wonder of it all
Is that you just don't realize how much I love you.
It's time to go home now and I've got an aching head,
So I give her the car keys and she helps me to bed.
And then I tell her, as I turn out the light,
I say, "My darling, you were wonderful tonight.
Oh my darling, you were wonderful tonight."
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It's Your Love Lyrics
"It's Your Love" by Tim McGraw & Faith Hill
Dancin' in the dark
Middle of the night
Takin' your heart
And holdin' it tight
Emotional touch
Touchin' my skin
And askin' you to do
What you've been doin' all over again
Oh, it's a beautiful thing
Don't think I can keep it all in
I just gotta let you know
What it is that won't let me go
It's your love
It just does somethin' to me
It sends a shock right through me
I can't get enough
And if you wonder
About the spell I'm under
oh It's your love
Better than I was
More than I am
And all of this happened
By takin' your hand
And who I am now
Is who I wanted to be
And now that we're together
I'm stronger than ever
I'm happy and free
Oh, it's a beautiful thing
Don't think I can keep it all in, no
And if you asked me why I changed
All I gotta do is say your sweet name
It's your love
It just does somethin' to me
It sends a shock right through me
I can't get enough
And if you wonder
About the spell I'm under
oh It's your love
Oh, baby (Faith)
(Instrumental)
Oh, it's a beautiful thing
Don't think I can keep it all in
I just gotta let you know
What it is that won't let me go
It's your love
It just does somethin' to me
It sends a shock right through me
I can't get enough
And if you wonder
About the spell I'm under
oh It's your love
It's your love
It's your love
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I Cross My Heart Lyrics
"I Cross My Heart" by George Strait
Our love is unconditional
We knew it from the start
I can see it in your eyes
You can feel it from my heart>from here on after
Lets stay the way we are right now
And share all the love and laughter
That a lifetime will allow
Chorus:
I cross my heart
And promise to
Give all Ive got to give
To make all your dreams come true
In all the world
Youll never find
A love as true as mine
You will always be the miracle
That makes my life complete
And as long as theres still breath in me
Ill make yours just as sweet
As we look into the future
Its as far as we can see
So lets make each tomorrow
Be the best that it can be
Chorus
And if along the way we find a day
It starts to storm
Youve got the promise of my love
To keep you warm
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Because You Loved Me Lyrics
"Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion
For all those times you stood by me
For all the truth that you made me see
For all the joy you brought to my life
For all the wrong that you made right
For every dream you made come true
For all the love I found in you
I'll be forever thankful baby
You're the one who held me up
Never let me fall
You're the one who saw me through through it all
You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me
Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'coz you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me
You gave me wings and made me fly
You touched my hand I could touch the sky
I lost my faith, you gave it back to me
You said no star was out of reach
You stood by me and I stood tall
I had your love I had it all
I'm grateful for each day you gave me
Maybe I don't know that much
But I know this much is true
I was blessed because I was loved by you
You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me
Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'coz you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me
You were always there for me
The tender wind that carried me
A light in the dark shining your love into my life
You've been my inspiration
Through the lies you were the truth
My world is a better place because of you
You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me
Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'coz you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me
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TeKay Designs
TeKay Designs Bridal Collection
We provide ready and custom made wedding dresses, wedding gowns, bridal gowns, formal wear, evening, prom and couture apparel for all sizes including plus and petites. If you are looking for non traditional wedding dresses, wedding gowns and bridal gowns, you have come to the right place. We specialize in wedding dresses, wedding gowns, bridal and evening gowns that are not easily found in stores.
Our stylish and affordable bridal and formal clothing can be worn to weddings and special occasions. We tailor maternity and non maternity versions of each style. This is ideal for bridal parties with both pregnant and non pregnant women.
TeKay Designs Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at TeKay Designs.
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Mariela Torres Soucy
Mariela Torres Soucy Bridal Collection
Mariela was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela and later moved to New York. With a degree in Fashion Design from Parson's School of Design, she began her professional development with Badgley Mischka, followed by Mayela (Venezuela) and Pamela Dennis. She finally decided to take a risk and produce her own evening wear line that was quickly picked up by Henri Bendel's. However, it was at the urging of her friends that Mariela started designing couture wedding gowns to fill the void they found in the market for original and unique bridal design. The Soucy for Lara Hélène gowns are sophisticated and elegant.
Mariela Torres Soucy Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Lara Helene Bridal Atelier.
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Sophia Tolli
Sophia Tolli Bridal Collection
After ten years as Head Designer at Maggie Sottero, Sophia Apostolides created a new bridal collection, Sophia Tolli. With its unparalleled craftsmanship and exceptional fit, the Sophia Tolli collection provides an array of gorgeous, show-stopping bridal gowns. A seamstress since her early teens, Sophia grew up surrounded by fabrics, sewing machines and dress patterns. Her aunt, a talented dressmaker, handmade a majority of Sophia's wardrobe and allowed Sophia to select her own fabrics. Sophia considers this early exposure to dressmaking as the base of her informal education in fashion design. Sophia developed a strong foundation in made-to-measure design by crafting custom prom, bridesmaid's dresses and bridal gowns in her teens. During college, Sophia challenged traditional sewing techniques and explored alternative methods of dressmaking. Her award-winning expertise in fit and construction is the result of both her childhood experiences and college education.
Sophia Tolli Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Sophia Tolli.
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Siri
Siri Bridal Collection
Siri dresses are the epitome of the young, chic dress for social events and for wedding parties. Siri dresses are designed and manufactured in San Francisco, California. Not only in the San Francisco Bay Area but all around the country, women appreciate the wonderful fabrics and fine quality of Siri dresses. Siri also specializes in simple, understated wedding dresses for an intimate or destination wedding.
Siri Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Siri.
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Sincerity Bridal
Sincerity Bridal Collection
At Sincerity Bridal, our designers travel the world to purchase the most sought after fabrics, Swarovski Crystals, sequins, embroidery and lace to create the world's most exquisite wedding dresses, bridal gowns and haute couture fashion. Sincerity has a vast worldwide dealer network making our bridal gowns and wedding dresses available in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Consisting of both traditional and contemporary designs, our international bridal fashions include classic Victorian corsetry offering sophistication and superb detail. Every wedding gown has been designed to enhance and compliment your figure so that you will feel fabulous and look absolutely stunning on your wedding day.
Sincerity Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Sincerity Bridal.
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Simone Carvalli
Simone Carvalli Bridal Collection
Simone Carvalli brings you couture bridal gowns made of the best 100% silk fabrics and the finest of French lace. Add in our unique and amazing fit fabricated with a brilliant technique that gives every bride an hour-glass shape. Round that out with our authentic Swarovski crystals and an affordable price. Combine all this and you have… .
Your wedding day should be the most memorable occasion of your life. will make your dreams come true! One look at this amazing collection and you’re sure to find the perfect gown! Whether you prefer traditional or fashion forward, we offer a selection of choices for everyone.
Rest assured, you can count on the quality and delivery of your gown. With 20 years of serving beautiful brides just like you, we know how to make your special day worry-free!
Simone Carvalli Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Simone Carvalli.
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Sarah Danielle
Sarah Danielle Bridal Collection
At Sarah Danielle, our designers travel the world to purchase the most sought after fabrics, Swarovski Crystals, sequins, embroidery and lace to create the world's most exquisite wedding dresses, bridal gowns and haute couture fashion. Sarah Danielle has a vast worldwide dealer network making our bridal gowns and wedding dresses available in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Consisting of both traditional and contemporary designs, our international bridal fashions include classic Victorian corsetry offering sophistication and superb detail. Every wedding gown has been designed to enhance and compliment your figure so that you will feel fabulous and look absolutely stunning on your wedding day.
Sarah Danielle Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Sarah Danielle.
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Sandals Destination Dresses by Dessy Creations
Sandals Destination Dresses Bridal Collection
With Sandals/Beaches destination wedding dresses, you can complete your dream wedding experience with stylish yet affordable dresses that offer just the right amount of special detailing to make them feel beautifully bridal. From jeweled brooches to lace-up backs, elegance and effortlessness are the defining duet of destination wedding dresses. Lightweight fabrics like silk and charmeuse are easy to travel with and look playful and ravishing amid island breezes and leaping waves.
Sandals Destination Dresses Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information available at Dessy Creations.
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San Patrick
San Patrick Bridal Collection
Romantic or sophisticated, discreet or original, each and every bride will find the dress of her dreams in one of these collections inspired by the greatest names in fashion. Just some of the collections, the richness of lace and embroidered tulle characterize the Elegance Collection. Bows defining the bust and waist take us back to the 1960's. In the Duchesse Collection, brides choosing very eye catching, voluminous dresses are granted their wish to feel like the belle of the ball. In the Flounces Collection, horizontal or cascading frills, sometimes tightly ruffled or sometimes flowing, draw an amusing, eye-cathing line for dynamic brides.
San Patrick Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information available at San Patrick.
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Saison Blanche Couture
Saison Blanche Couture Bridal Collection
Unforgettable gowns as exceptional and unique as the brides who will wear them. Each dress is a reflection of meticulous care and sophisticated design, a unique artifact of thoughtful subtleties. Expression and drama unfold in Italian silks and European laces, and bring out the natural beauty of the woman within.
Saison Blanche Couture Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Saison Blanche Couture.
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Saison Blanche Boutique
Saison Blanche Boutique Bridal Collection
Saison Blanche Boutique, a wedding gown collection offers high quality luxurious polyester satin and taffeta fabrics, harmonizing with exquisite French Laces, and hand beadwork. Brides may now be introduced to an exceptionally made "Saison Blanche Boutique" wedding gown custom cut for you within your means.
Saison Blanche Boutique Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Saison Blanche Boutique.
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Rina di Montella
Rina di Montella Bridal Collection
After many successful years in the social occasion industry, designer Rina di Montella is thrilled to present her premiere bridal collection. Rina's Italian heritage as well as her close attention to detail are prevalent in this upscale collection. Soft and elegant, her designs feature European silhouettes, luxurious silk fabrications and elaborate beading patterns. A true reflection of the oman herself, the Rina di Montella bridal collection exudes romance with a haute couture flair.
Rina di Montella Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Rina di Montella.
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Rhyme Couture
Rhyme Couture Bridal Collection
A courteous couture wedding gown company started by women that want to improve the wedding gown market. Our studio, which originally supplied only boutiques, now offers this line through a unique semi-web-based structure that makes our gowns available and affordable to more brides. We are not an impersonal click-and-buy online store. Each bride is assigned a personal bridal consultant who will help finalize your design, guide you through the custom measuring and ordering process, and oversee the delivery of your gown. All communications are done via phone and e-mail to eliminate any retail mark up as well as avoid location limitations and travel expenses. Our gallery styles are never discontinued or out of stock. Rather than taking only three measurements of your body and giving you a pre-sized dress that will undoubtedly need alterations, your Rhyme Couture gown will be designed and made based on all your curves and dimensions so it will fit well the first time around.
Rhyme Couture Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Rhyme Couture.
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Renella De Fina Couture
Renella De Fina Couture Bridal Collection
With a new and refreshing perspective on higher end bridal couture, meet one of Canada's very own, Renella De Fina.
Born and raised in Toronto, Renella was influenced by a long family tradition of European haute couture. She eventually went on to train at the International Academy of Design in Toronto.
Since 1994, Renella has enjoyed much success in the bridal industry. Her original work was launched under the Amici Collection. At the turn of the new millennium, she went on to create her Signature Collection.
Only the finest silks and laces are imported from Europe to create these exquisite dresses. The designs combine elements of evening wear, each gown being finished by hand, with meticulous attention to detail. Renella's gowns truly are modern and unique.
Renella De Fina Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Renella De Fina.
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Reem Acra
Reem Acra Bridal Collection
With an insatiable desire for luxurious fabrics, deep texture, rich color and anything made by hand, Reem Acra's exquisite gowns exude her own innate sense of style and love of fashion. The designer's gowns are a direct reflection of her design philosophy that poetically combines her appreciation for the traditional and classic with the modern fashion needs of today's stylish woman. Reem Acra's gowns particularly appeal to women of individual style who are looking for glamour and sophistication on the most important day of their life. Technical acumen, tremendous creativity, and attention to detail are the overriding principals that Reem Acra combines when approaching her design.
Reem Acra Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Reem Acra.
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Winnie Couture
Winnie Couture Collection
Winnie Couture is a modern mix of classic elegant and
sophisticated couture. It blends femininity and luxury to
create bridal attire silhouettes that are flattering and timeless.
Having debuted in the United States in August 2001,
Winnie Couture received an overwhelmingly positive
response to the collection's innovative styles, coupled with
their modern translation of vintage fashion and royal
embellishments.
Winnie Couture is founded by Winnie & Chris Lee,
a wife and husband team in 2000. Their passion and
devotion to the bridal industry have gained them continuous
success. After just a few short seasons, Winnie's incredible
sense of style and Chris' business and entrepreneurship skills
have positioned Winnie Couture as one of the fastest growing,
most-in-demand bridal collections across the country and
overseas in places like Europe and Asia. In fact, in just less
than five years, the brand has become available in over
250 stores. Winnie Couture progressively developing a
range of distinctive luxury attires consistent with the brand's
values. This creativity entered an exciting new realm in 2006
when Winnie Couture introduced its Destination Bridal
collection.
Winnie Couture Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Winnie Couture.
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White One Bridal Collection
White One Bridal Collection
White One is part of the world-wide leader group in bridal gowns: Pronovias Fashion Group. Manuel Mota, designer and director of Collections at PRONOVIAS, along with a staff of more than 70 people, researches, designs and creates hundreds of new models each year in our design centre in different styles with infinite variations and combinations.
In addition to this, year after year PRONOVIAS enriches its collections by incorporating the Exclusive Collections of International brands and prestigious Spanish designers. As this elegance is due to attention to detail, PRONOVIAS has a fabulous collection of accessories (headdresses, gloves, shoes, jewellery, petticoats, lingerie, coins, veils and other accessories) and a party dress collection with gowns for the matron of honour and bridal attendants.
See also Pronovias.
White One Collections galleries and retailer information is available at White One.
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Vineyard Collection
Vineyard Collection Bridal Collection
Growing up in Virginia, Mark Brower was captivated by photos in glossy fashion magazines and dreamed of one day traveling to New York to become a designer. His passion led him to Parson's School of Design, where he graduated with a degree in Fashion Design in 1983.
Mark Brower comes to the Priscilla of Boston group after designing for Vera Wang and Finesse Embro deries, where he developed his sophisticated approach to embellishment and learned the intricate art of beading. His impressive command of design landed him a position as professor of Fashion Design at Parson's School of Design in New York, as well as a spot on the design teams of the Priscilla of Boston and Melissa Sweet collections.
In November 2006, Brower was appointed designer and given the task to create VINEYARD, the newest collection by Priscilla of Boston group.
Brower's hope is that his gowns for the VINEYARD Collection will enchant brides and complete their wedding day.
See also Priscilla of Boston.
Vineyard Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Priscilla of Boston.
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VII Collection
VII Collection Bridal Collection
Venus Bridals…the very name evokes images of timeless beauty…the feeling of romance….the essence of glamour…all these things you’ll find in a Venus Bridal gown. At Venus, we’ve created a vast array of styles, gathered into wonderfully diverse collections, each collection distinct from the others, so that the Bride may choose a gown which expresses her own individual beauty and unique personal charm.---her “dream dress”! See also Venus Bridals.
VII Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Venus Bridals.
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Vera Wang
Vera Wang Bridal Collection
In 1990 Vera Wang founded a design company that not only reflects her lifelong love of fashion, but also celebrates the romance, sensuality and spirit of modern young women.
A native New Yorker, Vera Wang grew up surrounded by fashion, often accompanying her mother to the world's most stylish boutiques. After a career in competitive skating and studies at Chapin and Sarah Lawrence, Vera discovered her own love for design while at the Sorbonne in Paris. She joined Vogue and at age 23, became the youngest fashion editor ever. After 16 years, Vera moved on to Design Director of women's accessories for Ralph Lauren.
It was her own marriage, however, that ultimately inspired her to start her own business. She introduced style and modernity to wedding gowns, creating the foundation for a luxury fashion brand that has since expanded into various related categories. In 2005, the prestigious Council of Fashion Designers of America named Vera Wang as Womenswear Designer of the Year. Vera Wang resides in New York City with her husband and two daughters.
Vera Wang Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Vera Wang.
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Venus Bridal
Venus Bridal Collection
Venus Bridals…the very name evokes images of timeless beauty…the feeling of romance….the essence of glamour…all these things you’ll find in a Venus Bridal gown. At Venus, we’ve created a vast array of styles, gathered into wonderfully diverse collections, each collection distinct from the others, so that the Bride may choose a gown which expresses her own individual beauty and unique personal charm.---her “dream dress”!
Venus Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Venus Bridal.
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Valentino
Valentino Bridal Collection for Pronovias
For Pronovias, every bride is unique and every wedding is a challenge. Pronovias shares your excitement from the time you first walk into our shop until your wedding day. In the process we establish a professional relationship, but most of all one that is enjoyable because the most important thing to us is you and your wedding. That's the Pronovias spirit.
PRONOVIAS is a family business that has its origins in El Suizo, a prestigious shop in Barcelona founded in 1922 and specialising in silk lace, embroidery and fabrics for bridal gowns. In 1964 PRONOVIAS presented the first collection of prêt-a-porter bridal gowns in Spain. In 1968, it was first with another initiative: the first bridal shops in Spain.
Today, PRONOVIAS is the international leader in wedding gowns, with 130 shops in Spain and more 4,250 points of sale in 72 countries. Of the more than 840 people who work for the company, 70 devote their talent to creativity, innovation and design.
Valentino Bridal Collection galleries and retailer information is available at Pronovias.
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