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9/30/13

The Ring

SHOPPING FOR A DIAMOND?
Choosing the right style for your diamond ring is purely a matter of personal taste. In addition to the many shapes diamonds themselves come in, there are many setting styles to choose. From the traditional and classic to the more modern and fashion forward. Some rings have only a center stone (called a solitaire) while other settings have side stones of various shapes that surround the center stone. Another consideration is the type of precious metal for the setting. Yellow gold, white gold and platinum are popular. Some settings combine both. Whichever you choose, learn the 4 C's.
Learn The 4Cs
Put simply, there are four universally accepted characteristics that all diamonds are graded by. They are known as the 4Cs, and they are Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat weight. It is the

9/16/13

Order of Events

RECEPTION - ORDER OF EVENTS

Cocktail Period

Guests mingle and deposit their gifts. Backstage the photographer takes portraits. If time permits the Bride & Groom should have something to eat, thus freeing up time to mix and mingle during the dinner.
 

Introduction of the Wedding party

Once the guests are seated, the bridal party is introduced for the first time.
  1. The Groomsmen and Bridesmaids
  2. Flower girls & ring bearer
  3. The parents of the Groom
  4. The Parents of the Bride
  5. The new Mr. & Mrs.