Old Wedding Traditions Are Being Replaced

It has been happening little by little over the years, but it seems to be in full bloom as we speak. Maybe it's the economy and budgetary restrictions, but more and more brides are opting for smaller and more intimate affairs than weddings of the past. Maybe it isn't about the money at all because they're still spending money on their weddings but they are redirecting the funds.

Instead of paying to wine and dine 200 weddings guests, brides are planning destination weddings and picking up the tab for their small bridal parties. Grooms and their groomsmen are heading off for a long guy's weekend for the bachelor party while the bachelorette and her gal pals are heading out for a long weekend girl's getaway of their own.

Private homes and unique venues are replacing the grandiose churches and hotel ballrooms of the past. Las Vegas has seen an increase in the number of brides and grooms they send down the aisle. Some are at the chapels, but some of these weddings are luxurious affairs, but smaller and more intimate.

It may no longer be in style to have your mother or grandmother's wedding. It means that you have the freedom to make your own traditions, or honor the traditions you choose to adopt into your wedding ceremony and reception. It is your wedding, so put your own spin on it.