Orthodox weddings
Orthodox weddings are a celebration of community, as two families join in a bond of love that will continue into the next generation.
The importance of wedding guests
While it seems like all weddings follow a similar format, it is the people involved who make each wedding unique. Your wedding celebration reflects your relationship to those around you, as they celebrate the commencement of your marriage with love and support.
Initially, there are people who help you look fabulous from the word go.
This is how you look when you’re marrying the person who you want to share your life’s journey.
Joining two families is so special.
Every detail is perfect.
The Godparents of the Groom are very significant in Macedonian culture. Traditionally everybody celebrates the Godfather.
One of the Godfather’s formalities is the shaving of the groom with various implements, until settling on a safe shaver.
The Best Man also supports the Groom by enticing the Bride to put on her wedding shoes…
…with plenty of cash.
The Groom symbolises leaving his parents by kicking over a cup of water on his way out, as he heads for the church.
The church is full.
The Groom sees his Bride, and suddenly, nothing else matters.
He is her world.
The Godfather has the honour of performing the ring ceremony.
They are crowned too.
Everybody is thrilled to be part of this family historic moment.
The wedding gown is breathtaking.
Sharing a name as a place of belonging.
A dance with those who mean so much. Giving away a daughter is the most generous symbolism there is.
Some formalities can be light and fun.
It’s great to be friends with the best DJ in town.
The Macedonian band plays traditional music and brings all the glory.
As the night draws to a close, an eligible bachelorette takes home the bouquet, and the couple departs via a family Guard of Honour tunnel.
