Marriage is a time honoured institution and
the wedding ceremony itself is full of symbols and traditions that come down to
us from the ages - sometimes from unexpected sources.
Did
you know?
·
While white has always been the
colour of choice for wedding parties in Japan, in Europe and North America, the
white wedding gown was first worn and popularized by Queen Victoria in 1840.
Prior to that date, a bride simply wore her best fancy dress.
·
In Asia, brides and grooms will
wear robes that have been embroidered with cranes, which symbolize faithfulness
and fidelity.
·
The wedding veil comes to us
from ancient Greece and Rome, where brides wore them to protect themselves from
evil spirits.
·
The engagement ring is worn on
the ‘ring finger’ - fourth on the left hand - because at one time people
believed that a vein in the ring finger led directly to the heart.
·
The engagement ring itself as
we commonly know it - made of precious metal and adorned with diamonds - first
became a custom among Venetians of the upper classes in the 15th
century.
It doesn’t matter where you get the
inspiration for your own wedding ceremony or traditions, what matters is that
your special day becomes your dream come true. That means a lot of planning and
paying attention to all the details from the dress and the flowers to the right wedding
venue for your reception. If you’re just starting to plan your own wedding,
where do you start?
Here’s
a hot tip:
·
Begin with a theme and/or a
colour scheme. One can certainly suggest
the other - like deep reds and golds for an autumn wedding or classic black and
white for a winter wedding ceremony. Deciding on the overall theme will help to
iron out the details and make sure that everything - from bridal party fashions
to flowers and décor - goes with everything else.
At the Mississauga Convention Centre, we
can help make your wedding day the fairy tale experience you always dreamed of.
Our rooms are chic yet dignified and feature 18’ coffer ceilings with
shimmering crystal chandeliers that will create an elegant ambience.
Our experienced event and wedding planning
staff will give you personalized planning services. We pay attention to the
details too and can help you select the perfect room and a delicious menu your
guests will love. We can cater to any sized party from 40 to 2,400 and our
staff are truly exceptional. They’ll provide you and your guests with
impeccable customer service to help add to your memorable occasion.
You’ll find great spots for wedding album
memories in our luxurious grand foyer or landscaped gardens, and our spacious
bridal suites are elegant and perfect for those last minute preparations. We’ve
thought of everything to help make your special day a memory you’ll treasure
throughout your life.
Are you planning a wedding? Visit us
and book a tour of our Mississauga wedding hall to see how we can help you to
create the perfect fairy tale. Call (905) 564-1920 or e-mail
us to learn more. You’ll be glad you did!
In Mississauga, we are located at 75 Derry
Road West, Mississauga, ON L5W 1G3
About The Mississauga Convention Centre
Since 1978, we have been providing
residents of Mississauga, Peel Region and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) with
exceptional service for both social and corporate functions. A family
owned and operated business, our attention to detail, personalized care and
exemplary customer service has made us one of the premiere wedding halls and
event centres in Mississauga, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and beyond.