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A smooth walk down the aisle: Non-slip fabric aisle runners by the Original Runner Company

We discovered this wonderful resource and think you’ll find their runners equally unique. The Original Runner Company makes the world’s first non-slip fabric aisle runners for weddings and special events.

According to Julie Goldman from Original Runners, “unlike the typical white paper aisle runners, Original Runners are real fabric and have an exclusive non-slip foam backing to keep it flat and secure. They are available in 20 colors/prints and can be custom hand painted with the couple’s monogram, floral design or event motif.  We’ve also gotten the attention from celebrity clients such as Kevin Jonas, Ashlee Simpson and ‘Real Housewife’ Bethenny Frankel.”

The Original Runner Company has expanded their product line to include custom made accessories too. (See photo of custom pillows below).

Writing Your Vows

So you are going to get married to the love of your life and you want to write a beautiful, simple wedding vow for your ceremony, because you know the memory of those deep, heartfelt words will last for a lifetime.

These days it’s becoming more and more common for couples to write their own unique yet simple wedding vows. Here are 3 tips to help you write your own romantic and memorable wedding vows:

Don’t Try to Impress People

Some people try to write a wedding vow that is impressive and mouthful. They feel this will make their wedding ceremony more special. But the truth is that it’s completely the opposite. It will just make your words sound insincere and faked, so your wedding vow won’t have any impact on your loved one, or even the guests.

Simply speak from your heart. It doesn’t matter if you use very simple words that you speak in your day to day conversation. It’s the feeling in those words that matters. Because “what comes from the heart, reaches the heart.”

Speak from Your Heart

Go to a peaceful place so that your mind slows down and is relaxed. Then close your eyes and imagine that your partner is standing in front of you smiling at you.

Look into his/her eyes and remember the beautiful memories you’ve had together. All those days that you laughed and cried together. Feel how much you love him/her with all your heart. Then, as your eyes are still closed and you still see your loved one in front of you, think about what you would like to tell him/her at this very moment. No one else is there. Just you two. So tell him/her whatever your heart desires.

When you try this, you’ll find yourself expressing your feelings in a very deep and heartfelt way. These words will make the perfect wedding vow for your wedding.

Read Romantic or Spiritual Prose

Another great way to get you thinking is to read something beautiful, romantic or insightful. That might be poetry or it might be spiritual.

Let yourself be inspired from the author’s deep, romantic language. Write down any words that reflect your feelings for your loved one as well. Before you know it, you’ll be writing beautiful sentences that will be perfect for your wedding vow.

Photograph courtesy of Scott Hagar, Dallas

Ceremony Etiquette You May Not Know

The first thing you can do for the wedding couple is to arrive on time. It doesn’t matter that most weddings don’t begin at the exact hour indicated in the invitation. It is still good manners to show up on time. If you are going to be late or arrive after the appointed time, you can do the following:

• If the processional is underway, don’t stroll down the aisle at the same time as the wedding party. If the processional is underway, wait in an area outside and/or out of the way until the processional has been completed.
• Exercise discretion: you may prefer to be up front, but this time, you should sit in the back to avoid drawing attention away from the ceremony underway. Enter and seat yourself as quickly and quietly as you can.
• If you are attending a religious ceremony of a faith other than your own, be respectful. Be discreet in your non-participation.This is not the event for making a political statement.
• If you are unfamiliar with the religious rituals, go with the crowd. Watch what others are doing and do you best to follow along or blend in.

Embellish the Ceremony Space with Unexpected Touches

Celebrity wedding planner, Lisa Gorjestani, has earned a reputation for showstopping designs. Here is a tip to consider for your wedding day:

When the exchange of vows takes place outdoors, the back row of chairs is usually the first thing guests see. To dress up the seats, Gorjestani hangs a bucket of flowers or envelopes filled with fragrant petals, autumn leaves or fresh herbs from each. “Afterward, I use the floral arrangements to decorate the bar at the reception.”