How to Plan a Mexican Wedding

January 21, 2009 | By Admin In Mexican Wedding Traditions |

Any couple planning a Mexican wedding should incorporate the following ideas in their preparation:

Sponsors

The sponsors of a Mexican wedding are normally the godparents of the couple. Families and friends can also contribute amounts of cash to establish the wedding budget. But in tradition, the godparents sponsor the bride and groom financially. The bride and groom, in return, give their godparents a special place in the wedding ceremony. In planning a Mexican wedding, it should be noted what part of the wedding is paid by whom.

Wedding Invitations

Wedding invitations form part of the whole wedding planning. They are normally bright-colored and are written in English and Spanish. Listed in the invitation the guests who are invited to come to the celebration and their corresponding contribution to the wedding itself. Guests are asked to bring the invitation to the wedding to get admittance.

Arras

The arras is part of a traditional Mexican wedding. This is the thirteen gold coins given by the groom to the bride as blessed by the priest. This is a representation that the groom will support his wife and will become a good provider for the family.

Lasso

Another consideration in planning a Mexican wedding is the use of lasso. Lasso is a large rosary that is wrapped around the necks of the bride and groom to symbolize their joining and never-ending love for each other.

Wedding attire, music and celebration. A few other things considered in planning a Mexican wedding are the wedding attire, the music dance and celebration. A Mexican wedding cannot be complete without these details.