The word wedding is believed to be derived from the Danish vedde. It loosely means "bet" or "gambling". Epic gamble, folks.
Weddings are one of our few cultural universals, the symbol of maintaining power, forging alliances, gaining status, and transforming into our current incarnation as a pledge of commitment. It has evolved from its beginnings as a patriarchal trade that leaves heads. , the exchange of rings, the sealed kiss, and the eternal oath.
Myriad factors influence how, why, and style of marriage. Including but not limited to family ties, religious traditions, celebrity inspiration, Pinterest boards, social media, and especially astrology.
Just as the stars guide and rule our lives, they shape our style. Read on to learn more about wedding styles through the zodiac signs.
ARIES (21 March - 19 April)
The Aries bride spares no charm and is not captive. Ruled by Mars, the planet of enthusiasm, desire, and war, Aries goes to wedding planning with clear vision, precise execution, dramatic staging of the puff, and a final battle of being special. I will work on it. For proof, see Kourtney ``Dolce & Wedding brought on by Gabbana'' Kardashian, Mariah ``Twenty-seven foot race train'' Carey, Celine ``2000 Swarovski'' 290} Crystals lie deep within the mysterious bridal headdress." Dion.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
To remain grounded, committed, and comfortable,Taureansprefer simplicity and intimacy when it comes to weddings. A bull is usually the body of a house that prefers its own pasture, and we find this represented in Cher, the bull who first married Sonny Bono in a makeshift ceremony in the bathroom.They like the range of committed relationships regardless of red flags and are not afraid to go all out for what they want. Cher proposed to Gregg Allman just four days after her divorce from Sonny was finalized. At the pair'sLas Vegas weddingeveryone wore white, caviar was served, the groom showed a high interest in heroin, and the earth sign bride wore minimal makeup and a peasant-style gown. I saw it shining.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of messages, consciousness and communication. A Gemini wedding emphasizes the importance of words, with an emphasis on vows, toasts, matching tattoos, and monogrammed swags. In the case of triple-married Gemini Angelina Jolie, words occupy a special, visual, and sometimes instinctive place. At his 1996 wedding to Jonny Lee Miller, he used his blood to write his name on the white T-shirt she wore at the weddingJolie. When 68} married Brad Pitt in 2014, her veil was embroidered with messages and drawings from the couple's six children.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Cancer rules the home and the 4th house of the ancestors, and Cancer's wedding style is family-based and tradition-based. Nick at her two celebrations honoring their respective backgrounds Cancer queen Priyanka tied the knot with her Jonas At her Chopra wedding, we see these qualities in demand . The Christian ceremony, held in Chopra's native India, was officiated by Jonas' father and was followed by a traditional Hindu ceremony, several days of revelry, and some seriously epic photos. .
A truly tender expression of the Cancer pillar of nostalgia and inclusivity In, Crab Bride Lauren Morelli married his wife to "Orange Is the New Black" star Samira Wiley in a Funfetti-themed wedding, with the ceremony laid out in a circle Made in "Unite all our beloved guests."
Leo (July 23-August 22)
Regardless of the circumstances of their birth,Leo minds possess the majesty of self-possession. They believe they are royals, and in Meghan Markle's case, to believe is to exist.
Leo's wedding style is lavish and expresses the personality of the Lion. For Markle and Prince Harry, the expression takes the form of a lukewarm departure from her WASP tradition, with a gospel choir andthe bride's choice to walk down the aisle to her own fine-ass self. Included were the legions ofimitators.
Leo rules the mind and Lions have plenty of it. These big cats love romance and spend a lot of time in bliss. Leo Jennifer, who married her fellow lion Ben Affleck in July 2022, Jennifer her Lopez announced to her fans and subjects what seemed to be a royal decree, announcing her J. Through her newsletter, she announced details of the wedding in a pseudo-fairytale tone. }
Virgo (August 23-September 22)
Virgo is ruled by Mercury, the planet that rules the written word. It was therefore perfectly fitting that VirgoNate Berkus and her now-her-husband Jeremiah Brentchose the New York Public Library as their wedding venue, and the first to exchange vows between stacks. made history as a same-sex couple. Virgos have a reputation for being special, but they prefer the worddiscerning. So when it comes to knotting, no detail is left unnoticed or unattended.
This is seen in the wedding style of the patron saint of Virgo. Ladies and gentlemen,in a dress designed by Beyonce mom who married Jay on April 4th to her Z. In keeping with Virgo's themes of control and curation, the couple has a strict no-cell phone ban,"Beyoncé's favorite white, and 70,000 bottles of her Dendrobium orchid shipped from Thailand. got married in
Libra (September 23-October 22)
Libra is ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty, attachment and aesthetics, and weddings are the true time when the signs of Libra and balance shine. . Libra suffers from doomsday indecision,Gwen Stefani wearing two custom Vera wand dresses to hitchhike Blake Shelton,andKim Kardashian in 2014 It proved that we chose both France and Italy as destinations for the year. Wedding to Gemini genius/madman Kanye WestThey tend to be cute, but when Libra finally decides the details, the result is downright ambitious in their loveliness.
Kimie, drenched in Givenchy, serenaded by Lana Del Rey in the Palace of Versailles and chained up in a Florentine citadel, sounds a bit like a dream. Sorry haters, the union didn't last, but Kimye's wedding photo became the most-liked Instagram image ever
SCORPIO ( October 23 – November 21)
Scorpio keeps things at their best, and their wedding style is secretive. Serenity was certainly the case with RuPaul the Scorpion, who married his partner of 23 years Georges Leba in a secret ceremony on the anniversary of his meeting. Scorpio couple Nick and Vanessa Lachey (who share the same birthday and are cute) went even further with secrecy in their surprise wedding in 2011, arriving at the airport with valid passports for unsuspecting guests. instructed to arrive at The party takes refuge on Richard Branson's private island, and in true Scorpio fashion, withered flowers, broken cakes, and unbearable heat are more memories-making than deal-breaking for the still-happy couple. proved to be
Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21)
Sagittarius values freedom and typically sticks to being devoted, but Britney Spearssurvived as Sagittarius' guardian. In the case of , freedom meant being free to marry her longtime love, Sam Ashgari. Sagittarius is open-minded, big-mouthed, always optimistic, and true to form. b&Even attempts by her ex fail to deter Spears on her wedding day. To always have a good time and leave detractors without an invitation, a merry archer like Britt often leaves her complicated next of kin out of the ceremony and ends the night with a dirty dance with her groom. Track your choices. Barefoot, diamond thongs, and tuxedo strip to her jacketMazel.
Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
Capricorn is classic. It is ruled by Saturn, the planet of structure, standards, and heritage. Indeed, this Earth sign has it lined up all the way down the aisle. This energy is embodied in Royal Cap Kate Middleton. Her long-sleeved lace gown and supernatural wedding poise make her often cited as a source of inspiration forweddingsIcon Simple Narciso Her Rodriguez Carolyn Bessette JFKJr who chose her dress slip. A wedding photographer has this to say about intimate relationships: what it was Simplicity, that was the beauty." And the same can be said for the style of this cardinal sign.
Aquarius (20 Jan – 18 Feb)
Dedicated to highlighting their own desires in their queerness,Aquariusalways and in every way get their way. Expect the star to stray from convention and make a personal statement when it comes to wedding style. Either Yoko Ono looks incredibly cool in blackout shades and a wide-brimmed hat on her wedding day in front of the Rock of Gibraltar, orParis Hiltonis her Whether you hold a carnival in honor of themarriage of, expect something unexpected and completely symbolic when it comes to Aquarius.
Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20)
Idealistic at best and usually fantastical Pisces is the most unabashedly romantic sign of the zodiac, and its vibe is the style of a wedding. It extends to Think of Justin Bieber , Prince of Pisces. Hailey's wedding to Baldwin in 2019 reportedly included her pre-wedding pajama party with her loved ones, as well as a screening of "The Notebook." It's so sweet that it makes my teeth hurt. True to the empathic spirit of this volatile water her sign, the bride wore Vivian's Westwood dress. Harper's BazaarCan't speak to the exchange of vows, but judging by thisInstagram post of mine, Mr. and Mrs. Bieb brought poetry to the party .
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