TE ARR 12 The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, September 28, 1994 Fall Bridal The Dallas Post Showcase Getting married the second time around By Sharon Williams Copley News Service No matter if you've walked down the aisle only once before or if you've uttered “I do” as many times as Elizabeth Taylor. Since a wedding is an occasion that calls for celebration and re- joicing, those marrying for the sec- ond time around have every right and reason to plan the event of their dreams. The fact that one has gone through it before doesn’t dim the glow and glory surrounding a sec- ond marriage. The event can be big or small, formal or casual, so long as it fits the happy couple in terms of their age, lifestyle, tastes and preferences. Forget about shunning white, unless you'd rather wear pink, and toss out the old notion that second marriages should be quiet, discreet affairs — unless that’s the way you want it. Simply put, those who are mar- rying again can do practically whatever they wish. Brides and grooms are free to adopt any of the traditional elements of the wed- ding ceremony and reception, and to incorporate some original ideas of their own if they so choose. Following are some tips and trends regarding second mar- ~~ riages. Wedding books, guides and magazines such as Modern Bride and Bride’s and Your New Home can be consulted for additional hints. : INVITATIONS With invitations, remarrying couples can go as stately or as simple as they wish without stray- ing outside the gates of good taste. Formal invitations should follow traditional form — engraved or thermographed on white or ecru stock. The wording should reflect who is issuing the invitation — ei- ther the couple’s parents or the bride and groom themselves. For more casual events, the written word can become consid- erably looser and lighter. For a small wedding, for instance, a cou- ple might send handwritten notes, while brides and grooms with chil- dren from previous marriages might choose to showcase a pic- ture of the whole group in their invitations as a symbol of family unity. Other options include invitations printed on specialty papers, invita- tions featuring touching verses or poems and invitations adorned with romantic artwork or heart- warming graphics. CEREMONY The setting can be as command- ing as a scenic historical site or as comforting as the home of a good friend. In short, the setting for a second marriage can be almost anywhere. Top choices include private clubs, hotels, restaurants, interdenomi- national wedding chapels or even the judges’ chambers at the court- house, but couples have been known to recite their vows in unique locations such as parks, beaches and mountain peaks. While many couples choose civil or nonsectarian ceremonies, church weddings aren’t necessari- ly out of the question. 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In some cases, children from previous marriages fill these roles or serve as junior brides- maids, ring bearers, flower girls or ushers. GIFTS Those marrying again have ev- ery reason to register for gifts — probably more so than the average newlywed couple. Since their new home will be a combination of his things and her things, there will likely be some specific items the couple needs and.some they defi- nitely don’t. And when there’s nothing they need, chances are good that there are plenty of things they want. Sea- son tickets to the symphony, the- ater, opera or home basketball games, a new set of china, a joint health club membership or a dona- tion to charity are among the many options. In some cases, guests pool their resources to purchase a big-ticket item such as a new stereo, a video- cassette recorder or a stair-step- ping machine for marrying-again couples. WEDDING ATTIRE Second-time brides can truly dress the part if they wish. Depend- ing on their tastes and the degree of formality of the wedding, they're free to wear white — long considered a symbol of joy — or ivory in a long or short, full or fitted silhouette — perhaps accom- panied by a short veil or veil- wrapped hat. Others prefer simpler, sophisti- cated styles, such as smart suits or slim dresses made of silk, brocade or lace in ecru, off-white or pastel shades. What the groom wears depends largely on the ceremony and time of day. For a formal affair, he could go black tie, while formal wear or a blazer and slacks would suit a daytime ceremony or a more casual occasion. 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