Engagement Rings ? From Grass to Glitzfinger. The "vena amoris," Latin for vein of love, was thought to be the vein that led from the third finger directly to the heart, a theory derived from the ancient Egyptians.
It wasn't until the 15th century that diamonds first adorned the eternal circular band. History records the first diamond engagement ring in the 15th century when Archduke Maximillian of Hamburg presented the ring to Mary of Burgandy. At that time, diamonds were scarce, traveling via...
Engagement Rings ? From Grass to Glitz
Diamonds are a girl's best friend, but it hasn't always been so. The practice of giving a ring for the promise before the "I do" dates back to prehistoric times, since cavemen and cavewomen walked the earth. The engagement ring predates the discovery of diamonds by eons, winding through ancient civilizations, traversing along the spice route, and eventually gaining popularity during the industrial revolution, fueled by guess what?the most successful...
Essential Advice for Your Wedding Dayyou moving on schedule. Don't forget to give your friend a gift for helping you through any wedding day glitches! Arrive at the church with plenty of time to spare. Remember, you MIGHT tear up a bit, so have plenty of tissues handy as to not smear that gorgeous make-up.
Spend the last few minutes before the wedding starts with your bridesmaids. Do some deep breathing if you're nervous, and think about how long you have been awaiting this precious day.
For...
Even in the Movies
The other night, I watched the movie "The Family Man" starring Nicholas Cage. I enjoyed it very much, although that's not intended to be my point.The story takes place in two locations: New Jersey and New York. When Cage's character takes his wife to New York City for dinner, the camera shows a shot of the city's sky line. Fiction quickly turned to non-fiction.What a strange, ominous feeling. I was relaxing and suddenly I was reminded of what no longer was -- what was...
Everyone wants to be an underwear model
An introduction to the weight loss mentalityBy: The Icon Diet ReaderAfter a particularly grueling workout I find myself sitting in the steam room taking stock of my aching body. I spent the last hour of my life breaking down my muscle fibers, forcing them to rebuild. I spent the last hour of my life sweating my way through a few hundred gut wrenching ab exercises. My shoulders, pecs and triceps are warm and slightly numb with fatigue. My abs are a...
Express Yourself With Colors
Feeling troubled over what color to wear? What color makes you looks good? Well, fashion is all about yourself. What you choose to wear every morning tells a lot about you and how you felt that day. Even your little handbag carries a little story.
Mixing and matching is a personal choice, you create your very own style! Well, let's get to understand and have fun with colors
WHITE
A popular color in Fashion. Light and neutral, it goes well with any color....
Expressions of Devotion: Buying Engagement Rings, Wedding Rings and Wedding Bands Online
Ritual symbolism abounds in everything we do; this is particularly the case when an individual commits their love and devotion to another and offers a promise of marriage. The custom of offering and exchanging engagement rings and wedding bands is a time honored tradition rich in symbolism and meaning that has been carried on for centuries.As time has changed so have consumer traditions and buying...
Family Baby Shower
The addition of baby number 2, 3, or 10 is an occasion to celebrate for any family. Just think how exciting it must be for your littlest one who is used to always being the younger brother to find out he?s going to be a big brother! Though baby showers have traditionally been held for mommies-to-be only, times are changing and many people are having baby showers to celebrate the new baby?s whole family-to-be. What better way to celebrate than to throw a baby shower party...
Fashion and beauty for your Destination Wedding
If you're getting married overseas, there are a few extra considerations when it comes to looking good. It's time to start planning your 'princess for the day' look! Your wedding attirethere are two main considerations when planning your outfit for a wedding abroad. You need to find something that you will be comfortable wearing, especially if you're getting married in the sunshine, and you also need to choose something that you can...
Feel Like a (Romantic) Kid Again
Ride your partner's favorite ride at amusement parks.
Talk to each other in pig Latin.
Tell each other scary stories
Visit a playground. Swing and slide together.
Win your partner a prize at the arcade.
Write your names on a balloon and watch it drift off in the breeze.
Husband and wife team Paris Permenter and John Bigley edit the award-winning Lovetripper.com (www.lovetripper.com), a romantic travel magazine and resource featuring honeymoons,...
