Turkish wedding traditions: what is hidden under the red veil

Description of a wedding in Istanbul

Today, getting married in Istanbul is not a problem. There are many companies on the wedding market, both Russian and Turkish, that are ready to organize a turnkey wedding ceremony in Istanbul. With their help, both a real and symbolic wedding in Istanbul can be organized. Yes, yes, marriages concluded in Turkey are recognized as legal in Russia. True, to conclude such marriages, preliminary and subsequent preparation of documents is required, but wedding organizers are often ready to take on these efforts.

The organizer will help prepare and legalize all documents necessary for marriage, as well as translate and legalize the marriage certificate. The wedding organizer will take care of all the hassles regarding:

• preparation of the event,
• car rental,
• organizing photo sessions and photography. Those interested can order a love story shoot.

The organizer will answer the question of how to hold a wedding in Istanbul, making full use of the opportunities of this city. The newlyweds will be able to visit the most interesting and picturesque places in the city so that they will remain in their wedding photographs. And the wedding dinner will take place in one of the famous Istanbul restaurants. After all, Istanbul is famous for its abundance of good restaurants, where you can taste delicious dishes of both local and European cuisine.

For exotic lovers who want to plunge into oriental flavor, a Turkish wedding can be organized, which will take place according to Turkish customs, and the bride and groom will be dressed in national wedding clothes and shoes. Such a ceremony will be accompanied by appropriate music, the newlyweds will be able to completely immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the holiday and feel like the heroes of a Turkish historical film. Among other things, newlyweds should enjoy the Turkish bath - hammam. Cool slabs, warm foam and the skillful hands of the bathhouse attendants will give you special pleasure and leave an unforgettable experience.

You can combine the wedding ceremony with a honeymoon and the next day after the wedding you can go to explore the numerous mosques, museums and palaces of Istanbul, and then go to one of the Turkish resorts for a leisurely, relaxing holiday. A wedding in Istanbul is like an oriental fairy tale. By ordering and paying for the service of organizing a wedding celebration

Çağteks Bridal

Chagtex wedding dresses are one of the most modern and bold in style. The brand is represented in Turkey in the city of Istanbul. This brand is distinguished from other brands by its creative models, which are very bold and extravagant. Chagtex has been working in the wedding dress market for about 14 years, but during this short period of time, the brand has managed to earn a good reputation and recognition.

Their dresses are always perfectly sewn by professional seamstresses, according to fashion trends and from high-quality fabrics

In addition to selling dresses, Chagtex also organizes weddings in Istanbul

How to properly organize a wedding ceremony in Turkey?

It is very important to carry out the holiday correctly so that it is remembered by the guests as a joyful event, and for this it is recommended to use a travel agency for organizing wedding tours outside the country

Newlyweds have a unique opportunity to combine a wedding ceremony with a honeymoon at a resort, because in Turkey there are a lot of comfortable hotels that provide all the best conditions for relaxation. In addition, the prices will definitely please you compared to other hot countries in the world.

The main advantages of a wedding in Turkey:

• Flying to the beautiful Mediterranean Sea or the heavenly Aegean Sea will not take up too much of your time. It usually takes no more than two hours.
• To visit the country, you only need to apply for a visa at the airport upon arrival; no additional documents are required.
• If you don’t know the national language, it doesn’t matter! There is a Russian-speaking person in all settlements and hotels in Turkey.
• In Turkey there are many different towers, ancient mosques, ancient fortresses, old ruined cities. In general, Turkey is a real museum city with a lot of interesting things!

Where to hold a wedding ceremony in Turkey

Many cities in Turkey are characterized by a favorable climate and have many attractions worthy of attention. The newlyweds will choose a suitable place for their wedding ceremony very quickly. We would like to offer for consideration six of the most popular cities in Turkey among tourists, which are the best suited for holding a wedding.

In Side

Side is one of the most beautiful resorts on the Mediterranean coast. Its sea panoramas are breathtaking, and the clear waters allow you to see the bottom down to the smallest detail. Newlyweds from all over the world are attracted by the snow-white sand and picturesque coastline. If the bride and groom want to have their wedding ceremony on a yacht, they will be able to enjoy the magnificent scenery and get acquainted with the stunning nature of the coast of Side.

In Kemer

Although Kemer is one of the youngest resorts in Turkey, it has already become a favorite of the Antalya coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Its peculiarity is an amazing combination of natural elements: on the one hand, the city is surrounded by picturesque mountains, orange gardens and pine forests, and on the other, sand and pebble beaches and a clear sea, in which the seabed is visible at a depth of 8 meters. Kemer agencies will offer newlyweds to choose any program for their wedding:

• ceremony on the seashore;
• national celebration on site;
• a secluded celebration on one of the islands: Kekova, Imbros, Sedir.

In Belek

Belek is famous for its acacia thickets, eucalyptus, cedar and pine forests. This is the homeland of unique bird species and a real bird paradise, headed by the Tuto Alba owl, which has become a symbol of the city. This is the most expensive resort in Turkey, so there are not many tourists here, which is ideal for newlyweds looking for privacy. Belek has no attractions, but if the newlyweds want to spend their honeymoon here, this problem can be easily solved: they will be taken by car to the best historical excursion in Turkey.

In Bodrum

Bodrum is located in southwest Turkey between the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas. It organically combines secluded bays with clear water, golden sandy beaches, orange groves, beautiful mountains and pine forests. The entire elite and bohemian of Turkey chose Bodrum for their pastime. The newlyweds will not be bored here, because in addition to the wedding ceremony in any place chosen by the couple, they will be able to enjoy the most luxurious and largest disco in all of Europe - Helicarnassus.

In Antalya

Antalya's climate is no different from other Mediterranean places, and the sun shines brightly here from April to October. At this resort in Turkey, the newlyweds are organized a whole wedding tour, which will include not only the wedding ceremony, but also the wedding ceremony according to local traditions. And if the bride and groom decide to invite guests to the wedding, then quickly organizing additional seats at the celebration will not be a problem. Newlyweds can choose any place in Antalya for their wedding ceremony:

• snow-white beach;
• orange garden;
• Tamara lighthouse;
• Pirates' ship;
• historical temple;
• terrace of a five-star hotel;
• ski resort.

In the Stambul

Istanbul is a Turkish metropolis that combines the charm of the West and the special atmosphere of the East. It attracts newlyweds from all over the world who want to get married in a place full of charm, indescribable flavor, and mystical secrets. The special charm of Istanbul is the harmonious combination of modern buildings with houses of ancient architecture. The Bosphorus Bridge, the Byzantine Yerebatan Palace and other attractions will create an excellent backdrop for a romantic photo shoot for newlyweds.

Official wedding ceremonies abroad

Just ten years ago in our country there was only one scenario for a wedding day - first the registry office, then a ride in a car with balloons and a ribbon on the hood around the city, and in the evening - a noisy feast in a cafe or at home. Now, with the opening of borders and Russia’s entry into many international and interstate unions, there are a great many opportunities to both “celebrate” a wedding and simply celebrate this event. Current legislation allows Russian citizens to “get married” in almost any country, and the simplification of document flow between countries thanks to the Hague Convention of 1969 has made it as easy as possible to legalize a foreign wedding certificate for Russian citizens. And citizens, it must be said, are increasingly taking advantage of the opportunities that have opened up.

So, organizing a wedding abroad begins, of course, with choosing the country of the ceremony: here it is necessary to find out preferences, focusing, first of all, on the nature of the holiday. And, of course, for the estimated budget of the gala trip.

Unlike regular travel, when organizing weddings, the paperwork becomes somewhat more complicated. This is natural, since the ceremony is official and involves the observance of certain legal formalities.

All countries where it is possible to officially get married are divided into several groups, which differ in the location of the ceremonies.

• The first group is European countries: Austria, Italy, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Greece and Cyprus. Here, ceremonies take place in ancient castles, palaces or municipalities, where kings used to get married, and now Hollywood stars.
• The USA stands apart from everyone else, where ceremonies are held in specialized wedding churches in Las Vegas.

The most attractive thing about weddings abroad is that, on the one hand, the ceremonies are held in national traditions, and on the other, the individual preferences of each couple are taken into account as much as possible. This allows you to always organize something truly memorable and amazing.

Unlike regular travel, when organizing weddings, the paperwork becomes somewhat more complicated. This is natural, since the ceremony is official and involves the observance of certain legal formalities.

First of all, in order to get married abroad, you need to prepare a number of documents. Depending on the country, their list varies, but, as a rule, these are the following documents: Russian passports, birth certificates, certificates of marital status and certificates of divorce, death of a spouse, change of surname (if these facts occurred).

In addition, after the newlyweds return to their historical homeland, in order to legalize their wedding certificate in Russia, they will need to contact the passport office at their place of registration to affix a “marriage” stamp to their Russian passports and change their surname. Legalization of a certificate or, in other words, the procedure for document recognition, depending on the country, can take from one day to six months.

Wedding tours abroad

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Romance of the moment

Turkish wedding dresses: Alisse NuerA

Wedding dresses of the Turkish brand Alyssa Nuera is the best brand in Turkey, which creates 12 collections of dresses annually, including autumn-winter, spring-summer and intermediate collections.

The brand was created in 1981 in Istanbul and began its development from one small store in the Osmanbey district. Now in Istanbul you can see how big this brand store is, which occupies a five-story building, and a number of its branches are located in Turkish cities such as Fethiye, Ankara, Samsun. And also in countries such as Saudi Arabia and Cyprus.

Today, the Alyssa Nuera brand has grown to such a scale that all Turkish shows of wedding collections cannot do without it. At world wedding fashion shows, Turkish wedding dresses are presented by this brand.

Alyssa Nuera dresses are appreciated for their high quality fabrics, handmade work and fashionable style. In addition to dresses, the brand is known for its wedding accessories - tiaras, which are clearly presented in the collections of wedding dresses and elegantly complement their image and style.

Wedding in France

We all know about the most romantic country in the world. Every second couple dreams of getting married and spending their honeymoon in Paris. Therefore, choose a ceremony in France and you won’t go wrong. In addition to Paris itself, they offer a lot of resorts and picturesque cities where they will be happy to help you start a family. You can get married in a hotel park, in a medieval castle, on the terrace under the Eiffel Tower, on the banks of the Seine and dozens of other variations.

What is included in the standard ceremony package:

• overnight at a hotel;
• rental of a wedding venue;
• bouquet and boutonniere;
• champagne and cake;
• snacks;
• photographer.

Additionally, the services of a stylist and translator are provided, transport is rented, excursions and other entertainment programs are organized.

Registering a marriage abroad is not only an opportunity to try something new. You can combine marriage and honeymoon, opening a new chapter of life together against the backdrop of a Mediterranean sunset. And, in the end, making your dream come true, fortunately, is not at all difficult to do now. And even if the official marriage is concluded in the registry office of Ukraine, you always have a chance to create your own personal fairy tale somewhere on the islands or in a European kingdom.

Dowry and future home

After getting engaged, exciting trips to the shops and markets begin, beloved by many girls. Collecting a decent dowry is no joke. The dowry brought by the bride must be worthy and full. There is a clear definition. The groom must provide his future family with housing, at least a very good rental for a long time. Most still struggle, but buy their own home. For this reason, the average age of the groom is 28-30 years.

They try to marry off girls from 17 to 23 years old. It is logical that a young man who has barely completed his studies cannot offer a decent level of material well-being and confidence in the future. Therefore, first a man must study, then serve in the army, and only then, when he gets firmly on his feet, he can start a family. So, from the groom - an apartment with furniture, and from the bride - everything else necessary to create comfort.

The collection of a dowry is taken very seriously and responsibly. No cheap sales - only the best and highest quality. Curtains, bed linen, all kinds of vases, dishes, etc. are chosen very carefully and for a long time. Based on the dowry, the future mother-in-law will also form her own opinion about her daughter-in-law. It is customary to show the dowry to all interested friends and relatives, which also encourages you to choose something that will take everyone’s breath away. The closest senior relatives, mother, sisters, and aunts, help choose textiles for the future nest.

When the dowry is collected, it is solemnly and pompously taken to the new apartment, and on the same day or the next day the bride, with the help of her mother and closest relatives, puts everything in its intended place. When the newlyweds move into the apartment, everything should be ready. The wedding is celebrated in a few days.

Wedding preparations

Dowries for girls begin to be collected almost from the moment of her birth. True, modernity has made adjustments to some traditions, and today you can buy completely ready-made chests with bed linen, towels, dishes and other necessary household items.

Before the wedding, the groom's family takes the bride shopping, where the young woman can choose whatever she likes: clothes, jewelry, shoes, everything necessary and even unnecessary for furnishing their future home, which a man must have at the time of marriage.

Even if the family is not particularly wealthy, the newlywed’s relatives still try to give the bride at least one or two gold bracelets. The future husband does not remain offended either; the family of the future wife also arranges shopping for him; among the things a man needs, it is also customary to buy him a high-quality wristwatch - one that will serve him all his life.

The groom buys the wedding dress; the bride cannot do this. A Turkish wedding usually takes place on Thursday, but starting on Monday preliminary actions take place, which can be considered preparation for the wedding or its beginning.

On Monday, the entire bride's dowry is solemnly and demonstratively transferred to the house of her future husband. On Tuesday, the girl tidies up her body and visits the Turkish bath (hamam). Her friends, relatives - anyone she wants to invite - can go with her to the ablution procedure.

The face should be covered with a red, embroidered veil. The henna for this ceremony is brought by the groom's relatives on a special silver tray with candles. When everything is ready, the future mother-in-law lays a roll of silk brought as a gift at her daughter-in-law’s feet. The bridesmaids walk around the women present with candles in their hands, and at this time the bride is sprinkled with money, which should symbolize wealth and financial stability in marriage.

The daughter-in-law approaches the groom's mother along the rolled silk and, showing her respect, kisses her hand and bows her head.

This is followed by food and songs. People eat mainly fruits, sweets and nuts on the night of henna, and the song performed by musicians or girlfriends is so sad and heartfelt that the bride begins to cry.

Sometimes the groom's initials may be hidden in the intricate script; if he fails to find them, he gives his wife a gift . Girlfriends' hands are also painted; this will help girls quickly arrange their family life. Drawings applied with henna appear gradually and will become brightest just in time for the wedding. Henna night is celebrated until the morning, and all this time the bride should not leave her friends. Such a ritual occurs only once in a woman’s life, which gives it special meaning and value.

Traditionally, the presence of men at this time was unacceptable, they had their own entertainment, but today sometimes henna night can end up combining the bachelor and bachelorette parties into one event.

Non-traditional wedding

Free-thinking Turks, who do not particularly adhere to religious dogma, prefer a liberal wedding. It differs from the traditional one in several ways.

Firstly, this is the number of guests. Here you are unlikely to see thousands of invitees; most likely, only the closest people (up to 200 people) will be present at the celebration. Guests are usually invited either to a wedding salon or to a restaurant in a large hotel.

Secondly, guests will be offered a full diet as a treat (various drinks, cold appetizers, main course, main course, cake), and most importantly, alcohol will be present at this holiday, which is unacceptable at a traditional Muslim wedding.

Thirdly, this is the bride's dress. In this case, the girl’s imagination will not be limited to a certain color and style. At a liberal wedding, the bride can choose any dress to her taste.

Both at a traditional and a liberal wedding, for Russian people who are not privy to the intricacies of Turkish customs, the presence of wreaths at the celebration may come as a shock. If it is customary for us to give them on a much less pleasant occasion, namely on the occasion of a funeral, then in Turkey wreaths of flowers are presented for any special event. On the occasion of a wedding, the ribbons will be bright, and on wreaths intended for funerals, black.

A notable event at a Turkish wedding is the removal of the cake. If there are a lot of invited guests, the cake is often made of plastic (or rather, its mock-up). The newlyweds only imitate cutting it. A small piece of the real thing is hidden in the artificial version of the treat. Young people publicly treat each other to it. The Turks explain this by saying that a shaped cake is very difficult to divide among an equal number of guests, so the real one is baked flat. And the artificial one is just a festive element of the gala evening.

A liberal wedding in Turkey, the photo that illustrates this event below, is not much different from the West.

Engagement

A civil marriage in Turkey is preceded by an event such as an engagement, which is the announcement of the mutual consent of the future spouses to legitimize the relationship. This fact imposes on them certain rights and obligations, namely:

• obligation to go through the marriage process. If one of the parties decides to refuse, the second may claim compensation for moral damages;
• obligation to be faithful.

An engagement can only be canceled if there are substantial grounds:

• at the conclusion of the marriage itself;
• death of one of the spouses;
• engagement to another person;
• as a result of obstacles (if it suddenly turns out that the newlyweds are related);
• in case of mutual agreement reached;
• if it turns out that the engagement was concluded by mistake or was the result of deception.

Breaking the engagement provides for the return of gifts made during this period, or monetary compensation if they are no longer available.

Sand ceremony

The sand ceremony came to us from sunny Hawaii. It will fit perfectly into the concept of a summer beach wedding, but it will also suit other themes and styles if you place the right accents and choose the color of the sand.

The essence of the ceremony is as follows: the bride and groom have vessels with sand of different colors in their hands, from which they fill a larger vessel, simultaneously pouring sand into it. The grains of sand mix, creating a bizarre multi-colored pattern.

This is the meaning of the ritual - now sand of different shades cannot be separated from each other, and the lives of lovers are intertwined together thanks to love. The bride and groom choose a beautiful vase or decorative bottle for the ceremony, or maybe even a glass photo frame into which you can pour sand. Subsequently, the vessel with sand is carefully stored in the home of a young family, becoming a decorative element with a beautiful history.

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The beginning of family life

The first wedding night is the final stage of wedding celebrations. In Muslim families, great importance is attached to the purity of the bride.

• An old-fashioned custom is still preserved in Turkish villages. Spouses who have spent the night together hang out the “virgin scarf” - the sheet on which they slept - for public judgment. If there is no blood, the girl may well be returned back to her parents in disgrace.
• The groom's relatives visit the newlyweds after the wedding; the young wife must demonstrate all the dowry with which she came to the family. This custom is especially strong on the Black Sea coast. The insufficient quantity and quality of things, according to the new relatives, is a reason for misunderstandings.

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Our main goal: to give as many couples as possible the opportunity to realize their cherished dream of a beautiful wedding ceremony on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. Our capabilities allow us to make wedding ceremonies in Turkey even more affordable for you on a budget.

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A wedding in Turkey is a fairy tale that is now easily possible!

Wedding in Turkey.

Turkey is a favorite resort country for Russians, so the desire to organize a wedding ceremony almost in their own environment is completely justified. Sun, magical nature, sea, palm trees, friendly people, luxury hotels - there is everything here to organize the main day in the life of a future family.

We organize a wedding in Turkey, focusing on your wishes regarding cost and program. For example, Oludeniz is considered the most “wedding” city - about 1,000 couples a year start families here. No less popular is the ceremony on the seashore in Cesme: this place is imbued with the spirit of antiquity. History buffs can also go to the many faces of Istanbul.

You can fly to Turkey at absolutely any time of the year. In summer, newlyweds will be able to soak up the warmth of the sea, and in winter, get an adrenaline rush at modern ski resorts. This country always has wonderful weather: the sun shines 10 months a year.

The wedding day flies by like a gust of wind, leaving only sweet bliss and pleasant memories. A professional photographer will help you capture the most touching moments of your wedding in Turkey (prices for his services are not included in the tour price). You will receive original photographs that you will be happy to show to your children and grandchildren.

“All-Russian operator of honeymoon trips and family vacations” has been organizing unforgettable celebrations around the world for more than 7 years. We have made more than 3,000 couples in love happy and are ready to offer an individual solution for your couple.

To conduct a wedding ceremony in Turkey, the following documents are required:

• passports of citizens of the Russian Federation;
• foreign passports;
• birth certificates;
• divorce certificate (if there was one);
• death certificate of the spouse (for widows/widowers);
• parental consent if one of the spouses is under 18 years of age.

This is interesting! Turkish wedding traditions:

• The newlyweds wear wedding rings tied with a red thread, which is cut after the guests express their wishes.
• Before the start of the feast, it is customary to give gold to the newlyweds.
• The tradition of bride kidnapping is widespread in Turkey.

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Marry a Turk

Turkish men are very courteous and colorful in appearance. As a rule, they stand on their own feet and know how to provide for their family. Ladies who have found love and are going to marry a Turkish man should take into account several important points.

• The spouse should dress extremely modestly when leaving the house. On the contrary, home clothes are elegant and emphasize all feminine virtues.
• No strangers - this is a strict prohibition, even if it is an old friend.
• The will of the mother-in-law in the house is the law for the daughter-in-law. And the husband’s word is decisive and cannot be appealed. But this does not mean that the spouse cannot be persuaded. A wise wife is quite capable of directing a man’s thoughts in the direction she wants without scandals.
• You will most likely have to give up your job. There are few work opportunities for women in Turkey, and a married woman working is something out of the norm. Although, recently Turkish ladies have achieved some changes in relaxations
• The Muslim faith does not allow a wife to deny her husband intimacy. Likewise, you should not take the initiative or behave uninhibitedly.

If these differences in family and cultural life do not frighten you, and your feelings are strong, advice and love, as they say!

Wedding celebrations in Turkey retain all the charm of their uniqueness. Alien values ​​bursting into the life of this large country have not yet crippled its national flavor. To attend a traditional Turkish wedding means to plunge into the unique culture of this people.

Bride selection and engagement

For Turkish women, the best age for marriage is considered to be 17-23 years old. During these years, parents of young girls are prepared for the fact that matchmakers may visit them at any moment. That's why they always keep their ear to the wind. As soon as the relatives of a young girl find out that there is a guy who wants to marry their daughter, they immediately quickly collect all the information about him. At the same time, without causing increased interest in this candidate.

The custom of matchmaking in Turkey is no different from any other culture. Matchmakers are sent to the bride's house from the groom, who voice the desire of the handsome young man to marry their daughter. They talk beautifully about the merits and capabilities of the groom. If the decision is positive, an engagement date is set.

In terms of time, the period from engagement to wedding can last several years. Cohabitation between young people is not permissible, but there are exceptions. In this case, either marriage, or just meetings and walks. But this usually happens only in villages.

An engagement, or also called nishan, is legally binding under Turkish law and is equivalent to a promise to marry. The engagement can be terminated, but all gifts must be returned to each donor. In addition, if there are no compelling reasons for termination, the injured party could demand compensation for material expenses for preparation, as well as demand compensation for moral damage.

Turkish couples celebrate their engagement in different ways. There are no strict rules for this, so it is celebrated depending on the financial capabilities of the parties getting married. As a rule, the bride price does not occur. All gifts for the bride await her in the process of preparing for the wedding. During Nishan, the date of the wedding ceremony is always chosen, and all the nuances of the holiday are discussed.

The engagement ceremony is conducted by a visiting mullah. A prerequisite for the ceremony is the exchange of wedding rings, which the engaged people first put on the ring fingers of their right hand. And after the official registration of the marriage, the newlyweds will change the rings to the ring fingers of their left hand.

It's always the man who buys gold wedding rings. Before the engagement ceremony, the rings are tied with a red ribbon. During the nishan process itself, the eldest male relative cuts the ribbon and places the rings on the future spouses. The mullah reads a prayer to cement the wishes of the young people, and then it is time for congratulations and wishes from the relatives present.

Henna night

Before the wedding in Turkey, one of the most interesting and spectacular rituals is organized for the bride - “Henna Night” , or “Kina Gecesi” . To some extent, this is a bachelorette party in an oriental style, only with a deeper meaning.

In the old days, on Tuesday, the bride went to the hammam, a Turkish bath, and on Wednesday evening, “Henna Night” awaited her, which symbolized parting with her father’s house. For many girls then it was a sad evening, because complete uncertainty lay ahead; at best, they could see the groom once, without imagining what kind of person he was and what kind of life together awaited her with him. The brides cried quite sincerely, and a chorus of friends joined them.

True, even now girls often cannot resist tears, under the influence of music and a slightly mysterious atmosphere, which is skillfully supported by more experienced women organizing this evening.

The bride's dress, the “bindalli,” deserves special attention at Henna Night. This is a luxurious dress, richly decorated with embroidery, most often red or burgundy, made from expensive fabrics. Depending on the traditions of the region, the dress may include certain patterns and ornaments. Often such a dress becomes a family heirloom and is passed down from generation to generation.

The bride's face is hidden by a red veil decorated with sequins and beads. It turns out that the bride can see everything that is happening around, but those around her cannot see the bride. It is in this form that the bride appears before the gathered guests; sometimes she may have candles in her hands. The girls begin to sing folk songs, with candles in their hands they move in a circle, going around the guests.

The future mother-in-law becomes one of the main characters of the evening. In front of the bride, she rolls out a roll of silk fabric as a gift, along which the girl walks, approaching the groom's mother. Sometimes this may be their first close encounter. At this time, guests shower the girl with coins - as a symbol of fertility and prosperity. Coming closer, the bride bowed respectfully before her mother-in-law, kissed her hand and then applied it to her forehead. This is how they usually greet and show respect to elders in Turkey.

The bride is seated in the place of honor in the center of the hall; this can be a beautiful chair, like a throne, or huge pillows. Any girl can feel like a real oriental princess from the fairy tale “1001 Nights”.

After this, trays with sweets, tea and coffee are brought out to the guests so that the holiday does not go dry. These can be fruits, nuts, cakes, traditional Turkish sweets such as Turkish delight and baklava. And at this time the main ritual of the evening takes place. The girls continue to sing sad songs, to which the bride under her red veil grieves. The mother-in-law approaches the girl and asks her to open her palms. According to the rules of the “game,” the bride opens her palms only when the mother-in-law and other relatives of the groom are ready to put gold coins on her palms or put on gold bracelets. Dry henna with burning candles is immediately brought into the hall on a tray. This symbolizes a kindled heart, in which, like fire, love for the future husband was kindled. After all, before, a girl might not have any feelings for her groom at all, and it was believed that this ritual helped to melt a girl’s heart.

The girl's palms and feet were painted with henna. This is an entire art called “mehendi”, which has its origins either in ancient India or in ancient Egypt. This tradition was successfully adopted by the Turks, preserving it from generation to generation.

The “artist” had to be not only the most skilled woman, but also the one who was still happily married and whose parents were still alive. It was she who began to cast a spell on the bride, slowly spreading henna with water, creating interesting ornaments and patterns. Among the ornate design, it was necessary to “hide” the groom’s initials. A kind of surprise and another test. If the groom could not find the first letters of his name, then he was obliged to present the bride with a good gift. As a compensation. After the dyeing ritual is completed, the girls put red mittens on their hands so as not to spoil the pattern. The main action of the Night of Henna is over. The bachelorette party continues with songs, sweets and conversations, and sometimes can drag on until late at night.

Now, of course, the art of “mehendi” can be simplified to the usual coloring of the fingertips, palms and feet without any frills. But, I must admit, real “mehendi” looks fascinating and beautiful. But at the same time, the use of henna also has a sacred meaning. Since ancient times, henna has been considered not only a natural coloring agent, but also a cure for many diseases, a talisman, a symbol of good luck and prosperity. By the way, henna was also applied to the palms of a young man who was going into the army to protect him from death.

During Henna Night, taking advantage of the moment, unmarried friends could also apply henna to their hands, believing that this would also help them get married. Sometimes small elegant bags of henna are prepared for guests as a gift - to take home as a souvenir.

Henna Night in Turkey is still an important part of wedding rituals, although in modern cities and families it can take place in more free formats. For example, a separate room can be rented for a holiday; the presence of the groom and his friends is quite acceptable and desirable, although this erases the original meaning of this exclusively female ritual. For many, this is just another reason to have fun, and not be sad about their single youth and their father’s house, brightening up the fun with champagne and cocktails. But in any case, the red veil and henna remain obligatory attributes of this Turkish tradition, rooted far into the past.

Newlyweds' outfits

To make your wedding look Turkish from start to finish, you can wear traditional wedding attire. It is worth noting that brides from Russia rarely replace a white fluffy dress with an embroidered robe. However, consider options for women's national costumes decorated with coins, fringe, and beads.

The bride's dress is not always white. Burgundy, blue, orange colors are allowed. Much more attention is paid to the cost of matter. Until marriage, a girl's hair must be covered with a scarf.

And yet, by entrusting the organization of your wedding to specialists in their field, you can ask them to choose a wedding dress of incredible beauty for you.

Many centuries ago, under tight trousers, the groom wore an embroidered robe with long sleeves and a block with pendants to the celebration. Today, young people prefer versatile formal suits.

Akay

Akay is a brand that sells not only Turkish wedding dresses, but also evening, cocktail and bridesmaid dresses. A special feature of this brand is the creation of not only collectible designer dresses, but also tailoring to individual orders.

The brand belongs to the Akai family. It was created in the city of Samsun in 1976 as a sewing workshop, and then moved to Istanbul where their first store was opened. Currently, the Akay brand has 4 stores in Istanbul and one store each in Ankara and Izmir.

Akai wedding dresses are perfect for brides who prefer quality and classic style.

Recently, the Akai brand has begun to care about the environment and donates part of its income to charity, namely to planting new trees.

Rose ceremony

It’s not for nothing that in the popular show about love, the bachelor gives the girls a red rose as a sign of his sympathy. A scarlet rose has long been considered a symbol of love, and by giving such a rose to a girl, a man confesses his feelings to her in the language of flowers.

Having chosen a rose ceremony for their wedding, the couple exchange flowers as the first gift to their beloved husband/wife. Afterwards, if you wish, you can give the rose to your significant other’s mother as a sign of gratitude for the birth of your loved one. You can plant these roses in your garden or even embalm them using a special technology and leave them at home for many years.

You can continue this tradition by giving each other red roses every anniversary (you can according to the number of years you have lived in marriage). And a red rose is a wonderful way to apologize after a quarrel and remind your loved one of your feelings and the day when you became a family.

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Symbolic wedding ceremonies abroad

For couples who want to refresh their feelings or celebrate their wedding anniversary, symbolic ceremonies are organized, that is, ceremonies that do not have any documentary evidence, but simply allow the spouses to relive their wedding day. However, in most cases, the “weds” receive a decorative certificate, usually made very impressively: in Europe it can be stylized as ancient parchment, and somewhere in the Maldives it can be highly artistically executed on a palm leaf.

Since symbolic ceremonies do not carry any “legal burden,” they can be organized in almost any corner of the world, and done as people please. There are countless options for holding such ceremonies - from ceremonies in the air or under water to traditional Buddhist wedding rituals. Unlike official ceremonies, here the flight of fantasy is limited only by the financial capabilities of the couple.

Ideas for an extreme wedding ceremony

A wedding on a mountain or under water, at height or in zero gravity requires a thorough medical examination, as well as certain skills. Unless you are a professional diver, mountaineer, or base jumper, the ceremony sites listed above may not be suitable for you. But if you still want to have an unforgettable reception and get a little adrenaline rush, we will offer you interesting and less dangerous ideas for the wedding ceremony.

Wedding with animals

Now we are not talking about beloved pets, but about real wild animals. This kind of wedding is a little extreme in that the animal can eat your bouquet or stain your suit, nothing more.

But unforgettable emotions and beautiful photos are guaranteed to you! Important: choose relatively friendly animals, such as penguins or dolphins

Wedding on rollerblades or bicycles

Moving on such a “transport” during a walk or photo shoot is one thing, but try holding the wedding ceremony itself while moving! How it will go depends on the skills of the newlyweds and who will play the role of registrar

It’s just important to put on protection for your arms and legs, as well as a bicycle helmet, in advance. By the way, such weddings were first held in the “bicycle country” - the Netherlands, and then spread throughout the world

Balloon wedding

This is a great idea for evening painting: space, gorgeous views and the setting sun - it couldn’t be more romantic. In addition, your closest people, as well as the registrar, can ascend to the ball with you - this version of the ceremony is quite safe.

The team of the portal www.svadebka.ws told you about the most extreme weddings, and also provided ideas on how and where to hold a wedding ceremony that will bring many “sharp” emotions. We hope our article will help you get vivid impressions and an unforgettable experience.

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