What is Consultation? What is Calligraphy? A Study of Terms Often Heard During Wedding Preparations, But Not Well Understood*

2019.03.24 published

There are quite a few words that are hard to understand.

When preparing for a wedding, aren’t there many words that you don’t understand?

Since there are various specialized terms that are not used in daily life, you might often find yourself confused at the early stages of wedding preparation, wondering, "What does this mean??"

Therefore, in this article, we will introduce words that you should know while preparing for your wedding!

@shococo.wd

Difficult Wedding Terminology ① Consultation

Have you ever come across the word "consultation" in the posts of brides on Instagram?

A consultation is a large bridal fair that can only be attended by those who have decided to hold their wedding at a specific venue and have signed a contract.

Companies that offer items such as favors, paper goods, videos, floral arrangements, and small gifts gather in one place, providing displays of items and offering advice on coordination.*

Different wedding venues have various names for it, such as "contractor-exclusive fair," "comprehensive bridal fair," or "item fair," but the name consultation is commonly used by Aniversaire series wedding venues.

Just remember it as "an event where contract holders can participate, see items in person, and decide with explanations given" and you'll be fine.◎

@shococo.wd

Difficult Wedding Terminology ② Photoshooting

The term "photoshooting" is also not something we hear often, but it's a word you'll see during weddings.

Many people might be wondering... is it different from photo shooting??

"Shooting" means photo shooting in English. So, photoshooting is the same as photo shooting.

On the wedding day, there is time allotted for wedding photos before the ceremony and after the reception. This time is when we do the photoshooting ♡

@kana.u_u.7

Difficult Wedding Terminology ③ Welcome Party

You often hear about "welcome parties," but many people might not understand when they take place or what they entail...!

A welcome party is held between the ceremony and the reception. It's often held in a dedicated party space attached to the welcome space, garden, or reception venue.

The contents typically include:

☑ Providing welcome drinks and food

☑ Welcome speeches

☑ Photo shooting

☑ Bouquet toss

☑ Toast

These activities are commonly held.*

Let's remember it as "a simple party held between the ceremony and the reception."♩

@mas428_wed

Difficult Wedding Terminology ④ Rustic

"Rustic" is also an English word, meaning "simple" or "unadorned."

Unlike a girly and lovely taste, rustic weddings have subdued colors and use dried flowers to create a faded feel.

They often feature location photos taken in nature (locations like wilderness or the sea are popular) and have rustic-themed venue decorations and photo edits.*

@1020wedding

Difficult Wedding Terminology ⑤ Calligraphy

"Calligraphy." You might say, "I plan to have the invitations done in calligraphy!" but what does calligraphy actually mean?

Calligraphy refers to having someone else write the names on invitations and name cards. The person who performs this is called a "calligrapher."

If you have concerns that your handwriting isn't beautiful or you don't have time, it's a good idea to use this service for beautiful writing on invitations and name cards.◎

Difficult Wedding Terminology ⑥ Authentic

Don't you often hear the term "authentic"? It's a word that feels unfamiliar in daily life.

Authentic is an adjective in English meaning "genuine, reliable, true."

It refers to a traditional or orthodox image, which is the opposite of a casual and natural feel.

Difficult Wedding Terminology ⑦ Banquet

The term "banquet" initially makes you wonder, "What is that?" (I certainly did!)

Banquet typically refers to the "reception venue" in guest houses, specialized venues, or hotels, but its original meaning is a noun representing "feast," "banquet," or "celebration."

Therefore, to be precise, even a restaurant wedding can be referred to as a banquet, but the term "banquet" is most commonly associated with hotels or guest houses.

@ru.023411

Were there any unfamiliar terms?

We introduced some difficult terms used in weddings.*

☑ Consultation

☑ Photoshooting

☑ Welcome Party

☑ Rustic

☑ Calligraphy

☑ Authentic

☑ Banquet

Were there any unfamiliar terms?

Preparing for a wedding is filled with first-time experiences. Thus, many unfamiliar terms and words you don't usually hear will come up, but enjoy that as well; knowing new things can be exciting as you progress in your wedding preparations.♩

@ka1019wedding