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When
Traditional Mexican wedding takes place in the evening around 9 p.m
Attire
The bride might don a brightly colored Flamenco-style dress with ruffles at the hem, while the groom gets off easy. Rather than sweating in a tux, he’ll most likely wear a guayabera. This light, short-sleeved shirt is not only perfect for tropical temperatures but is also a Latin symbol of masculine elegance. Some grooms may even take this to the next level and dress like a matador.
Activities
During the ceremony the groom offers his bride 13 gold coins, called arras, which stand for Christ and his. Following the vows, the priest wraps a lasso, a large rosary or a band of flowers in a figure eight around the couple to symbolize their eternal unity.
Food
Traditional Mexican food -spicy rice, beans, and tortillas are typical at a traditional Mexican wedding. Remember to save space for the wedding cake. Traditional cakes are made with nuts and dried fruit which are soaked in enough rum to get everyone slurring during their toasts.
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Music
As the bride and groom dance the guests will gather around in the shape of a heart. Then things can get a little sexy.
The couple forms an arch with their upheld arms and single women dancing la vibora (the snake dance) pass through until the couple catches one of them. Then it’s the single guys turn – they dance until one gets caught and lays claim to the bride’s garter belt. You know what happens from there.
Perk
Bridal servants called madrinas (godmothers) are at your beck and call, making the plans and arranging bouquets, so you don’t need to lift a finger
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