10 Major Wedding Planning Myths, Debunked

Getting married is one of the ultimate rites of passage. Weddings are a symbol of love, hope, devotion, sacrifice, and the future — not just for us, the bride and groom, but also to our family, friends and community. And with them comes a host of expectations (just take a look at these wedding complaints I’ve heard). Sometimes these perceptions are so deeply engrained that we don’t even realize they’re there.

I’m three months shy of getting married (!) and it’s only now, at the tail end of my engagement, that I’m able to see how certain myths have shaped my wedding-planning process for better (and for worse). Where did these crazy ideas come from? My fiancé, Jason, blames the crappy reality TV that I watch and my love of fairytales as a kid, but I think it runs deeper than that: Myths are also formed from cultural beliefs and stories that are passed down to us on a personal level. BG brides, what would you add to the list below?

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40+ Ideas for Your Wedding-Day Jewelry

Complete your bridal ensemble with gorgeous earrings, a statement necklace, or a sweet bracelet. Here, get beautiful ideas for every wedding style.

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    Cubic zirconia drop earrings by Andrew Prince.

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    Gold-plated bangle by Swarovski.

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    Enamel bangle by Sequin-NYC.

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    Rhinestone bangle by Lulu’s.

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    Bracelet

    Statement bracelet made with cubic zirconia and crystals in a modern rose gold tone by David Tutera Embellish.

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    Bracelet

    Elegant bracelet with oval and round cubic zirconia stones framed by a fine pavé design by David Tutera Embellish

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    Bracelet

    Pearl pendent bracelet by Carolee.

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    Earrings

    Rose gold heart earrings by Swarovski.

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    Crystal rose studs by Suz Somersall.

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    Earrings

    Floral pavé earrings by Mindy Weiss.

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    Ribbon earrings by Max & Chloe.

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    Earrings

    Gold flower earrings by Marchesa.

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    Gold and pearl drop earrings by Lisa Black.

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    Pearl earrings by Kate Spade New York.

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    Floral earrings by Jupiter Jewelry

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    Earrings

    Star and pearl earrings by Jewelry Storm.

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    Earrings

    Pavé heart diamond earrings by Harry Kotlar.

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    Earrings

    White gold and diamond drop earrings by Gabriel & Co.

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    Turquoise earrings by Finn Jewelry.

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    Drop earrings by Emitations

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    Delicate drop earrings with pear and marquise shaped cubic zirconia stones by David Tutera Embellsh

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    Earrings

    Open scroll design crystal earrings with a pear shaped cubic zirconia drop by David Tutera Embellish.

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    Earrings

    Seafoam studs by Charm & Chain.

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    Seed pearl chain necklace by Vincent Peach.

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    Necklace

    Gold fringe necklace by T+J Designs.

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    Crystal necklace by T+J Designs

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    Necklace

    Crystal Necklace by T+J Designs.

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    Necklace

    White sapphire and pearl necklace by Simply Vera Vera Wang.

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    Custom wedding locket by Origami Owl.

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    Necklace

    Diamond necklace by Norman Silverman.

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    Necklace

    Multi-strand pearl necklace by Humble Chic.

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    Necklace

    Starfish pendant by Helen Ficalora.

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    Necklace

    Statement necklace made with glass pearls and crystals by David Tutera Embellish.

    Photo courtesy of Mon Cheri Bridals

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    Necklace

    Feminine floral necklace with glass pearls and crystals in an antique gold tone by David Tutera Embellish

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    Necklace

    Crystal necklace by Chloe + Isabel.

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    Necklace

    72” pearl necklace by Carolee.

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    Gold and diamond "coral" earrings by Tiffany Chou.

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    Earrings

    Diamond earrings by Madyha Farooqui.

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    Necklace

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    Bracelet

    Crystal bracelet by Mindy Weiss Jewelry.

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    Morganite earrings by Royal Jewelry.

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    Earrings

    Citine floral stud earrings by Gemvara.

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    Necklace

    Crystal pendant necklace by Swarovski.

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    Necklace

    Necklace by Daisy London.

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    Earrings by Turner & Tatler.

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    Necklace

    Crystal necklace by Ben-Amun.

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    Earrings

    Bow earrings by Berricle.

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    Diamond drop earrings by Brilliant Earth.

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