Mexico is a predominantly Christian country. As such, Mexicans believe that marriage should be sacred. Love and marriage is a gift that should not be taken for granted. It should only be entered into by couples who truly love each other. This gives us the impression that Mexicans take marriage seriously. They donât just marry because they want to but because they are genuinely in love.
So, if youâre in love with a Mexican woman right now and considering marriage, you first need to know about Mexicoâs marriage culture. Letâs start with their wedding traditions.
Most, if not all, Mexicans still practice the following wedding rituals and traditions:
Christian weddings are often held in a Catholic church. In the ceremony, the priest will officiate at the wedding, supervise the exchange of rings and vows, and bless the couple. The wedding lasts about an hour and is conducted in either English or Spanish, depending on the family or coupleâs preference.
Weddings are important events for Mexicans, so most of their families and friends usually attend, with crowds exceeding 200 people. Mexican weddings are also treated as family reunions, so expect that it will be a grand celebration.
The padrinos and madrinas are the wedding sponsors. They are godparents with years of experience in marriage. They offer gifts and provide guidance to the couple whenever they need words of wisdom relating to their marriage.
They are typically handpicked by the bride and groom, so be sure that the ones you choose are the people that are close to you and your partner and who have years of experience living as a married couple.
On the other hand, you can have multiple padrinos and madrinas. Thereâs no limit as to how many can be included, but typically, two to four sets are ideal.
El lazo, or the wedding lasso is a sign of unity performed by the couples after the exchange of vows. The padrinos and madrinas will place the lasso over the coupleâs shoulders during the prayer. This symbolizes a new beginning as the couple becomes one in the eyes of the Lord.
The lasso could be anything, but it is typically a large rosary, silk, or flower garland. If you want something unique, you can have it customized or handmade from your chosen wedding shop.
In Mexican marriage culture, the las arras matrimoniales or the thirteen gold coins placed in an ornate gold box are often gifted from the padrinos and madrinas during the wedding.
Following the blessing and exchange of rings, the priest will bless the wedding coins, then the groom will give them to the bride as a symbol of his commitment to provide for their family and share all his treasure with the bride.
The ring exchange symbolizes the vows and promises that you and your partner exchange. It is a reminder about your promise and commitment to love and honor your partner no matter the challenges and problems you face.
Mariachis are bands that sing religious songs and hymns during the wedding ceremony. The La Callejoneada or the parade after the ceremony is also led by the mariachis who play lively Mexican music while the bride and groom, along with the guest, dance to the beat of the music. At the reception, the mariachis will continue their lively tune to get the whole guests to dance at the reception.
In the traditional Mexican wedding reception, youâll see guests dancing to mariachi music and eating delectable cuisines.
The Vibora de la Mar or the sea snake dance will then be performed by the bride and groom. Standing on opposite chairs, the couple will stand and join hands to create an arch. Then, the guests will pass through while dancing.
Sometimes, there will also be a money dance where the guests will âpayâ to dance with the bride or groom and pin the money into their clothes. This is a special time to have a one-on-one with the newlyweds and extend best wishes to them.
El muertito or the tossing of the groom happens during the reception where the male guests will throw the groom into the air.
It represents the end of his singleness and the beginning of his new life as a married man. Male guests will also undress the groom by removing his shoes and socks, which will be collected by the bride and help him to dress again.
This is one of the most anticipated parts of the reception. The bride will toss the bouquet and the single ladies on her back will try to catch it. The one who catches it is said to get married next.
The tornaboda or the after party is an optional tradition but most Mexican weddings still practice it. The party is exclusively reversed only to family and close friends of the bride and groom. They will have a small gathering, have some booze, and stay up until 4 am.
Your wedding with a beautiful Mexican woman wonât be as amazing if the venue is not perfect. Here are some of the best wedding venues in Mexico City.
Hacienda Vista Hermosa
This venue is ideal for either an intimate or grand wedding celebration. It can accommodate from 30 to 600 people in different seating arrangements. Youâll find this place in Cuernavaca, Mexico. If you want an exclusive Mexican wedding, this is the place to go.
Proyecto Publico Prim
This is a historic site whose architectural designs reflect the beauty and culture of Mexico. It is well-known for hosting fashion runways, workshops, and showrooms.
You can rent out three different spaces with varying prices and sizes. Regardless, each space can hold more than 100 people, so you can host a grant wedding here.
San Hipolito Ex Convento
If you want to have a fairytale wedding, this colonial monument built in the 16th century is the perfect place to host it. It is conveniently located in the heart of Mexico City. It has a courtyard space with two levels that can accommodate 300 to 600 guests.
The place offers transportation to the venue, catering, photo and video services, decoration and production, as well as a personal assistant to make planning less hassle.
Remember, a wedding is a romantic and unforgettable event. It brings families and friends together. Hence, many people exert a lot of effort to make it successful.
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