Unity Candles

A wedding represents the combining of two lives and hearts into one. It signifies the blending of a pair of unique personalities. That's why unity candles have become such an integral part of modern-day wedding ceremonies.

The concept of lighting unity candles during a wedding ceremony became popular in the early 1970s when brides and grooms decided to celebrate this unique blending with the lighting of one candle from two. Some brides and grooms blow out the two candles after lighting the center one; others leave them lit to signify the fact that their own individual personalities still shine brightly.

Unity candles appear in nearly every type of ceremony - including both church services and civil ceremonies. Choosing personalized unity candles that fit the personality of the soon-to-be newlyweds can be just as important as choosing other wedding items.

Such candles come in various sizes and styles and more unique ones have evolved over the years. Some couples choose traditional white personalized unity candles while others choose eternity oil candles. Stands are available to hold just the unity candle or both the main candle and the two smaller candles on either side.

Some personalized unity candles are very ornately inscribed with the names of the bride and groom, the date of the wedding, possibly a scripture verse, and perhaps a design. Silver or gold-colored inscriptions are quite popular and add a touch of formality to the altar area or wherever the candle is placed for the ceremony. Unity candles can be purchased pre-printed or can be customized with the personalization of one's choice.

Regardless of which style you choose, remember that the unity candle is something you can treasure for years to come and which can be displayed in your home or stored in your keepsake box for many years.