In terms of wedding traditions, the lighting of the unity candle has a very short history, dating back to sometime in the post-World War II era. Although the wedding unity candle lighting ceremony hasn't been around too long in the greater scheme of things, the practice is now widespread in nuptials throughout modern America. This part of the wedding ceremony is usually performed to symbolize the joining together of two people and their families.

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The wedding unity candle set is made up of a large pillar candle flanked by two narrow, tapered candles. Usually the candles are white, though some couples choose ivory or another nontraditional color. The lighting ceremony often starts with the bride's and groom's mothers lighting the tapered candles; later, the couple uses these to light the large pillar. In variations of the lighting, the bride and groom either extinguish the tapered candles to represent the fact that their lives are now joined, or leave them burning as a symbol of their individuality.

Show your own individuality with a unique unity candle and tapers from Jessica's Wedding. Our selection includes a Jessica's Wedding exclusive, the sweet "Two Hearts Become One" unity candle. Match it up with tapers and heart-themed holders, and this will look lovely at any altar. It is also a popular practice among many young couples to customize the unity candle set. Some personalize it with an engraved heart with the bride and groom names and wedding date or satin ribbons to match the wedding day colors. If you wish to personalize your own candle, it comes to you at no charge from JessicasWedding.com.

Simply use the photo or product name to navigate to the product description/ordering page for our exclusive Personalized Unity Candle and let us know what ribbon color you want (there are 14 colors to choose from) and what setting and candle color you'd like (White or Ivory candles and Silvertone or Goldtone settings), and then type your first names and wedding date into the Engraving box. A few more mouse clicks, and you're well on your way to a spectacular ceremony!

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