Two mandatory items for the wedding sacrament are:

Stefana (Wedding Crowns): These are placed on the heads of the bride and groom during the ceremony to symbolize their unity.
Lambades (Wedding Candles): Two decorated candles are held by the bride and groom, symbolizing the light of Christ guiding their new life together. These can be simple or decorated to match the couple's preferences or the wedding's theme.
Wedding Rings: Rings for the bride and groom, blessed by the priest, are exchanged as symbols of the couple's eternal commitment and devotion to each other. Rings are traditionally worn on the right hand in Orthodox tradition.

Optional items for the wedding include:

Wedding Tray: This tray is typically given as a gift to the wedded couple and may be used during the ceremony to hold crowns, rings and other sacramental items. Families may prepare the trays with koufeta or kerasmata as a symbol of the couple's hope for a sweet and blessed life together.
Common Cup: The couple shares a cup of blessed wine, representing their shared life and the miracle at Cana. Each sips from it, symbolizing unity.

NOTE: In the United States, the common cup is usually provided by the church. If your wedding is in an Orthodox church outside the U.S., ask the priest what items the koumbaro/koumbara should bring for the ceremony.

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