Wedding Traditions
…Something Borrowed, Something Blue
That age-old tradition of incorporating “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” has been followed to the letter by even the most modern bride, if not for superstitious reasons then perhaps for more sentimental ones. But those who want to question the circumstances that made this old poem almost a bridal Gospel truth before making it a wedding must-do might just be a tad surprised at its Victorian historical background. For one thing, the actual poem went thusly:
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Traditional Accessories To Accent the Bridal Outfit
One of the more popular wedding traditions has something to do with the bride’s accessories on the wedding day. You’re familiar with this one; in fact, who isn’t? This custom is known more than the poem from which it originated: “Something old, something new; something borrowed, something blue; and a silver sixpence in her shoe.” Whether you have a knack for observing tradition, or you think you can entirely do away with it, you nevertheless can’t resist the charm of this one. This tradition is chock full of pleasant symbolisms, and it wouldn’t hurt if you build your bridal outfit around it on your own big day.
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Essential Tips for Making a Memorable Wedding Toast
Right before the reception meal, wine glasses are usually tapped with spoons, and raised in recognition of a person who would like to share a snippet of advice or a tribute speech for the newlywed couple. Wedding toasts have become a necessary tradition, since it is believed to put the couple on the right track towards a meaningful life together. The person who shares the toast usually relies on a quick anecdote, or a funny story which involves the couple. The speaker should keep in mind that the speech serves more of a transition device towards the meal than anything else, so a couple of guidelines should be considered in order to usher in a pleasant dinner, and avoid upset appetites. [read this article]
Wedding Traditions as Romantic as Marriage Itself
Oftentimes in a wedding you’ll see certain rituals and you’d wonder where they came from and what they were intended for. Well, guess what, the origins of these traditions are as romantic as the act of tying the knot itself. Some traditions have started with, or adapted on hundreds of years’ worth of practice and habit. They may be performed in order to bless the couple with good fortune, or as a means for the couple to symbolically declare their commitment to each other. The following are wedding traditions with one recurring theme: that of enduring unity, bliss and blessing. [read this article]
