Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a silver sixpence in her shoe. While the modern superstition either changes the sixpence to a penny, or leaves it out all together, it’s one of the most common superstitions known to brides. What does it all mean? Something old was meant to provide protection for […]
A wedding ceremony is more than just saying, “I do” and exchanging vows. There are different traditions that can be incorporated into your ceremony. As a country of multiculturalism, couples can incorporate traditions and religious customs into their ceremony. Here are some traditions and customs to consider. Jumping Over a Broom We believe this a […]
When you’re planning a wedding, you might run into some odd traditions. If you ask about them, you’re likely to be told that they’re traditional. Most of these wedding traditions had a practical purpose at one point; frequently, they were for the bride’s safety! Matching Bridesmaids When choosing bridesmaids’ dresses, you’ll probably see the advice […]
Food is a big part of all of our celebrations, and weddings are no different! One of the things you’ll have to consider as you plan your wedding is what sort of food and other refreshments you want to serve. Have you wondered why certain foods and drinks are popular at wedding receptions? Let’s dig […]
Some wedding customs, like the habit of having a bridal party or carrying the bride over the threshold, have existed for centuries and are still going strong today. But with so many wedding customs throughout history and various cultures, it’s not hard to believe that some have slipped through the cracks over the years. We’ve […]
Not every wedding is the same, but every wedding has one thing in common: tradition. More than just a song in a popular musical, tradition is considered sacred among many and is held to the most specific detail in many weddings. Do you ever wonder where some traditions originated and why they’re such important parts […]
Following on from our Wedding Traditions From Around The World; we’re going to take a closer look at some wedding traditions practiced by our neighboring countries. Just south of the border lies Mexico, a distinct country with a strong and unique culture. Approximately 558 thousand Mexican couples get married each year in a mix of secular and […]
Here in America we have our own set of customs and traditions for Weddings. Some we forsake and some we stick to, but in other parts of the world they have an entirely different system! From the bride tossing her bouquet to her friends in America, to the whale’s tooth given to the father-in-law in Fiji […]
