1. Something Old, Something New...
The actual saying goes like this:
Something old, Something new,
Something borrowed, Something blue,
And a silver sixpence in her shoe
This popular rhyme originated during the Victorian Age. Something old represents a linking to the Bride’s family and her past. Something new is for good fortune in the Bride's new life. Something borrowed is a token from a happily married family member or a friend. Something blue symbolizes faithfulness and loyalty. A silver sixpence in her shoe is a blessing for wealth. There are many ways to represent the something old, something new, something borrowed something blue tradition.
2. Wedding Flowers...
Before the bridal bouquet, women carried herbs which were believed to ward off evil spirits. As time passed, the herbs were replaced with wild flowers which symbolized fertility and everlasting love. Depending on the flower and culture, flowers have different meanings, but I think that we can all agree that they are beautiful and add a wonderful touch to any wedding.
3. The Bachelor Party...
The Bachelor Party which used to let be known as a Bachelor Dinner or a Stag Party, began in the 5th century in Sparta. In those days, military comrades would get together and eat, drink, and be merry in honor of their friend’s upcoming nuptials. Due to the popularity of this tradition and the often times late night, it is recommended that the Bachelor Party, nor the Bachelorette Party be held the night before the wedding.
4. The Wedding Dress...
Long ago, in the 18th century, poor Bride's wore simple robes. This dress let the future husband know that they were bringing nothing with them into the marriage; they were not burdening their Groom with debt. Queen Victoria in 1840 began the trend of the pure white gown worn by the Bride for weddings. Imagine the low cost of the Bridal attire for weddings in the beginning!
I hope that you found these as interesting as I did!
Happy Planning!
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