The origin of most of our wedding traditions stem from superstitions,
and are handed down by folk lore. Because of this you will find various
legends of our most popular customs. Traditions vary from culture
to culture. Some are widely used in modern wedding ceremonies, while others
exist only within a certain race or culture. While we hope you will enjoy
the following legends and lore, if you are planning your wedding, we encourage
you to do things "your way." It's your special day and there are no iron-clad
rules.
Page 1 Proposals, The Engagement
Ring, The Engagement Party, The Dowry, Bridal Showers, Bachelor Party,
Love Tokens
Page 2 Ritual Bath, Bride's Dress,
Wedding Veil, Handkerchief, Trousseau, Something Old, Something New, Something
Borrowed, Something Blue, and a Silver Sixpence in Her Shoe
| Page 3 The Bridesmaids, Bestman,
Child Attendants
Page 4 Bridal Flowers, the Bride's
Bouquet
Page 5 Getting to the Church, Wedding
March, Bride on Groom's Left, Family Seating, Giving Away The Bride, White
Aisle Runner, Taking Each Other's Right Hand, Groom Gives First Vows, The
Wedding Ring, Wedding Kiss, Unity Candle, Arch Of Swords Following Ceremony
Page 6 The Wedding Cake, Toasting |
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Page 7 Throwing The Garter, Tossing
The Bridal Bouquet, Loud Noise, Throwing Rice, Old Shoes
Page 8 Good Fortune, Carrying The
Bride Across The Threshold
Page 9 Four Legends of The Origin
of The Honeymoon
Page 10 Tying The Knot, Jumping
The Broom, Sawhorsing
Page 11 Traditions From Various
Countries And Cultures
