Wedding Traditions
1. USA (believed by many to have begun during the Victorian era) white wedding dress- purity
A black wedding gown was considered taboo in the last decades, but recently, this is also becoming an option for brides.
A common superstition is that the groom is not supposed to see the bride in her wedding dress before the wedding day. There is also the superstition for the bride to avoid wearing the dress before the day and see herself in the mirror, because something that prevents the wedding may happen.
A wedding ceremony may take place anywhere, but often a church, courthouse, or outdoor venue.
American brides usually wear a white, off-white, silver, or other very light-colored dress, particularly at their first marriage.
If dancing is offered, the newlyweds first dance together briefly.
The type of flowers the bride clutches during the wedding ceremony signify her emotions towards the marriage.
The bride can choose what color that the bridesmaids will wear. The color usually coordinates with the other themes of the wedding, such as similar to the color of the flowers chosen.
Rings, because of its circular shape, symbolize eternity, endlessness… thus a never-ending marriage. Rings can be made of gold, platinum and other metals. The Ring Boy or Ring Bearer is a young boy who is special to the couple and is tasked to carry a pillow with the wedding rings on it during the procession. During the exchange of vows, the ring boy hands the pillow to the couple for them to exchange the rings.
Flower girls are the cute girls at the head of the wedding procession. They spread petals down the aisle for the bride to walk on flowers.
The act of attendants throwing rice at the new couple after their wedding ceremony signifies that they wish the couple happiness and prosperity.
2. Italy(Sunday morning)
Dress: In addition to a white gown, the blushing bride's face would be hidden beneath a veil -- a symbol of her virginity and to protect her from unruly spirits.
A black wedding gown was considered taboo in the last decades, but recently, this is also becoming an option for brides.
A common superstition is that the groom is not supposed to see the bride in her wedding dress before the wedding day. There is also the superstition for the bride to avoid wearing the dress before the day and see herself in the mirror, because something that prevents the wedding may happen.
A wedding ceremony may take place anywhere, but often a church, courthouse, or outdoor venue.
American brides usually wear a white, off-white, silver, or other very light-colored dress, particularly at their first marriage.
If dancing is offered, the newlyweds first dance together briefly.
The type of flowers the bride clutches during the wedding ceremony signify her emotions towards the marriage.
The bride can choose what color that the bridesmaids will wear. The color usually coordinates with the other themes of the wedding, such as similar to the color of the flowers chosen.
Rings, because of its circular shape, symbolize eternity, endlessness… thus a never-ending marriage. Rings can be made of gold, platinum and other metals. The Ring Boy or Ring Bearer is a young boy who is special to the couple and is tasked to carry a pillow with the wedding rings on it during the procession. During the exchange of vows, the ring boy hands the pillow to the couple for them to exchange the rings.
Flower girls are the cute girls at the head of the wedding procession. They spread petals down the aisle for the bride to walk on flowers.
The act of attendants throwing rice at the new couple after their wedding ceremony signifies that they wish the couple happiness and prosperity.
2. Italy(Sunday morning)
Dress: In addition to a white gown, the blushing bride's face would be hidden beneath a veil -- a symbol of her virginity and to protect her from unruly spirits.