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Brides ask us the meaning behind the tradition of “Something Old, Something New”.
“Something Old” refers to continuity. This tie to the past can be symbolized by using something old from a happily married friend or relative. The bride may wear her mother’s gown or veil. She may carry a handkerchief or family bible or wear a piece of heirloom jewelry. “Something New” denotes optimism and hope about the future. Any of the bride’s new apparel pieces cover this part of the tradition. “Something Borrowed” is said to bring happiness in marriage. Borrowing an article of clothing or accessory item from someone who is happily married, suggests that the bride will also “borrow” some of that happiness. “Something Blue” represents fidelity, love and purity. Before the current interest in color embellishments on wedding gowns, brides usually wore a blue garter in honor of this tradition. “And a Lucky Sixpence In Your Shoe” ensures a life of fortune. The sixpence first became known as a lucky coin when introduced by Edward VI of England in 1551 and later became part of wedding traditions in the Victorian era. In addition to the six pence, brides sometimes carried small bags with a bit of bread, cloth, wood and a coin were carried by the bride to protect her against shortages of food, clothing, shelter and money. Often a lump of sugar was added to bring sweetness to all of her married life. Today’s bride may substitute a dime for the sixpence. The coin should be taped into the heel of her wedding shoe. |
