Something Blue – 7 New Ideas For An Old Tradition

“Something Old Something New Something Borrowed Something Blue.” It’s a timeless wedding saying and tradition, as many brides still incorporate these into their own weddings. The traditional options for "Something Blue" are the bride's undergarments, specifically a garter or underwear (I had a little blue bow sewn onto mine. TMI? Sorry). Is trying to decide … Continue reading Something Blue – 7 New Ideas For An Old Tradition

Wedding Traditions – Dated or Fun?

Why are wedding traditions always being questioned by people who aren’t the couple getting married? Photo credit: Sweet Ice Cream Photography on Unsplash “What Wedding Tradition Would You Be Glad To Bury and Never Encounter Again?” “Wedding Traditions Are So Dated and Old-Fashioned” “Outdated Wedding Traditions To Abandon” When on the internet (especially when on … Continue reading Wedding Traditions – Dated or Fun?

A (Brief) History of Engagement Rings and Wedding Rings

You and the love of your life are engaged! Congratulations are in order! And everyone wants to see your engagement ring. But becoming engaged has changed a great deal through the centuries. There was a time when the engagement itself was considered as important as the ceremony. Marriages were arranged for political or financial reasons … Continue reading A (Brief) History of Engagement Rings and Wedding Rings

About “8 Vintage Wedding Traditions Planners Still Love”

A stunning veil, fun groom’s cakes, not seeing each other before the ceremony - these are just a few popular wedding traditions that most couples still want to have at their weddings. “8 Vintage Wedding Traditions Planners Still Love for Contemporary Celebrations” mentions these plus 5 more beautiful traditions that are still regularly seen at … Continue reading About “8 Vintage Wedding Traditions Planners Still Love”

Bridal Bouquet and Garter Toss – Fun Tradition or Dated?

The bridal bouquet and garter toss are two common wedding reception traditions. There is no doubt that for generations, brides have tossed their bouquet (or a smaller toss bouquet) to all of the single women at their wedding reception following the "belief" that whoever caught the bouquet would be the next one to get married. … Continue reading Bridal Bouquet and Garter Toss – Fun Tradition or Dated?

Old, New, Borrowed and Blue – Origins and Meanings of This Familiar Rhyme

"Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue" We all know that singsong rhyme but may not know where it came from or what it means. Most brides just buy a blue garter and hope that covers it. But the traditions surrounding it are quite charming. The something old is usually covered by the bride … Continue reading Old, New, Borrowed and Blue – Origins and Meanings of This Familiar Rhyme