| Something old, something new, .. |
| Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a penny in your shoe come from an old English rhyme. If you are superstitious, you better feature one item from each category in your wedding ensemble. In memory of the bride’s previous life and family. It can be a jewel from her grandmother or her mother’s wedding gown. Something new – optimism for the future It is common to choose a new wedding gown, but also an accessory to the wedding ensemble, such as weddings shoes or lingieries. Something borrowed – borrowed happiness It is important to borrow something from a happily married friend. Their happiness will be transmitted to the married couple to be. Perhaps a handkerchief from the bride’s mother or a jewel. Something blue – fidelity, good fortune and love Most common is to wear a blue garter or a veil with blue decorations. It can also be a blue flower in your bridal bouquet. A penny in your shoe This symbolizes richness, not just economical but joy and happiness. |