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. Something old – continuity 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.

 

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