Adding Tradition And Fun to Wedding Day Attire
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue
Jul 28, 2009
Wearing "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue" has many brides searching for the perfect compliments to their wedding day attire. The items in the traditional wedding rhyme, which follows next with "and a silver sixpence in her shoe," are said to bring the bride luck on her wedding day.
But some brides can be easily stumped when it comes to deciding what to include from the popular wedding saying. Some items may fit into more than one category, which is just fine. Other items may be handed down through generation after generation of brides in a family. Either way, the following ideas can help a bride find the perfect good luck tokens for her wedding day.
Something Old Ideas For The Wedding Day
The inclusion of "something old" on the wedding day is symbolic of the bride's family continuing into the future. It can also represent the bride carrying an element of her family into her new life and family with her husband. Incorporate "something old" into the wedding day with one of these ideas:
- A lace handkerchief from a grandmother or other female family member. This could be easily tucked away in the bouquet, or used as a wrap for the flowers. The handkerchief could also be pinned into the skirt of the wedding dress.
- Jewelry from the family. A family brooch, pair of earrings, or a decorative ring worn on the right hand can easily be incorporated into bridal attire.
- Use the cake topper that the bride or groom's parents or grandparents used on their wedding day.
- Wear a wedding veil from a mother, grandmother, or other female relative.
- Have part of the wedding dress worn by the bride's mother sewn into the bride's dress, or used as a bouquet wrap.
Something New Ideas For The Wedding Day
Incorporating "something new" into the wedding day represents hope and an optimistic outlook for the bride's new life with her husband. While it is likely that most brides are wearing something new already, such as a bridal gown or veil, and shoes, many will want to purchase something new as a way to splurge outside of the traditional wedding attire.
- New undergarments or a garter especially for the wedding day.
- A charm bracelet and wedding charm. This can be added to over the years and eventually be passed down through generations to come.
- Jewelry that compliments the wedding dress.
- A locket with a picture of the groom, which could be weaved into the bridal bouquet.
Something Borrowed Ideas For The Wedding Day
Tradition says that "something borrowed" should come from someone who is happily married. They loan the item with good wishes for a long and happy marriage, and using the item in the wedding signifies that the bride can count on them in the future.
- Borrow and antique car for transportation to and from the wedding events.
- Wear a garter or veil from a best friend.
- Borrow a necklace from a mother, grandmother, or aunt.
- Borrow the headpiece worn by a sister, friend, or female relative.
- Borrow a handkerchief for tears of joy.
Something Blue Ideas For The Wedding Day
While "something blue" has various meanings, many believe that blue represents staying true to a partner through the ages. Many brides choose to have a little more fun with this tradition, adding a touch of whimsy to their wedding.
- A blue garter or blue undergarments.
- Jewelry with sapphires or other blue stones.
- One blue flower in the wedding bouquet.
- Paint the bride's toenails blue.
- Using blue stickers, write the words "I Do" on the bottom of the wedding shoes.
Whether or not a bride chooses to incorporate the traditional superstitions of luck on her wedding day, finding the elements can add a playful component to the stress of wedding planning. Additionally, "something old, something blue, something borrowed, something blue" is a way to include many family members and friends in the bride's special day.
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