Friday, 30 April 2010

A Good Luck Token For The Bride



Something old, something new  Something borrowed, something blue  And a silver sixpence in her shoe. 


Although the author of this poem is not known, a lot of people have researched the significance of this to a wedding. Here are some of the reasons I've found. 







Something Old is symbolic of continuity. This is usually given by the family.

Something New represents good luck and success and the brides hopes for a bright future in her new married life.

Something Borrowed is to represent to the bride that friends and family will be there for her on the special day and in the future when help is needed. usually given by a friend who has had a happy marriage. 

Something Blue is the symbol of faithfulness, purity and loyalty 

Silver Sixpence in the bride's shoes represents wealth and financial security

Although wearing these items is supposed to symbolize good luck for the bride, they are also a fun tradition and an opportunity to include some of the special people in her life on this day.

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