Something Old, Something New...
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8th of March 2023
We've all heard of the 'old, new, borrowed, blue' traditions - but what do they mean? And how can we transform them from 18th century to 21st?\nSomething OldA symbol of continuity, something old traditionally has a link to the Bride's family. \nModern twist: Incorporate a relative's broach into your wedding bouquet or hair up-do.\n
Something NewRepresenting optimism and good luck for the Bride's new married life.Modern twist: Engraved champagne flutes for you and your hubby-to-be. Christened on your wedding day and used for numerous toasts throughout your married life.
Something Borrowed\nTraditionally an item coming from a happily married friend or relative, symbolising some 'borrowed happiness' to be carried into the Bride's own marriage.\nModern twist: If you know an inspirational couple, why not 'borrow' the song that they used for their first dance.\n
Something BlueRepresenting purity, love and fidelity.Modern twist: Hire some wedding transport in the form of a blue MINI for example.
Did you know? Although today, the 'something' tradition remains as a stand alone four, it originally contained another addition - 'and a sixpence in your shoe.' The sixpence represents good fortune.\nFor more inspiration on how to modernise this old tradition check out the board we put together on Pinterest
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