" Something old, something new Something borrowed, Something blueAnd a silver sixpence in her shoe."
Many say this famous phrase began in the Victorian era during the time the sixpence was minted in Britain between 1551 to 1967. Which makes it an English wedding tradition. The items in this poem each represent a good-luck token for the bride.
Something old- symbolizes continuity with the bride's family, it can be a cherished item from a family member such as a beautiful piece of jewelery, hair ornament, or a handkerchief passed down from generation for the bride to tuck in a hidden place.
Something new- symbolizes the beginning of a new life together, something that is given to the bride from a close loved one, a family member, best friend or the groom. This can be a new piece of jewlery, a small locket with the engagement picture inside, the dress, or the veil.
Something Borrowed-This is to be a reminder to the bride that she has family and friends that will always be there for her. As with something new, and something old this can be a borrowed necklace, bracelet, or a mothers wedding dress.
Something Blue- This symbolizes love, modesty, and fidelity. Most often a blue garter is worn, this can also be a blue ribbon tied around the ankle, or a small blue flower in the brides bouquet.
Always remember traditions are there as a guideline and have wonderful and different meanings for everyone. Chose traditions for your wedding that work for both your family and the grooms. Ask your wedding Coordinator to research traditions that are celebrated in your nationality, religious beliefs, or new traditions that you and your husband to be are ready to create together.
Many say this famous phrase began in the Victorian era during the time the sixpence was minted in Britain between 1551 to 1967. Which makes it an English wedding tradition. The items in this poem each represent a good-luck token for the bride.
Something old- symbolizes continuity with the bride's family, it can be a cherished item from a family member such as a beautiful piece of jewelery, hair ornament, or a handkerchief passed down from generation for the bride to tuck in a hidden place.
Something new- symbolizes the beginning of a new life together, something that is given to the bride from a close loved one, a family member, best friend or the groom. This can be a new piece of jewlery, a small locket with the engagement picture inside, the dress, or the veil.Something Borrowed-This is to be a reminder to the bride that she has family and friends that will always be there for her. As with something new, and something old this can be a borrowed necklace, bracelet, or a mothers wedding dress.Something Blue- This symbolizes love, modesty, and fidelity. Most often a blue garter is worn, this can also be a blue ribbon tied around the ankle, or a small blue flower in the brides bouquet.Always remember traditions are there as a guideline and have wonderful and different meanings for everyone. Chose traditions for your wedding that work for both your family and the grooms. Ask your wedding Coordinator to research traditions that are celebrated in your nationality, religious beliefs, or new traditions that you and your husband to be are ready to create together.
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