Wedding Myths & Tales
I have heard so many old wives’ tales and myths about weddings, I figured it was time to share some.
So grab a cuppa and get cosy around the fire, it’s story time.
If You See A Goat, Run!
The tale is that it’s good luck if you see a lamb on the way to the church, but if you see a goat, RUN before someone kidnaps you!!!
I think this one has Biblical connections, as in the Bible Christ is represented by lambs, whilst goats are usually associated with the Devil, but I’ve never been able to confirm that. If you know where this tale comes from let me know.
Who's The Bride?
Before Brides wore white (thank Queen Victoria for that one), they would dress in their best just like their Bridesmaids.
This would serve as a decoy for the Bride, as during the Ancient Roman era they believed it would confuse evil spirts or kidnappers.
Let's Tie The Knot
The phrase “tying the knot” originates from Handfasting ceremonies, where you would use a cord to wrap your and your partner’s hands.
Rain On Your Wedding Day
It’s considered good luck if it rains on your wedding day, but do you know why?
Have you tried untying a knot when it’s wet? It’s so much harder! So by tying the knot in the rain, your marriage is less likely to become undone.
Plant A Sausage
Not a fan of rain though? Apparently, if you plant a sausage in your garden the night before your wedding it guarantees good weather on your wedding day.
Nope. I have no idea where this one came from.
Throwing The Bouquet
We all know that catching the bouquet means you’re next to get married, but do you know how that tradition started?
In Medieval times, women would try and rip a piece of the Bride’s dress off of her thinking it was good luck, so Brides resorted to throwing their bouquets to distract that whilst they ran off in the opposite direction.
A Sixpence In Your Shoe
“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in your shoe.”
Do you know why?
Something old represents your life before marriage.
Something new represents your future.
Something borrowed should come from someone who is already married, so their good luck can rub off on your marriage.
Something blue is to ward off evil spirits.
And the sixpence is for good fortune.
En Guard
Ever wondered why Brides stand to the left of the Groom? It’s so if the wedding was under attack, the Groom would have his right hand free to grab his sword.
Confetti Time
With my love of confetti, please tell me you didn’t think for a second I didn’t know the lore behind it.
Traditionally wheat and rice were thrown on the couple so that good fortune and prosperity would rain down on them. Now we’ve upgraded to confetti, but the lore still stands.
