Wedding Customs Archives

Wedding Rings A discussion of lore and superstition surrounding wedding rings.

Wedding Veil A discussion of lore and superstition surrounding the bridal veil.

Crossing the Threshold A discussion of the wedding custom of carrying the bride across the threshold.

Wedding Shoes A discussion of lore and superstition surrounding weddings and shoes.

Smock Weddings A discussion of lore and superstition surrounding smock weddings.

Not Seeing the Bride A discussion of the custom of the groom's not seeing his bride before the wedding.

Bridal Garter A discussion of the lore and superstitions surrounding the bridal garter.

First Knight A discussion of the droit du seigneur, or the 'right of the lord.'

Wedding Dress A discussion of lore and superstition surrounding wedding gowns.

Choosing the Date A discussion of lore and superstition surrounding the dates deemed luckiest for weddings.

Wedding Cake A discussion of lore and superstition surrounding the wedding cake.

Confetti and Rice-Throwing A discussion of the lore and customs surrounding the throwing of confetti or rice at...