The union of two lovers has understandably been steeped in tradition for centuries. Over time, some wonderful and interesting customs have sprung up around this important rite of passage.
One of the nicest may be the tradition of the bride’s gathering “something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue.” These four items each represent a special symbol, and the very act of carrying on this tradition provides a real connection with past and future brides and the people close to them at the time of the wedding.
The meaning of the item for “something old” has to do with the bride’s heritage. Usually, a treasured family heirloom will be chosen, often a piece of jewelry.
Almost anything can be designated as “something new,” including the bride’s wedding dress. But to make it meaningful, many mothers or fathers give their marrying daughters a new piece of jewelry or another special gift, such as a brand-new Bible in which to record the family’s names.
The significance of the “something borrowed” is usually interpreted to symbolize the support the bride can count on in...
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