{"id":1460,"date":"2024-03-02T10:00:27","date_gmt":"2024-03-02T16:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=1460"},"modified":"2024-03-07T07:24:14","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T13:24:14","slug":"know-7-unusual-wedding-traditions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/know-7-unusual-wedding-traditions","title":{"rendered":"12 Unique Wedding Traditions From Cultures Around the World"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Wedding<\/p>\n

Weddings are inspiring testaments to the love and bonds people share with each other. They\u2019re also incredibly diverse. Even if the structure is similar, no two weddings are exactly the same. They each have something special\u2014a unique element\u2014that often sticks with us for years.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re looking for cultural rituals to include in your ceremony as a tribute to your spouse\u2019s upbringing or want to know how weddings are celebrated worldwide, we made this list of fascinating <\/span>wedding traditions<\/span> from around the globe. Each offers a unique way to celebrate cultural differences and learn more about how people say \u201c<\/span>I do<\/span>.\u201d<\/span>
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Wedding Traditions:<\/b> 12 Fascinating Ways to Celebrate the Big Day<\/b><\/h2>\n

\"Wedding<\/p>\n

Weddings blend families, cultures, and traditions. While Americans are used to traditions like wearing a <\/span>white<\/span> dress or tossing a bouquet, <\/span>wedding traditions<\/span> vary from culture to culture. Every society has its own <\/span>traditional wedding customs,<\/span> and what we know in <\/span>America<\/span> as a typical wedding can look very different in other regions of the world. Here are some of the most intriguing <\/span>wedding traditions<\/span> from Fiji, Sweden, India, Mexico, and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Fiji: A Whale\u2019s Tale (or Tooth!)<\/b><\/h3>\n

In Fiji, men are expected to take a test of true love and devotion before the <\/span>wedding day<\/span>. They\u2019re tasked with providing their future father-in-law with a sperm whale tooth<\/span> known as a tabua<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. The word translates to \u201csacred\u201d and symbolizes <\/span>good fortune<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By providing the bride\u2019s father with a tabua, the groom shows that he respects the sanctity of the union. Dating back centuries, the practice was used for marriages, births, and funerals.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Sweden: The Kissing Game<\/b><\/h3>\n
\"Wedding

Design: Stacey Meacham Design, LLC<\/p><\/div>\n

In Sweden, whenever the bride or groom leaves the table, the other gets kissed by <\/span>wedding guests<\/span> of the opposite sex. Today, many brides and grooms have a bell that they ring to signal when they\u2019re leaving. It\u2019s a fun and lighthearted tradition, although not one you\u2019ll see often at American weddings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Ireland: Dancing Away From Evil Fairies<\/b><\/h3>\n

In Ireland, when the bride is dancing, at least one of her feet must remain on the floor, lest evil fairies steal her away. In Irish folklore, fairies are attracted to things of beauty, including radiant brides. The <\/span>superstition<\/span> is that fairies can sweep the bride off her feet if she\u2019s not grounded \u2014 even at a<\/span>\u00a0fairytale wedding<\/strong><\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

Other ways<\/span> Irish wedding traditions<\/strong><\/span><\/a> ward off evil? They avoid the color green, which is thought to attract fairies. They also incorporate horseshoes for <\/span>good luck<\/span> and hide small bells in their flower bouquets to fend off <\/span>bad luck<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. China: Shooting Cupid\u2019s Arrows<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"Wedding<\/p>\n

What\u2019s more romantic than cupid creating a love connection? In some <\/span>Chinese<\/span> cultures, it\u2019s shooting your own arrows at the bride!<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>ethnic Chinese people known as Yugurs<\/a><\/strong> (also spelled <\/span>Uyghurs)<\/span> require the groom to shoot the bride with his bow and arrow three times. Fortunately, the arrows don\u2019t have arrowheads (phew!). The groom then takes the arrows and the bow and breaks them as a sign of eternal love.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. India: A Wedding Ransom<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Design: Colin Cowie<\/p><\/div>\n

In some parts of India, a unique <\/span>Hindu wedding tradition<\/span> called<\/span> Joota Chupai<\/strong><\/span><\/a> occurs. The <\/span>Indian<\/span> groom wears a traditional embroidered shoe called joota. He must take off these shoes before approaching the altar, known as the mandap. As soon as the shoes leave his feet, the <\/span>bride\u2019s family<\/span> and the groom\u2019s family battle over the shoes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If the <\/span>bride\u2019s family<\/span> successfully acquires the shoes, they can hold the shoes for ransom. At the end of the ceremony, the groom must either find his shoes or offer money to get them back from the <\/span>bride\u2019s family<\/span>. The tradition symbolizes acceptance and open hearts \u2014 since the two families must come together to have fun, laugh, and work through a challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Congo: No Smiles, Please<\/b><\/h3>\n

While most happy couples are brimming with joy, some cultures require them to keep it in check. In the <\/span>African<\/span> country of Congo, the couple isn\u2019t allowed to smile throughout the entire <\/span>wedding ceremony<\/span> and <\/span>wedding reception<\/span>. Otherwise, it will not be taken seriously. The idea here is that smiling or laughing means you aren\u2019t serious or respectful of the magnitude of the moment.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. USA: Traditional <\/b>White<\/b> Dress<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"Traditional<\/p>\n

Did you know that although the <\/span>white wedding dress<\/span> is a common sight for <\/span>Westerners<\/span>, most of the world considers it strange? Perhaps because the color <\/span>white<\/span> is associated with mourning in many cultures <\/span>around the world<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

In 1849, \u201cGodey\u2019s Lady\u2019s Book\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(think of it as the \u201cVogue\u201d magazine of the era) decided that <\/span>white<\/span> was the most appropriate color for brides. That\u2019s because <\/span>white<\/span> is believed to symbolize purity and innocence. While many brides choose to wear <\/span>white<\/span> today, many brides are choosing to buck this tradition with gowns in various hues, including red, black, and green. (Perfect for <\/span>gothic weddings<\/a><\/strong>!)<\/span><\/p>\n

8. Norway: Crowns Ward Off <\/b>Evil Spirits<\/b><\/h3>\n

Norwegian brides<\/strong><\/span><\/a> wear crowns attached to their <\/span>wedding veils<\/span> to help ward off <\/span>evil spirits<\/span>. Traditionally, these crowns are made of gold or silver \u2014 and many are passed down for generations. These crowns often have small charms that dangle and make noise, helping to ward off <\/span>evil spirits<\/span> and anything that may disrupt the bride\u2019s happiness.<\/span><\/p>\n

9. Global: The Roots of the <\/b>Wedding Cake<\/b><\/h3>\n

Wedding cakes<\/strong><\/span><\/a> are rooted in several cultures, including <\/span>Ancient Rome<\/span> and <\/span>England<\/span>. One of the earliest is the <\/span>Roman<\/span> tradition of breaking bread over the bride\u2019s head for <\/span>good luck<\/span> \u2014 similar to how American couples smear cake on their spouse\u2019s face during the <\/span>wedding reception.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In medieval <\/span>England<\/span>, wedding cakes were stacked as high as possible, and the <\/span>married couple<\/span> was expected to kiss over the tiers. If they did so successfully, <\/span>superstition<\/span> held they would have a prosperous life. That\u2019s tied to traditional thinking that working together to overcome challenges meant the couple would successfully navigate life\u2019s difficulties. In <\/span>France<\/span>, this tradition is reflected in the towering<\/span> croquembouche<\/strong><\/span><\/a> at weddings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The<\/span> cake topper<\/strong><\/span><\/a> \u2014 a key part of any<\/span> wedding theme<\/strong><\/span><\/a> \u2014 dates back to <\/span>Victorian<\/span> times when <\/span>Queen Victoria<\/span> wed <\/span>Prince Albert<\/span> in 1840. She topped her <\/span>wedding cake<\/span> with miniature sculptures resembling the <\/span>newlyweds<\/span>. As many couples wanted to get married like royalty, the tradition spread quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n

10. Mexico: Symbolizing Unity with a Lasso\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
\"Flores

Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n

In Mexico, a garland of flowers and rosary beads called a <\/span>lazo or lasso<\/a><\/strong> is draped across the shoulders of the bride and groom in a figure-eight (infinity) shape. This <\/span>Mexican<\/span> tradition is usually part of a <\/span>Catholic wedding<\/a><\/strong> ceremony, symbolizing eternal union. Other cultures in Latin <\/span>America<\/span> use similar traditions by placing a special shawl across the shoulders of the couple as they exchange their <\/span>wedding vows<\/span> and <\/span>wedding rings<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

11. <\/b>Greece<\/b>: <\/b>Groomsmen<\/b> Do the Grooming<\/b><\/h3>\n

In<\/span> Greek<\/strong> culture<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, <\/span>the best man<\/span> \u2014 and sometimes a group of male <\/span>family members<\/span> or all of the men in the <\/span>wedding party<\/span> \u2014 uses a razor to shave the groom\u2019s face before the <\/span>nuptials<\/span>. The act symbolizes the groom\u2019s transition from boyhood to manhood. Like a classic American barbershop, the event also involves the \u201cbarbers\u201d offering advice for a successful marriage and happy life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

12. USA: <\/b>Something Old, Something New<\/b>, Something Borrowed, <\/b>Something Blue<\/b><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re familiar with <\/span>American wedding traditions<\/span>, this one is as popular as taking off a <\/span>garter<\/span>, the <\/span>first dance<\/span>, and a <\/span>bouquet toss<\/span>. Wearing something old has sentimental value and allows you to incorporate heirlooms or a special memento to honor close <\/span>family members<\/span> during the <\/span>wedding celebration<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Something new is an homage to new beginnings, symbolizing optimism about your new future with your soulmate.<\/span><\/p>\n

Something borrowed is a symbol of luck, by reusing something another bride wore during her <\/span>big day<\/span>. (Although this wedding tradition can easily work for grooms as well.) It\u2019s another way to honor close relationships as you head into the next chapter of life.<\/span><\/p>\n

Something blue<\/span> has roots in <\/span>superstition<\/span> and fending off <\/span>bad luck<\/span>. Blue is the color of purity, and this item is typically worn under the <\/span>wedding dress<\/span> or as a subtle accessory, such as a garte<\/span>r, <\/span>boutonniere<\/span>, cufflink, or hai<\/span>r barrette.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Global <\/b>Wedding Traditions<\/b> to Celebrate\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

\"Couple<\/p>\n

Backed by symbolism and cultural history, each of these <\/span>wedding traditions<\/span> offers a sense of connection to the past and can make the<\/span> big day<\/span> more memorable. Even if you don\u2019t plan to incorporate any of these <\/span>wedding traditions<\/span> into your ceremony, learning about practices<\/span> around the world <\/span>is a chance to discover the special ways we all celebrate love.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re <\/span>tying the knot<\/span> and planning your own <\/span>nuptials<\/span>, Greenvelope offers<\/span> digital invitations<\/strong><\/span><\/a> for any wedding theme and style. Whether hosting a cultural affair in a global destination or keeping things local with an intimate ceremony, you can customize any design from our stunning selection of<\/span> wedding invitations<\/strong><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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