WEDDING TRADITION
WEDNESDAY
WHY DOES THE BRIDE CARRY A BOUQUET
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Wedding tradition Wednesday has to be probably one of my favorite days. Make sure that you share this blog with a bride.
It is a fact that at most weddings that we attend even the smallest of details may have deep rooted traditions . The modern day wedding is filled with traditions that have been gathered through out ages, and heritage.
Do you know that the bouquet is just a twist on a type of scary superstition / and a common practice ?
Ancient Greek, Roman and Celtic brides carried bouquets and wore garlands of fragrant herbs and spices including dill, rosemary, myrtle and garlic. Young couples thought the mixture of plants had mystical capabilities and could ward of evil spirits on their wedding day. While Queen Victoria made history by replacing many of the herbs with fresh flowers, she still retained a few bunches of herbs in her bridal bouquet in 1840.
During the 15th century the most popular wedding month was June. According to the Huffington Post, during the 15th century, people took their yearly baths in May and would generally get married in June. Just to be safe, brides carried bouquets to mask the smell of body odor.
Early Victorian-era brides carried bouquets of flowers as a symbol of the couple's love, devotion and future. Brides and grooms chose the blooms based on meaning, not the wedding color scheme. Orange blossoms --- the most popular flower included in early bridal bouquets --- symbolized fertility, chastity and purity, according to Chinese culture. Roses, pansies, hyacinths, stephanotis and tulips represented romance and also commonly graced the bridal bouquet. Daisies often made an appearance in the bouquets for their symbolism of innocence. Couples who desired wealth included chrysanthemums.
In this day and age brides most commonly pick the flowers that fit their color scheme and budget. The wedding bouquet has a history of protection. Whether it was from evil spirits, or bad odor, it seems that the selection of flowers that the bride carries has always had a special meaning.
SOURCES : EHOW.COM, HUFFINGTONPOST.COM, ASK.COM
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