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This is worn by the bride to represent optimism
Something New
In Celtic and Hindu cultures, this represents commitment and the couples new bond
Tying the bride and grooms hands together (Tie the Knot)
Wedding rings are worn on the left hand because the vein in the ring finger leads directly to this
The Heart
These are a modern day take on those who would historically assist the groom in kidnapping his wife
Groomsmen
The groom carries the bride over the threshold to protect her from these
Evil Spirits
In Roman times, Bridesmaids were required to dress alike to prevent these from attending
Evil Spirits
Norse bridal couples would go into hiding for 30 days while their family brought them honey wine, creating this modern day tradition
Honeymoon
17 tons of gold is used annually to create this
Wedding Rings
This is the replacement for the Roman tradition of breaking bread over the brides head
Wedding cake
Based on Hindu tradition, this on your wedding day is good luck
Rain
This is worn by the bride to represent happiness
Something Borrowed
This Greek god who rules over marriage may be the reason for June weddings
Juno
A sapphire wedding ring is believed to bring this to the couple
Happiness
Along with Valentines Day, this is the busiest day for weddings in Las Vegas
New Years Eve
According to English folk lore, this is the unluckiest day of the week to get married
Saturday
In Korea, white is not the color of the bride as they traditionally wear hues of yellow and this color
Red
Brides and grooms in Denmark did this on their wedding day to confuse evil spirits
Cross Dress
One of history's earliest engagement rings was given to Princess Mary, daughter of Henry VIII at this age
2 Years Old
This weighed 300 pounds at Queen Victoria's Wedding
Wedding Cake
The English believe finding one of these on your wedding day brings good luck
A Spider
She was credited for starting the white dress trend in 1840
Queen Victoria
This is thrown at Czech weddings instead of rice
Peas
This on an engagement ring is said to bring bad luck
Pearl
Replaced by the throwing of the garter and bouquet, guests in ancient times would take a piece of this with them for good luck
Brides Gown
Greek brides believed that tucking this into their dresses would bring a sweet married life
Sugar