Wedding Traditions
What color was traditionally worn by brides before white became popular?
Blue
Getting married in which half of the hour is considered to be good luck?
The second half hour
This title comes from the tradition of kidnapping and guarding the bride, given to the most skillful companion of the groom.
Best man
Which month is the most popular month for weddings in the U.S.?
October
Who made the white wedding dress popular in Western culture?
Queen Victoria
Rain on your wedding day is considered to be what?
Good luck
This phrase originates from the tradition of binding hands together to symbolize unity.
Tying the knot
What is the average length of an engagement in the U.S.?
13-15 months
The tradition of wearing rings on the left hand’s fourth finger came from which country?
Ancient Egypt
To some, dropping the ring during the ceremony is said to predict what?
Who dies first in the marriage
This term derives from the Old English word meaning (pledge).
Wedding (from the word wedd)
What percentage of brides take the last name of the groom?
70-80 percent
What does the "something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue represent?
Good luck for the bride.
Throwing this item is considered to bring the bride and groom good luck in many cultures.
Rice
This dates back to the 16th century and was originally thrown when the bride's family could not afford the dowry?
Bridal Shower
What is the average expected cost of a wedding for 2025?
$30,000
Which part of the cake is normally saved to eat on the one year anniversary of the wedding?
The top tier piece.
Breaking one of these is considered good luck during wedding ceremonies in several cultures.
Glass or a plate
This phrase was first recorded in the Book of Pray in the early 17th century to signify the ever lasting bond of marriage.
Til death do us part.
What is the average age for people when they get married?
30 for men, 28 for women