International Wedding Superstitions
The English believe finding what insect in your wedding dress is believed to be good luck
Spider
2011
What is the traditional first wedding anniversary gift?
Paper
What is the most popular time to get married?
October (16%)
What is the most popular honeymoon destination?
Hawaii
What color is avoided in Scottish weddings due to being taboo and bad luck?
Green
300 pounds
How much does the average wedding gift cost?
$100 ($150 if you are close to the couple)
Which state has the average most affordable wedding?
Utah
What percentage of couples go on a honeymoon within the first week of being married?
75%
In what country to brides usually wear horseshoe-shaped jewelry?
Ireland
Mariah Carey
Many years ago, what gift was considered bad luck to give?
Knives
In 2020, what was the average cost of an engagement ring?
$3756
On average, what percentage of the wedding budget does the honeymoon represent?
14%
Czech newlyweds get this thrown at them instead of rice
Peas
Buzz Aldrin got married in 2023 and it was the same day as his birthday. What age was he?
93
Who usually makes the first toast at a wedding?
The best man
What is the average budget for destination weddings?
$35,000
What is the average cost of a LUXURY honeymoon?
$9,950
Swedish brides put what in their shoes from their parents?
Silver coin from her father and a gold coin from her mother
Who accidentally said their husband's name wrong at the altar?
Princess Diana
In Japan what is the traditional wedding gift?
Money in odd numbers
Average cost of a slice of wedding cake
$3.59
How much more do people spend on their honeymoon than a regular vacation?
3Xs