Adrianne Elizabeth Events: Wedding Wednesday: Something Blue...

Everyone is familiar with the old adage, “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue” but few are aware of the history behind this charming wedding phrase. The saying stems from an Old English Rhyme where the four objects are meant to bring the bride luck on her wedding day. Each item represents a different blessing offered to the bride from an important person(s) in her life. And here we bring you a little wedding history...

Something Old

Symbolizing continuity within and support of the marriage from the bride’s family.

This item traditionally is given to the bride by a female relative, but today, something from your dad, brother, or favorite uncle also works! Could be anything small and easily worn on the wedding day. A beautiful brooch on the bouquet from auntie, a bit of lace from mom's dress, or grandma's pearls are always a special way to go!

Something New

Gives the bride an optimistic outlook on her future as she begins her marriage.

For many brides, this is her dress or ring, or another special gift given to her by her soon-to-be in-laws. Something that representing her happy future within her role as a wife. Again, should be easily carried or worn.

Something Borrowed

Embodies the happiness a loved one has for the bride.

There is intimacy in borrowing a special item which your maid of honor, bridesmaid or special person carried on her wedding day with the blessing and support from that special friend of many happy years of marriage.

Something Blue

Represents the bride’s love and fidelity for her soon to be husband.

Unlike many of the other objects, this is one the bride may choose for herself. So, on that note, here are some of our favorite ideas!

There are SO many chic ways to incorporate blue into your wedding day attire.

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