On her wedding day a bride traditionally wears something old (to represent her past), something new (to represent her new family), something borrowed (hopefully from someone with good luck!), and something blue (to represent purity and fidelity). Now you know the symbolism behind the rhyme that dates back to Victorian times. But what's behind all those other bridal traditions? See if you can guess with this quiz. Even if you're not planning your own wedding, the trivia will help you impress fellow guests next time you go to one!
What Do You Know About Origins of Wedding Traditions?
Saving the wedding cake to eat a year later originates from the practice of:
Bridesmaids traditionally wore similar dresses as the bride in order to:
England borrowed the "bridal tour" tradition, a precursor to the honeymoon, from which country?
Who made the white wedding dress popular?
The original purpose of the veil was to:
What was the original purpose of marriage announcements?
