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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1998-02-18, Page 36• Page 24 - Wednesday, February 18, 1998 C��iCG/�/7� 02GP From previous page . and often unshaven appearance of the bridegroom as a result of either "early morning work in the country or of a last round of all-night bachelor parties in the city" For example, in 1543, it was noted in "The Christian State of Matrimony" that: "Early in the mornyng the weddyng people begynne to excead in the superfluous eatyng and drinkyng... and when they come to the preachynge, they are halfe droncke, some all together." The choice of timing a wedding was further narrowed by the English clergy's taboo on evening weddings for the reason that the wedding party often "took the bridal couple off by sheer force to the ale house." Location Surprisingly, weddings did not have their origins in the church, but outside the church, on the porch or doorstep. ,4ed0-/k etWe /740-re/M. el}eddGe Some people believe this tradition was brought to Europe from tropical climates. Pope Innocent III ordered indoor celebrations in the 12th century. The origins of many sayings and traditions resulted from out-of-door weddings. _. Weather conditions on the day of the wedding were said to foretell the future of the bride. While snow was considered a good omen, rain would cause her to shed as many tears throughout her life. The weather on the day following the ceremony decided the groom's fate, and the day after that held predictions for their life as a couple. Many traditions held that behavior inside or upon leaving the church would decide the superiority of the bride or groom. A bride was advised to place her right foot ahead of the groom's at the altar to ensure her strength as a partner in the marriage. Another custom was for the bride to make the first purchase after the union to show who would be boss. This led to the bride's traditional purchase of the bridesmaid's pin immediately after crossing the church threshold. Dress Most brides follow the popular rhyme: Something old, something new, Something borrowed, something blue, And a sixpence in the shoe. Originally, the old referred to something from a happily married woman to transfer good luck to the new bride. Something new was to be part of her apparel, while the something borrowed referred to a piece of gold or silver to ensure wealth and prosperity. Something blue symbolized the heavens and true love. A sixpence was an extra precaution to ensure good fortune. • The white wedding dress became popular in the 18th century. It's first recorded in the 1700s when worn by Anne of Brittany in her marriage to Louis XII of France. Until then, brides could choose any color dress other than red or black. •3 beds! hours! •M GPO We'd love to photograph your day! Mac Campbell :• r Before you flY AWAY To celebrate the beginning of your new life together Come into My Fair Lady where you will find everything you need for your once in a lifetime holiday. • Lingerie • Casual Wear • Sports Wear • Dresses. Suits and More /Illy gaik lady ASHIONS 34 Newgate St., Goderich (across from McGee's) 524-7532 43 Albert Street Clinton (619) 482-7872 'Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in the shoe.' Some people believe this tradition was brought to Europe from tropical climates. Pope Innocent III ordered indoor celebrations in the 12th century. The origins of many sayings and traditions resulted from out-of-door weddings. _. Weather conditions on the day of the wedding were said to foretell the future of the bride. While snow was considered a good omen, rain would cause her to shed as many tears throughout her life. The weather on the day following the ceremony decided the groom's fate, and the day after that held predictions for their life as a couple. Many traditions held that behavior inside or upon leaving the church would decide the superiority of the bride or groom. A bride was advised to place her right foot ahead of the groom's at the altar to ensure her strength as a partner in the marriage. Another custom was for the bride to make the first purchase after the union to show who would be boss. This led to the bride's traditional purchase of the bridesmaid's pin immediately after crossing the church threshold. Dress Most brides follow the popular rhyme: Something old, something new, Something borrowed, something blue, And a sixpence in the shoe. Originally, the old referred to something from a happily married woman to transfer good luck to the new bride. Something new was to be part of her apparel, while the something borrowed referred to a piece of gold or silver to ensure wealth and prosperity. Something blue symbolized the heavens and true love. A sixpence was an extra precaution to ensure good fortune. • The white wedding dress became popular in the 18th century. It's first recorded in the 1700s when worn by Anne of Brittany in her marriage to Louis XII of France. Until then, brides could choose any color dress other than red or black. •3 beds! hours! •M GPO We'd love to photograph your day! Mac Campbell :• r Before you flY AWAY To celebrate the beginning of your new life together Come into My Fair Lady where you will find everything you need for your once in a lifetime holiday. • Lingerie • Casual Wear • Sports Wear • Dresses. Suits and More /Illy gaik lady ASHIONS 34 Newgate St., Goderich (across from McGee's) 524-7532 43 Albert Street Clinton (619) 482-7872