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JANUARY 2017 | ISSUE #51
Taking up Tradition
In a lot of ways, British wedding
celebrations haven’t changed all
that much over the ages.
The process from church to reception, wedding
breakfast to celebration – it’s much been the
same for centuries. However, it can sometimes
feel that with so many ideas out there, the
traditional British wedding could be overlooked.
Here are just a couple of simple ideas that could
lend themselves to a more typically traditional
wedding:
Receptions and Toasting: Local Fruits
Custom tends to lean towards champagne or a
similar alternative for receptions and toasting, to
the bride and groom. Traditionally, it would not
have been possible to make wine from grapes
proficiently in the UK or source from abroad with
ease. Instead, the celebratory drink of choice
would have been mead or cider. With such a
beautiful array of mead and cider available both
locally and nationally, why not take tradition by
the horn and opt for a fruity cider reception and a
toast with sweet honey mead.
Dress to Impress?
Way back in Roman times bridesmaids were
instructed to wear similar attire to that of the
bride, in order to ward of evils spirits when
accompanying her on her wedding day. So while
some may say not to wear white on a brides
wedding day, as a sign of respect and tradition, it
was actually regarded as common practice in the
days of the Roman Empire.
The Favours Five
Traditionally guests would have received five
almonds, each signifying a token of well wishing
from the bride and groom: Health, Happiness,
Prosperity, Fertility and Longevity. If you don’t want
to give almonds as favours, why not a beautifully
decorated crossword with the five words hidden
with clues. Or perhaps a differing five items?
Ultimately, it’s not always about the next best
thing or what’s trending online.
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