Weddingbee Blog

Something old, something new,
Something borrowed, something blue…

Ever wonder what this poem really means? These items are supposed to bring a bride luck if she carries each of them on her wedding day. Though there are many wedding superstitions out there, this is the one that most brides try to follow.

“Something old” represents the past and a bride’s link to her family. Commonly worn “old” items are your mother’s wedding dress or a piece of antique jewelry. Another nice idea is a wearing locket with a family member’s wedding photo (such as a grandmother) inside.

“Something new” symbolizes good fortune and hope in the bride’s new life. It can apply to your dress, your veil, or even a new fragrance.

“Something borrowed” means that a bride can depend on her friends and family to be there for her. The borrowed item is actually “happiness” from a friend or family member who is married so that your marriage may mirror theirs. Brides often borrow a handkerchief or jewelry but I love the idea of wearing your mother’s wedding band on your right hand.

“Something Blue” is the symbol of fidelity and love. This is one of the more fun traditions because many brides-to-be choose to wear a blue garter! Some fun ideas for your “something blue” include painting your toenails blue or wearing blue underwear.

Now that I think about it, I didn’t wear something blue on my wedding day! One of my bridesmaids did buy me a blue garter, but it was too small so I ended up not wearing it. Still, Mr. Bee and I have had a very happy marriage.