Five Wedding Traditions You Can Skip

There are all sorts of wedding traditions, symbols and customs. Especially since every family seems to have their own versions of them as well.  However, be calm, you don’t have to follow the rules anymore. Nowadays more and more couples have decided to give their own little twist to the usual customs.  Today, I will share with you five traditions that you may easily skip.

Tradition: Your wedding dress should be white…

Spin-off: Now you can do different shades of ivory or even bright colors.

Tradition: You shouldn’t see each other until the ceremony…

Spin-off: Some couples feel they’ll be more relaxed if they see each other before the ceremony.  They even take the time for pre-ceremony pictures, while everyone is still very well put together.

Tradition: Bridesmaids are female and groomsmen are male…

Spin-off: It’s the latest trend in weddings. If you’ve never heard the term “bridesmen”, or “groomswoman”, you’re not alone. Yet, more and more traditional couples are breaking new ground and making new rules.

Tradition: You should make your exit in a shower of rice… Rice was thrown at the bride and groom to encourage fertility.

Spin-off: Now confetti and bubbles have replaced the rice.

Tradition: Your bridesmaids should wear matching dresses…

 Spin-off: Let your bridesmaid’s personalities shine by having each one choose a dress that suits her own taste and shape.  They can even personalize their look with different accessories like jewelry or bouquets.

Dare to break any tradition? What will your spin-off be?

Till next time,

Bridal Savvy