“Something olde, something new, something borrowed, something
blue. A sixpence in your shoe.” This is the old English rhyme from the 1300s
that brides still hold close to their heart today. Each of the objects symbolizes a different
aspect of the marriage between the happy couple.
Something old represents the continuity and the remembrance of
life before your marriage. Something new
offers optimism for the future with your husband. Something borrowed symbolizes borrowed
happiness, that you will not have to face your struggles alone -- you always
have your friends
and family. Something blue represents
purity, love, and fidelity. The sixpence
in the shoe is often times left out of the modern day bride’s adornment, but it
represents good luck and remains largely popular in British culture.
Here are some of our ideas for both the traditional and more
modern brides.
Something Old
You can never go wrong with family jewelry. The women in your family are sure to have a
piece that is gorgeous and memorable for your special day. If you have picked out your own jewelry, you
can always wrap it up in your bouquet.
Family heirlooms can serve as something old, and are a great way
to highlight your family’s precious treasures.
It can be anything you cherish,
a crystal vase or hand-sewn table cloth are perfect for receptions.
A vintage clutch can be the perfect accessory to any bride on her
special day and give a fashionable look to dress up any gown.
Something New
Considering your wedding bands as your something new is a classic
way to look to the future with your new spouse.
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A new veil is another way to accessorize your look if you choose
to wear one.
Something Borrowed
Your mo
ther’s wedding
accessories can provide you with assurance and a special tie to the love your
parents share.
Something Blue
Blue embroidery on the inside of your gown personalizes your
dress.
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Best Wishes written in blue on the bottom of your heels is a subtle way to show off your “something blue.”
All of these objects are interchangeable as to what you would
like “old”, “new”, “borrowed” or “blue”.
Feel free to pick and choose in order to fulfill your own style.
So what will you use for your "Something olde, something new, something borrowed, something blue"?
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