Odd Wedding Customs For Your Ceremony

Odd Wedding Customs For Your Ceremony

VoM News Desk | April 26, 2024 | 11:31 AM IST | Entertainment, Featured by VoM | Follow on Google News

Odd Wedding Customs For Your Ceremony

Odd Wedding Customs For Your Ceremony

• Make Your Ceremony Unique With These Odd Wedding Traditions From Around the World 

• An Expert Reveals Some Unconventional Wedding Traditions You Could Use At Your Wedding This Year

As wedding season approaches, couples seek unique ideas to incorporate into their special day. If you want your wedding to stand out from the crowd, why not take inspiration from how other cultures get married?

Claudia Postigo, the owner of The Planner Co., shares some of the most unique wedding traditions from different corners of the world that you could incorporate into your ceremony.

South Korea: Wooden Duck Carving

In South Korea, the bride and groom must participate in a unique unity ritual during the wedding ceremony. Claudia says, ‘Instead of the now-popular candle or sand ceremonies, the couple takes part in carving a wooden duck together. This duck represents fidelity and marital harmony.’ As they carve the duck, the couple showcases their ability to work together and face the challenges of marriage as a united pair.

India: Shoe Stealing Fun

In parts of Northern India, it’s customary for the bride’s family to playfully steal the groom’s shoes during the wedding ceremony. This lighthearted tradition is meant to bring humor to the occasion, as the groom must negotiate and pay a ransom for the return of his footwear. It symbolizes the good-natured banter and camaraderie between the two families.

Spain: Thirteen Gold Coins

In Spain, a tradition known as “Las Arras” involves the groom giving the bride thirteen gold coins, known as “arras,” during the wedding ceremony. Claudia explains, ‘These coins symbolize the groom’s commitment to support and provide for his wife. Giving and receiving the coins represents the couple’s mutual trust and financial partnership.’

Sweden: Kissing The Bride and Groom

In Sweden, there’s a playful and entertaining tradition where, during the reception, if the groom leaves the room, other male guests can kiss the bride. Similarly, female guests can kiss the groom if the bride steps away. This light-hearted custom adds a fun and naughty element to the celebration.

Germany: Baumstamm Sägen (Log Sawing)

Claudia explains, ‘In Germany, a symbolic tradition called “Baumstamm Sägen” takes place after the wedding ceremony. The newlyweds must work together to cut a log in half using a two-handled saw.’ This activity represents the first obstacle the couple must overcome in their married life. It tests teamwork and cooperation, emphasizing the importance of working together to overcome challenges.

Claudia says, ‘One of these customs could be the perfect thing to add a little multicultural uniqueness to your wedding day!’ 

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