Behind “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue”
Feature Photo by Kim Hymes Photography
You’ve heard the old rhetoric, “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue,” but what does it mean? Let’s dive in. This proverb stems from English folklore and offers a recipe many couples believe to be the precursor to a successful marriage. The rhyme outlines four items you must carry or incorporate into your wedding day for good luck.
While the tradition behind the rhyme has evolved, many nearlyweds still choose to incorporate these four elements into their weddings to honor tradition and bring good luck to their marriages. (more…)