Wedding Customs

Perhaps you have attended a wedding recently, Have yoo ever wondered wyh people at weddings do things in a particular way? The customs we follow goback a long way. Here are some of them. Bridesmaids and Ushers. In Roman days there had to be at least ten witnesses at every wedding outwitthe evel spirits who usually attended. Bridesmaids ann ushers were supposed to confuse the evil spirites so they would not know who was getting married. white wedding gown. The bride is Supposed to wear white because it is a symbol of joy and happiness. The custom dates back to the Greeks who painted their bodies white before a marriage ceremony. Throwing Rice: This custom from the orient. It sis supposed to chase evil spirits away so the couple will be happy and healthy. Wedding Cake: The romans were the first to have a Cake at weddings. They broke a cake ove the bride’s head for good luck. Then all the guests at the wedding would sprinkle crumbs from the cake over their own heads good luck.