We've seen the surprising origins of many wedding traditions on this site, and the origins of the bridal bouquet is no different. T...

While stories of star-struck lovers getting married make for good tales, historically marriage had little to do with love. In ancient times,...

Jumping the broom is an historical ritual with Celtic roots. Like many traditions, exactly how and where it started is brought into questio...

(Updated December 2025) For centuries, the German Bridal Cup has been a powerful symbol of unity, devotion, and good fortune. Couples all ov...

Today, flower girls are a pretty standard (but precious) part of most wedding parties. Some brides choose to have one flower girl, while ot...