The tradition of acquiring ‘something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue’ is a superficial element in the preparation of a wedding that many still follow today. The tradition goes that finding and using all such items before the wedding day will grant good luck for the bride on her wedding day, as well as fertility in the long run. However, nowadays it has become more of a ritual people add to their attire for their special day. Yes, even in Malta!
So what can you get in order to make sure you have all four requirements?
Something old could be a vintage accessory, maybe something from your grandparents or a family token that has been passed from generation to generation. Some brides actually take this a step further and rather than buying or hiring a wedding dress, they wear their mother’s dress, veil, or tiara.
After the old, comes the new. Generally, this item tends to be a gift from the groom or a family present for the bride. Of course, this could also fit into one’s wedding budget! No need to go for the most expensive pearl or diamond necklace, a simple hankie could do the trick.
Admittedly, the something borrowed part is quite fun, as this can be literally anything—from a hairpin to earrings to shoes—the list is never-ending.
Finally comes the something blue. No matter what colour scheme your wedding will include, blue is one colour that you can bring in without impacting the colour scheme negatively. Many add blue to the lining of their wedding dress, while others just use blue ribbons around their bouquets.
By Nicole Borg
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