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38 Same-Sex Wedding Rituals & Traditions

Explanation of Origin

1.  “Something old” represented continuity, and contemporary couples use this as a chance to wear a sentimental piece of jewellery or item of clothing belonging to an older relative.
2.  “Something new” offers optimism for the future. Incorporating
3.  “something borrowed” was thought to bring the couple good luck. By borrowing something from a happily married friend or relative, the bride or couple ensured a minuscule of their good fortune rubbed off on them.
4.  “Something blue” the colour blue stands for love, purity and fidelity—three key qualities for a solid marriage. The traditional “something blue” was often a blue garter. worn beneath the bride’s pale dress.

Source: I do! I do! Susan Waggoner, Rizzoli International Publications Inc (2002) p. 68

LGBTIQ+ Alternative

This is an old tradition that’s not adhered to much these days. It’s quaint. And for LGBTIQ+ couples, perhaps it doesn’t include much significance. But here are some options for those who want to keep this tradition happening.

1.  For someth

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Host the Ultimate Celebration with These Creative Gay Wedding Ideas

You’ve made the decision to fetch married and now it’s time for the amusing part — planning the most fantastic gay wedding! It’s the perfect moment to honor your value for each other, celebrate marriage equality, and pitch an impressive celebration for your loved ones. 

Fortunately, these gay wedding ideas will help jumpstart the process. Whether it’s choosing a quirky venue or creating your own wedding rituals, these ideas run the gamut from traditionally inspired to wonderfully obscure. 

14 Resourceful Ideas for Your Gay Wedding Celebration

Design: Ashley Ottinger

For some same-sex couples, their wedding day is an opportunity to make a big statement and celebrate all things marriage equality. For others, it’s a quiet moment of adore and reflection. Whether you’re planning a bold celebration or an understated ceremony, use these wedding ideas to help you intend the kind of event you’ve always dreamed about. 

1. Select a Wedding Theme

Choosing a wedding theme is the first s

Many same-sex couples will meet some sort of iteration of this conversation in the lead up to their big day. “A gay wedding” is a divisive term I locate both loathsome and practical in equal measure. On the one hand it is yet another contentious label promoting difference where humanity’s equality should be in place. On the other it is a supportive statement which conveys that there are unique considerations which may err beyond the standard for two groom weddings.

Without the pos count for a occupied political debate on the matter and my expertise sitting in the fashion world we are going to crack on and review some of those unique considerations for two groom weddings with a specific “yeah but what are we going to wear?” angle.  

Choosing what to wear to your wedding, irrespective of gender or sexual orientation, is an innately high-pressure undertaking owing to the hugely personal nature of the decision. For heterosexual couples so much of this narrative is skewed towards the bride and the dress. A black suit and a white dress are the salt and pepper of the sartorial world.