Wedding Favors that Have Changed Years of
Tradition
Cling cling cling. Cling cling cling. That s the sound of a
wedding tradition that has been practiced for many decades. The
clinging of glasses at a wedding reception is an open invitation
for the bride and groom to steal a kiss from each other. The guests
simultaneously make clinging noises with their glasses by lightly
tapping a fork, spoon, or knife against the outside of their
drinking glass. In agreement with the tradition, the bride and
groom usually consent to showcase their affection by stopping
whatever they are doing at the moment to kiss each other. This
practice is repeated at several intervals throughout the reception.
There is no particular person assigned to introduce this task,
however, there is usually one person in particular that may choose
to be the ring leader (or shall we say the cling leader).
Swoosh swoosh swoosh. Swoosh swoosh swoosh. Rice throwing has
been associated with joining a couple together in matrimony since
Roman times. It later evolved into a wedding tradition in which
guests showered the happy couple with rice to represent fertility.
In more modern times, throwing rice at the bride and groom has been
strongly discouraged due to some of the potential dangers. Rice
becomes very slippery when wet, which poses a hazard to individuals
walking along the sidewalk. Rumors have also been spread throughout
the wedding industry which suggests that rice throwing is hazardous
to birds health.
Today, the traditions of clinging glasses and rice throwing are
still recognized, but in different forms. As a substitute for
clinging glasses, some brides have placed small silver-plated bell
wedding party favors at each place setting at the reception. The
guests can get the bride and groom s attention by ringing the bells
in unison. At the pleasant sound of the ringing bells, the bride
and groom will consent to kissing each other. This alternative is
both convenient and versatile because the bell wedding favors also
serve as place card holders. Rice throwing is often substituted by
blowing bubbles at the bride and groom. Blowing bubbles is not only
safe, but it is fun too. Wedding favor bubbles come in many unique
styles which will add a decorative touch to any reception.
Although modern times have slightly altered years of tradition,
the idea behind these ancient practices still exists.
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