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| MUCH OF what the bride and groom do to prepare themselves for their special day is rooted deep in ‘tradition, from the choice of wardrobe to the diamond rings they wear.

Weddings were a way to unite warring families

From page 19°: - The early Anglo-Saxon groom

bride: from would-be kidnappers. The bride stood to the left, leaving the groom's sword-arm free. Ri Why do the bride and groom’s 4 family stand on opposite sides § during the wedding ceremony? ~ In ancient times, women were often betrothed to men in, hostile tribes as part of a peace treaty. f. Their marriage was a way to

unite the warring families.

However, until the actual cere- mony was over, it was deemed best for the two families to stand apart. f Where does the tradition of the best man come from?

Today, the best man stands by the groom because in early times the best warrior in the tribe stood by the groom to help him protect the bride from would-be abductors.

It was also the best warrior who

helped the groom initially capture

his bride.

B What new custom has recently evolved?

Today’s equality of the sexes has influenced engagement and wedding gift-giving among couples.

While 78% of all first-time brides receive diamond engagement rings, women are increasingly choosing to give that moment back to their groom by giving him a dia- mond wedding band.

Adapted from an article in Elegant Bride Magazine and The Bride’s Book by Georgina O'Hara,

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