Everyone has heard of the well-known wedding traditions, but do you know their history? Enjoy a trip back in time as we investigate why so many wedding traditions exist today!

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue

Most people have heard the rhyme “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue”. Did you know that the original rhyme was actually “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in her shoe”?
This rhyme for the bride originated in the Victorian Era and essentially was a symbol of luck. Something old symbolised the bride’s past and continuity. Something new represented optimism for her future with her new husband. “Borrowed” was generally from a happily married family member or friend as a token of future happiness. The colour blue signifies purity, fidelity and love. It was thought that having something blue would bring these things to the new marriage. Brides would then pop a sixpence in their shoe which was thought to bring good luck. At some point in history this tradition was dropped though!

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Clinton and Jemmah’s Summergrove Estate Wedding Wedding Photo Booth

Clinton and Jemmah tied the knot in the gorgeous chapel at Summergrove Estate in the Tweed Coast Hinterland. Following the romantic ceremony, the couples nearest and dearest gathered with them in the barn for a fun-packed reception.
Their photographer from Figtree Pictures made the most of the panoramic ocean and valley views at the estate to capture some truly breathtaking shots of the newlyweds. The giant fig trees that shade the grounds of Summergrove Estate made the perfect backdrop to capture many romantic moments between Clinton and Jemmah.

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EOFY Photo Booth Hire

With the end of the financial year fast approaching, many businesses are beginning the process of planning their end of financial year celebrations. Depending on the business you run, your EOFY celebrations may include a sale and fun day for your clients, or it may be an EOFY party for your staff to celebrate the hard work everyone put in over the last 12 months. Regardless of the size of your business, the importance of planning a well-thought out corporate event is priceless when it comes to team bonding. If you’re looking for something different to the standard pizza lunch with fizzy drinks or cheap wine, you have come to the right place! A EOFY photo booth will have your team laughing over the memories long into the new financial year!

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