Hi, future brides! As you’re ticking off the last few items on your wedding checklist, we’ve got some sentimental ideas to make your big day even more special. Let’s talk about the tradition of “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue”—and how to give it a modern twist!
Does your Mom or Gran still have her wedding dress? If you’re not planning to wear it, why not repurpose it into a stunning bridal robe for your getting-ready photos? It’s a heartfelt way to honour their love story while creating a keepsake of your own. (Bonus: it checks off “something old” and “something new”!)
Need “something old”? A dainty charm featuring your maiden initials attached to your bouquet is a sweet nod to your past as you embrace your future.
For “something new,” consider a meaningful piece of jewellery gifted by your husband-to-be or a pair of bespoke wedding shoes from KaeCo, handcrafted, customisable designs, made locally. You’ll walk confidently down the aisle and dance the night away in shoes that are stunning.
Need “something borrowed”? Wear a piece of jewellery, or hair pieces are easy items to include from one of your closest family members or friends.
Now for “something blue”! A TikTok-inspired idea we love: have your mom wear a beautiful blue outfit to symbolise your “something blue”. Want to take it a step further? Include your mother-in-law in this tradition—if your colour scheme does not allow for this, a garter with blue on/in it, is also an easy fix …
The tradition: “The objects are tokens of good luck and traditionally are given to the bride at the eleventh hour by their mother, sister, other relatives or wedding party attendants.”