As a wedding photographer in the business for several years now I have seen a lot of tradition at weddings and a lot of non-traditional weddings. First off, every wedding is different. It’s like a snowflake or a fingerprint. Each wedding is entirely unique to its couple.
This is the 3rd part in a series of traditions vs non-traditions
I love the history behind the bridesmaids… it’s a bit hilarious. Apparently, bridesmaids used to wear a similar dress to the bride to confuse the bride’s exes and outsmart evil spirits. I guess men and evil spirits alike had a hard time distinguishing one female face from another… lol
Groomsmen’s history, on the other hand is equally as funny as bridesmaids. Apparently, the best man’s former duty was to make sure the bride didn’t escape during the ceremony… Sometimes, he was even asked to kidnap her when her parents didn’t approve of the marriage. The “Best Man” was picked for his strength and ability to wield a sword. Always the wing-man!
I have been the wedding photographer for weddings that had upwards of 9 bridesmaids and groomsmen and weddings that didn’t have any. It is completely up to you and your fiancé who (if anyone) should stand next to you at your wedding. Sometimes, the simplest rout is the perfect one for you.
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