Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. When following the old traditional rhyme of what a bride should wear for good luck, most brides-to-be have trouble finding something blue. Something blue signifies purity, love, and fidelity for a bride on her wedding day. Traditionally brides would wear a blue garter, or have a blue handkerchief, but in recent times brides are starting to become more creative. Homebodii have outlined a few of our favourite, and less common ideas for that little piece of ‘something blue’ for good luck, so you don’t have to find that silver sixpence for your shoe!
Blue Vows
Writing your own vows are a heart-warming gesture of your love and have become more common in weddings. Handwriting these vows on blue paper will give you something blue, but also serves as a romantic keepsake from the wedding.
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Blue Bridal Robe
To bring good luck while getting your hair and make-up ready make your something blue an elegant bridal robe. Have a look at our Wild Rose Blue Floral Robe or our Annabelle Robe.
Blue Nail Polish
A lovely shade of pale blue will look lovely with a white dress, or if you want something subtler, try blue French tips. If this is still too much blue, try a sweet blue heart on the nail of your wedding finger, which will ensure your groom-to-be remembers what finger to place the ring!
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Blue Hair Comb
A hair comb is a perfect touch of blue for a wedding day and can incorporate your favourite stones or designs. Combs with topaz or sapphire stones will add a sophisticated touch to any bridal up-do.
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Blue Lingerie
A set of blue lingerie a subtle way to wear blue without it impacting on the colour theme of the wedding. As long as the dress is not sheer, and the fit is right, blue lingerie can add an adventurous spark to your step.
Simone Perle Lingerie. Photo from www.bridalwave.tv
Blue Bouquet
There is an abundance of blue flowers you can choose from for an elegant floral arrangement. Try incorporating a blue in your bouquet with white, or try all blue for something a bit more eye-catching. Have a look at Delphiniums, hydrangeas, muscaris, tulips, and lupine flowers for inspiration.
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Mum and Dad Dressed in Blue
Dressing your dad up in a blue suit to walk you down the aisle is not only adorable, but can also be your something blue. Mum can wear a blue dress as be your good luck charm, as she will no doubt be at your side the whole day.
Messages on Your Shoes
Have your bridesmaids and mothers sign the bottom of your shoe in blue ink. The theory is whoever’s name is still visible at the end of the night will be the next to marry! At the very least, these shoes will be a lasting reminder of the important women in your life who supported you through your big day.
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Blue Embroidered Monogram
An absolutely romantic idea is an embroidered monogram on the underside of your gown. You can embroider the wedding date and initials of the bride and groom, for a lasting keepsake.
Blue Wedding Crown
Crowns are fast becoming a must have item as part of the wedding attire. Try a blue floral crown for a rustic or garden wedding, or a metal sapphire crown to feel like the royalty you are on your wedding day.
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Do you know of some interesting ideas for that bit of something blue on your wedding day that we missed? Let us know by leaving a comment, or tell us what your something blue was on your wedding day!