The past is a strange nation where things are done differently. And probably no better example of this can be found than in old wedding traditions. They’re either strange, entrenched in illogical etiquette, or, in some circumstances, outright hazardous. Sure, a Regency or Tudor-style wedding is lovely, but wait till you learn what ladies of that era had to do…
19 Old Wedding Customs That No Bride Today Would Ever Do
1. Making An Announcement In The Newspaper
“One may as well be single if the wedding is not to be printed,” Jane Austen reportedly said in a letter to her niece. That is, place a notice in the newspaper and make sure everyone in the community knows you’re getting married. This has certainly changed a lot since Jane’s time, albeit many people now make a statement on social media instead.
1. Making An Announcement In The Newspaper
