16. Never Dropping The Ring
Everyone had to be extra careful not to drop the ring during an Irish wedding ceremony since if they did, the ritual would have to start all over again. Ignoring this guideline signified bad luck, thus the bride and groom would have been wise not to choose clumsy or frightened attendants.
16. Never Dropping The Ring
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17. Not Marrying In May
Superstitious brides, of which there were plenty, would not have weddings in May. “Marry in May, rue the day,” as the ancient adage went, and no one wanted to ignore such a warning. Because the month was named after Juno, the goddess of marriage, marrying in June was thought nicer.
17. Not Marrying In May
