subject: Fascinating Marriage Traditions In Belgium [print this page] Belgium has a quite mysterious and romantic marriage customs. As it is a home to two linguistic cultural groups - the first one Dutch, the second French, also a small one German. Belgium still has its long and magnetizing history, as obviously we can see in its many wedding traditions.
Belgium is a good example of lovely marriage traditions and it shows that Love can do everything" even it makes the world go around." There is no more lovely, friendly and charming relationship, or company than a good marriage. In respect of these feeling there are many traditions that are followed in Belgium. The most fascinating customs are:
Wedding invitations:
Generally, invitations plays are an integral part of wedding in Belgium.
It is a symbol of the union of the two families as well as the new family built.
Usually, they send out them twice. The first one is from the bride's family, the other from the groom's.
Flowers for mothers:
The amazing tradition is flowers for mother: the bride should bring two flowers to her wedding ceremony, while she is walking up the aisle; she gives the first one to her own mother then hugs her. After the oath, the bride presents the groom's mother a flower, and also hugs her. Factually, it is marriage custom symbolizes the bride's acceptance of her new born family and as well new mother. If you are going to marry, you may find the finest flowers store in Belgium. The most popular among visitors is Baeten Paul in Alast store that offers a wide range flowers. Another popular shop is Allemant Erna.
Handkerchiefs:
Another fascinating custom is that the charming bride carries a handkerchief with her name on it.
Following Belgium marriage traditions, this is framed and hung on the wall. Traditionally, Handkerchiefs are a symbol of honor in Belgium. It comes from one generation to another and is an important family wonderful heirloom.
Toasting the happy couple
A votre sant (to your health) is the most common toast in Belgium. Also, it is expected that guests should maintain direct eye contact during the toast. Apart from, it is polite to stand up for a toast.
Weddings in Belgium are like none other in the world. With its mix of old brilliant customs and modern laws is truly a fascinating country. While you are in Belgium, do not miss the chance to attend a marriage ceremony.
