Getting the bride blackened
In some parts of Scotland, the bride and groom’s friends somewhat “embarrass the soon-to-be pair by sprinkling them with flour and soot” just before their wedding. According to their culture, a couple can successfully navigate life’s challenges and marriage together if they can withstand this and remain together.
Father spits on the bride
If you attend a wedding in Kenya, you should not be surprised if the bride’s father “spits on her dress” for good fortune. In Kenya, “spitting on someone is considered a respectful gesture by the Maasai people.” It is believed the “spit is intended in good faith and will bless the marital bond.”
Stealing the groom’s shoes
Although most Hindu weddings are extravagant affairs, one of the enjoyable customs is stealing the groom’s shoes on the wedding day. It is customary for the bride’s female cousins to take the groom’s shoes, known as jootis, during the wedding ceremony. They only return the shoes after negotiating a fair price with the groom. This amusing custom fosters a cordial relationship between the groom and the bride’s sisters.
R&I – TP
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