Part of what makes weddings such enjoyable events is the many traditions that are built into the day. Tradition lends familiarity to the proceedings and serves as unwritten cues for guests. Certain ...

Dear Abby: A young married woman said she and her mother were at odds about the tradition of tossing the bouquet and bride's garter at weddings. You said, "Because catching a bouquet or garter is no ...

The Knot' editor in chief said couples are dedicating timeslots to other events. Something old, something new, to the garter: bid adieu? Wedding traditions far and few are slowly on the decline, but ...

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