White wedding

A white wedding is a term for a traditional formal or semi-formal wedding in British and American as well as Commonwealth traditions. Brides in many other countries are adopting this traditional white dress. This term refers to the white colour of the wedding dress, which became popular in the Victorian era and came to symbolize purity of heart and the innocence of childhood. Later attribution suggested that the colour white symbolized virginity.

Related Topics:
Wedding - British - American - Commonwealth - Wedding dress - Victorian era - Virgin

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This article discusses the rise of the conventions of a "White wedding," their perceived symbolism, and their contemporary application.

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