Wearing Grandma’s vintage brooch for your “something old” (and borrowed!) is simple enough, and most brides have no problem picking out “something new” for their ceremonies. But what about “something blue”? What are your plans to fit this key piece of the old rhyme into your big day?

Blue Wedding Invitations

Blue Accessories

My friend wore blue nail polish, and I borrowed a diamond bracelet from my mom–but why do we follow these traditions, and what does this traditional poem even mean? Something old symbolizes the passing down of things from family, and something new signifies a hopeful future. Something borrowed is a reminder that the bride has friends and family near her for support.  And the something blue? Well it was used to symbolize fidelity in Rome and has symbolized purity in Christianity.

Here are some beautiful blue ways to help bring luck to your wedding day.

Photo: Turquoise jewelry from Brides.com

Crystal hair pin by Erica Bapst on Etsy