July 2nd, 2012 
(Photo Credit: newandblue.com)
The age-old tradition of “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” is a fun way to incorporate some key accessories into your wedding. However, brides should never feel limited in their choices. The “something blue” symbolizes purity, love, and fidelity and incorporating the color is told to bring good luck to the marriage. But what if you really do not like the color blue? Brides should not be afraid to simply substitute the traditional blue for another color she does enjoy. This is your day and you should incorporate colors and traditions that are important to you. Maybe you will even find out that the color you love has more sentimental meaning than the traditional blue.
Some brides may still be toying with the idea of including the color blue, but don’t want it as a focal point. There are plenty of sneaky ways to include the color. Try blue panties, a blue garter, blue toenail polish or blue shoes. If you are open to more creative ideas, sewing your wedding date or your grooms name into your dress with blue thread is a meaningful way to use the color. A blue hairpin or sapphire stud earrings could also be a subtle way to incorporate the tradition. A fun way to share the joy of your big day with your bridal party is to have them sign the bottom of your wedding shoes. They can write words of wisdom as well as they signature with blue permanent marker; this is both meaningful and fulfills the “something blue” tradition. Whatever color you end up choosing, make sure its means something to you.
