Tuesday, August 29, 2017

TRADITIONAL WEDDINGS - Whats it all about?

If you are anything like me... you feel sooooo much excitement when you hear the words "i'm getting married" or "i'm engaged" whoop whoop... bring on the jollof rice!!

So many young people love the idea of getting married and especially the Traditional Wedding (which normally comes first). I personally love all the theatrics that come with the day; Though a very significant and meaningful affair it is also a special day full of  jolly and playful performances. 

Ok.... lets take a step back and look at the fundamental reasons or should i say the purpose of the Traditional Wedding (Engagement).

So you said yes... you got the ring (finally) lol, now its the Traditional Wedding!... but whats its all about i hear you ask.

Baby girl you need to be clear i mean crystal... as per the reason why your Traditional Wedding is being held. Its not just another excuse for a parry oooo

The Traditional Wedding stems from wayyyyyyy back when even back to BC. Lets look at the word

TRADITION: the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation, or the fact of being passed on in this way. 

Your Traditional Wedding is mainly about your family and your fiances family  (sounds nice right?) coming together for a formal introduction. Your fiances family will make their intentions known to your family. This is often performed by a family spokesperson (ALAGA). Gifts are often brought by the grooms family from a (at times) lengthy list provided by the brides family. Each gift as its own significance. For example fruits, meaning the couple will be fruitful... 9 months later... no pressure though lol

Traditionally the Traditional Wedding is held at the brides family house, but customs have been adapted according to individual preference.

So you see The Traditional Wedding is quite important, especially to the families... But it does not only have to be about Mum and Dad. You too need to get involved and get to know the Whats and Whys; this will aid in you understanding the day and enjoying it better...

What aspect of the Traditional Wedding do your hate the most and why... comment below ladies.... im waiting to hear from you!!!

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