For couples who enjoy the sentimentality of wedding traditions finding the perfect item to fulfill their “something borrowed” can be a fun adventure. As the old adage goes, “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence for your shoe.”
Your something new is certainly the easiest item to fulfill since your ring or dress likely fit the bill, but finding a special and unique something borrowed can be a bit more of a challenge. We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite items for a memorable something borrowed for your wedding!
Chances are your grandparents have a gorgeous vintage cake knife and server that they purchased for their wedding. An ornate sterling silver cake knife is a stunning accent to polish off your cake table decor, however, it can also seem like an unnecessary purchase. You will likely rarely use it again, so asking to borrow a cake knife and server from an older relative is a great way to involve your family in the planning process while finding your unique something borrowed.
They simply don’t make things like they used to. Delicate vintage champagne coupes and flutes are truly a sight to behold. Once again a wonderful way to involve your family in the planning process, a great aunt may have the perfect champagne flutes for you to borrow on your special day.
My standard fuel-efficient sedan is certainly nothing special and I wouldn’t be overly excited to exit my reception in it. If you’re like me, you probably don’t have a vintage roadster sitting in your garage but a car-obsessed friend may have just what you’re looking for.
Renting vintage getaway cars can be pricey, but the photo op in a unique vehicle at the end of the night is simply priceless. A perfect solution is to find a great car that can fulfill your need for a memorable something borrowed.
For a winter wedding, a cashmere wrap or faux fur stole is a perfect bridal accessory. My best friend wore a gorgeous stole at her November nuptials and the look was pure old-Hollywood glam. I am looking forward to the day when that very same accessory can serve as my unique something borrowed!
Family heirlooms make the perfect memorable items for your something borrowed! A delicate veil with handmade lace from your great-grandmother is an item you’re sure to remember and cherish from your wedding celebration.
If your parents live on a large plot of land or if your close uncle own a stunning estate, why not consider asking if they would be willing to host your wedding on their property? An at-home wedding is a wonderful way to add intimate charm to your big day!
Your something borrowed doesn’t need to be a physical item by any means! If your fiancee’s parents have an adorable love story and their first dance is one that you love, why not consider paying homage to that and borrowing their first dance song?
I’m certainly not encouraging anyone to copy their maid of honor’s vows verbatim! However, great literary works such as songs, poems, and classic novels are the perfect places to draw inspiration for your wedding vows. Consider borrowing a line from your favorite author for a memorable something borrowed.
If you’re having a special religious rite or tradition during your ceremony this is a great chance to incorporate something borrowed. An heirloom Kiddush cup is a perfect way to honor your heritage during your ceremony.
Many people don’t realize that the last line of the saying includes mention of a six pence for your shoe. To be frank, I haven’t the slightest idea where one might try to buy a six pence! All the more reason to chose a six pence as your unique something borrowed and borrow one from a friend who used at six pence at their wedding!
Are you someone that loves age-old wedding traditions? What are you planning to use as a memorable something borrowed for your wedding?
Style Me Pretty Contributor – Hannah Nowack is a freelance writer, calligrapher, and event designer living in the Midwest. When she isn’t working, you will find her decorating her Danish Modern-inspired apartment, frequenting the gourmet cheese counter, or enjoying a glass of Cabernet with friends.