Handfasting is an ancient Celtic tradition that you may wish to incorporate into your wedding ceremony.
Dark Blue: for a safe journey and longevity
Green: for health, prosperity, luck, beauty and fertility
Red: for courage, strength and passion
Yellow: for wisdom and harmony
Brown: for healing animals and the home
Silver: for creativity and protection
Gold: for unity, prosperity and longevity
White: for peace, sincerity and devotion
It is ususally placed after the vows and ring exchange as the handfasting ceremony symbolises your commitment to each other in marriage. Ribbons or cords are used for the tying of your wrists and below is the traditional meaning for colours.
Light Blue: for understanding and patience
Pink: for romance, honour, partnership and happinessGreen: for health, prosperity, luck, beauty and fertility
Red: for courage, strength and passion
Yellow: for wisdom and harmony
Brown: for healing animals and the home
Silver: for creativity and protection
Gold: for unity, prosperity and longevity
White: for peace, sincerity and devotion
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| This couple had their handfasting specially made for them. Others may use a plain white ribbon. It's all individual. Photograph from Mint Photography of Randwick. |
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