# Nuptial Tradition Guides This Infographic Looks at a Variety of Wedding Superstitions Globally By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-06-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-superstitions References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/376937/Infographic-Unique-Wedding-Traditions-Superstitions-Practised-Around-The-World/) & [worldwide.gif](http://worldwide.gif) With wedding season well and truly upon us, you might want to review these wedding superstitions, just for fun. From [Gift Baskets Overseas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinggly-and-the-knot), the infographic '21 Wedding Traditions and Superstitions' looks at unusual customs from all over the world, from fertility spells to walking over people. While wearing a white dress is extremely common in the west, brides in other places might wear red. Like the [white wedding dress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-bridal-collection), the familiar Bridal Chorus is another tradition that began with Queen Victoria. When it comes to international wedding superstitions, there are lots of lesser known customs. Greek brides often keep a sugar cube in their gloves where as in Denmark the couple getting hitched traditionally cross-dress. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/weddings) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Global Wedding Traditions:** Expanding wedding services and products to cater to different cultural traditions and customs. - **Alternative Wedding Attire:** Creating a market for non-traditional wedding dress colors and styles. - **Cultural Exchange in Weddings:** Offering services and resources to help couples incorporate traditions from different cultures into their weddings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Wedding Planning:** Providing a platform for couples to explore and book wedding services tailored to their cultural preferences. - **Bridal Fashion:** Designing and producing wedding dresses in various colors and styles to cater to non-traditional brides. - **International Event Services:** Offering event planning and coordination services that specialize in cross-cultural weddings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropologie-weddings-x-pinterest.md) - [Wedding Guest Outfit Rentals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/by-rotation-and-airbnb.md) - [Stranger Wedding Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invitin.md) - [Curated Wedding Gift Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-gift-boxes.md) - [Festive Bridal Accessory Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-planning1.md) - [Wedding Day Emergency Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-day-emergency-kit.md) - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Newlywed Registry Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-registry-1.md) - [One-Stop Wedding Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/af-wedding-shop.md)