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Marjoyrie
Beginner October 2021

Garter toss

Marjoyrie, on September 24, 2021 at 2:25 PM Posted in Wedding Reception 2 8
If my future great aunt made me a homemade garter, when it’s time to throw it… Do I ask for the garter back and give the guest a replacement that I have extra? Or how does that work? I don’t want to give away the original garter that my great aunt is making for me because it’s special. Any suggestions brides?

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Latest activity by Janae, on September 25, 2021 at 6:43 PM
  • Stacey
    Super May 2021
    Stacey ·
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    People who still do this typically toss a different garter (and have a "toss bouquet" - not the real one).

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  • Michelle
    Champion December 2022
    Michelle ·
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    Once it is tossed , it’s theirs to keep. Which is why many garters come in sets: one to keep and one to toss. The same for the bouquet. Your florist will provide a smaller toss bouquet if you request it.




    Years ago I was at a wedding where the bride tossed her actual bouquet and then demanded it back after which was very awkward.
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  • Rabreena
    Expert October 2021
    Rabreena ·
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    I would suggest, if you plan on wearing your garter(s), to wear both of them, but one on each leg and then make sure you let it be known as to which one is supposed to be the one that gets tossed.

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  • Marjoyrie
    Beginner October 2021
    Marjoyrie ·
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    Great freaken idea!!!!
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  • CountryBride
    VIP April 2022
    CountryBride ·
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    You can get a toss garter
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  • Fiona
    Super May 2024
    Fiona ·
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    We didn't do a garter toss at my wedding. I didn't feel comfortable with it so we just didn't do it. You don't have to do it if you don't want to and just keep the special one your aunt made. Smiley smile

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    Savvy September 2022
    Helen ·
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    This is what I was going to suggest too! The one you want to keep can be removed later-in private *wink, wink*

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  • Janae
    Devoted September 2021
    Janae ·
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    This is a great idea!!

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