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Laura
Champion June 2010

Wedding Superstitions - Ringing bells

Laura, on April 17, 2018 at 11:05 AM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 30

How much do you buy into this wedding superstition ? It's an Irish tradition to ring bells at a wedding to keep evil spirits away and ensure a harmonious family life. Some brides even attach small bells to their bouquets, some incorporate bells into their receptions by having guests ring bells to...

How much do you buy into this wedding superstition ?

It's an Irish tradition to ring bells at a wedding to keep evil spirits away and ensure a harmonious family life. Some brides even attach small bells to their bouquets, some incorporate bells into their receptions by having guests ring bells to cue the newlyweds to kiss, and some attach bells to ribbon wands for the grand exit.

Are you using bells on your wedding day?


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30 Comments

  • Jacquelyn
    Dedicated October 2018
    Jacquelyn ·
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    My fiancé is Irish. We will be incorporating bells but haven’t decided how. Also a tiny horseshoe tied onto my bouquet!

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  • Laura
    Champion June 2010
    Laura ·
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    Nope, I don't think there were any bells involved on our wedding day!

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  • Kristina
    Master August 2018
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    I've literally never heard of this! It's kind of cute though!

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  • Jessica
    Super May 2019
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    I didn't know it was a superstition but FH's family is Irish and I think it'll be a neat touch as part of their tradition.

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  • Sarah
    VIP July 2018
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    My ring bearer is actually a bell bearer. We love music and can use any help we can get!

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  • rica
    VIP September 2018
    rica ·
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    I hadn't thought of this, but I love bells and love the concept.

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  • S
    Just Said Yes August 2018
    Shanna ·
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    No bells for us
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  • T
    Beginner May 2018
    Tiffany ·
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    Never heard of this and won't be ringing bells
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  • T
    Beginner October 2018
    tiffany ·
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    I might try it
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  • Tara
    Master May 2020
    Tara ·
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    Heck to the no! I already hate the attention on me and it would draw even more attention if people hear a bell.
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