Traditional Asian Weddings
For the Gown to the Reception
Asian weddings have a rich history of traditions that have been practiced for hundreds, even thousands, of years. Even modern-day Chinese weddings often include many of the traditions listed below. If you are about to attend or be a part of an Asian wedding, then be prepared to partake in an intricate, rich, and multi-faceted event.
Asian Wedding Gowns
Chinese wedding gowns are typically red. In Chinese culture this color signifies prosperity, love, and joy. This red color scheme is carried throughout traditional Chinese weddings. The wedding invitations, gift boxes, wedding flowers, and the home of the bride and groom are all decorated with red colors.
Day Before
In order to grieve the loss of her friends and family, it is an Asian wedding tradition that the bride spends the day before her wedding in seclusion with her nearest and dearest friends. It is on this day that the groom’s family delivers “uang susu” in a red basket to the bride and groom’s home. “Uang susu” is a term given to the items in the basket, which consist of the bride’s personal belongings.
Ceremony & Reception
Only immediate family members are invited to a traditional Chinese wedding ceremony. Directly following the ceremony, the bride is expected to serve tea to her in-laws. Once the couple arrives at their reception, they are welcomed and then invited to cut the wedding cake. If the couple chooses to have a more elaborate traditional Chinese reception, then the cake cutting would take place after a 9- or 10-course meal, myriad musical entertainment acts, and at least three outfit changes made by the bride.
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