11/02/2026
Something Old, Something New… What does the rhyme really mean ?
Something old, something new,
Something borrowed, something blue,
And a silver sixpence in my shoe.
This Victorian rhyme is packed with symbolism that is meant to bless a marriage with love, luck, and prosperity.
Something Old - A connection to the past.
An heirloom or meaningful item that honours family and continuity.
Something New - Hope for the future.
A symbol of optimism and the fresh start of married life.
Something Borrowed - Shared happiness.
Traditionally borrowed from someone in a happy marriage so as to “borrow” their good fortune.
Something Blue - Love and fidelity.
Historically blue symbolised purity and loyalty and was a colour favoured long before white wedding dresses were popular. (And we get to thank (or blame) Queen Victoria for that trend!)
A Silver Sixpence in My Shoe -Wealth and prosperity.
A small silver coin placed in the bride’s shoe to wish the couple financial stability and good fortune. (It might not have been comfortable, but it was symbolic!)
The Modern Twist - From Sixpence to Sausage
Today, traditions have evolved and seem to have become a bit more creative.
In Germany, parts of Central Europe and increasingly here in the UK, some couples bury a sausage near the wedding venue to guarantee good weather. It’s believed to “appease” the weather and bring sunshine on the big day.
Different objects… same intention.
Whether it’s a coin for prosperity , a blue garter for loyalty or a buried banger for sunshine weddings are full of rituals designed to invite luck, love, protection, and happiness into a new chapter of life.
Tradition may change, but the heart behind it stays the same. So tell me… are you team heirloom elegance or team lucky sausage?
