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Blue at weddings derives from a popular rhyme that originated during the Victorian area - "Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, Lucky Sixpence in her Shoe."

Something Old - represents the link to the bride's old life and her family. Something New - signifies the couple's new life together as well as their hope for the future. Something Borrowed - originates from the idea that borrowing something from a happily married woman will impart similar happiness to the new bride. Something Blue - represents fidelity, love, and purity. Lucky Sixpence in her Shoe - signifies wealth, both financial wealth and a wealth of happiness.

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