After the couple are crowned in a Russian Orthodox ceremony, they race to stand on a white rug because it is said that whoever steps on it first will be the master of the household. A good incentive to get fit for the big day!
Ukrainian couples share sacred wedding bread that is decorated with symbols that represent the union of two families and eternal love. This ‘korovai’ replaces wedding cake
A pine tree, which symbolizes luck and fertility, is planted at a Swiss couple's new home
Ask your guests to participate in the traditional Hungarian wedding procession, either by marching to the bride's home or escorting you to the groom's house or the venue
If you are a Hungarian bride, then give your groom either three or seven handkerchiefs for luck and he should give you a bag of coins in return
Guests dance with the Hungarian bride at the reception, and give small coins in exchange for a kiss.
