Something old, something new
Something borrowed, something blue
And a silver sixpence in her shoe.

How about a new Bride and Groom bear! Mark the occasion with this symbolic pair. The bear groom in his top hat and tie presenting his beautiful bear bride with her bouquet, a diamond ring.

More symbolism... The old saying marks each items as good-luck tokens. Carrying all items on the bride's wedding day is supposed to ensure her a happy marriage. "Something old" is symbolic of continuity with the past and family. "Something new" represents hope for the new life ahead. "Something borrowed" is a reminder of the support from which she can depend on from family and friends. It is usually an item borrowed from a happily married friend or family member in which their good fortune may carry over to the new bride. The blue item has long been connected with symbols of purity, love, fidelity, and modesty in brides for centuries. Blue was even the popular choice of color for a wedding gown before the late 19th century. And lastly, though more obviously indicated by its mention of currency, is the optimistic sign of good wealth and financial security by the sixpence. The sixpence coin, minted in Britain from 1151 and 1967, was made of silver and worth 6 pennies. These days a dime or a copper penny is sometimes substituted and placed in the left shoe for optimum fortune.

(Included: Wedding Bride and Groom pair)

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