As one of the longest standing wedding traditions, wedding garters are still very popular. This tradition was originated in France, when any piece of bridal outfit was considered very lucky. So as not to have the bride’s gown or veil torn to pieces, tradition added garter. It is worn on the left leg just above the knee and is thrown by the groom. Whoever catches that it is supposed to be the next lucky man to get married.

If you like something very simple yet elegant, then you must have gorgeous lace garter with a satin bow is perfect the complete vintage look. Swarovski crystal and pearl accented garter accented with an organza and satin bow has a very stylish look. Some garters has removable charms. That charm may be worn again on a necklace or a bracelet. You can have charming garter with butterfly charm or silver charm on satin and organza with sheer and satin bows.

You can “something blue” as your wedding garter. This can be blue crush garter and tossing blue satin garter with double-layered bow, adorned with buckles or pins. In addition, you can have sky blue color garter. Some brides like to wear two wedding garters on her wedding day. This is because wedding garters become keepsake. Sometimes bride does not want the garter to be tossed off, in this can you can wear keepsake garter higher on her thigh and the other “toss” garter slightly lower. This way you can follow the tradition without missing special memories.

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