Great importance is attached to the bride's image on the wedding day. It is believed that a girl who has left her home and has not yet entered a new family is in increased danger. After all, she is deprived of the patronage of her kind. 
Pearls have long been loved and revered in Russia
Because of this, newlyweds observe many signs, sometimes not understanding their true meaning. For example, the question: can a bride wear pearls at a wedding has different answers.
The magical properties of pearls
In ancient times, people attributed mystical properties to the mineral created by shellfish. It was believed that the white stone protects against the evil eye, protects against the machinations of ill-wishers and evil spirits. Therefore, during the wedding, pearls became the protector of the young family for life.
Representatives of different nations at all times endowed pearls with rich symbolism. This mineral in various countries meant:
- In China he personified wisdom, emphasized the high status of the owner. The courtiers adorned their hats with gems, and the most senior official at the court used pearls.
- In India, it was a symbol of femininity and fertility.
Among the ancient Greeks and Romans, it was associated with the goddess of love Aphrodite (Venus) – namely, pearls are a drop of water that fell from the hair of the goddess. - In Persia, pearls are believed to appear at the intersection of the rainbow with the earth.
- In Muslim countries, it symbolizes a clear sky.
- In the East, it means a child, wife, beloved. Therefore, it is customary to give pearl jewelry for a wedding or in honor of the birth of a baby.
Pearls have long been loved and revered in Russia. They were used to decorate icons, festive robes of priests and princes, and wedding headdresses. In the northern part of the country, contradictory associations were associated with pearls: flat beads inspired thoughts of sorrowful tears, and round stones were considered symbols of tears of joy.
Women's energy is inherent in pearls, it symbolizes:
- beauty;
- the highest wisdom;
- a human soul hidden under a bodily shell;
- chastity;
- perfection;
- continuation of life.
It is no coincidence that in many cultures the pearl is a symbol of marriage, so such jewelry is appropriate for a wedding celebration. Other peoples regard the creation of molluscs as the image of heaven. Today, people have again begun to pay attention to the complex symbolic meaning of stones, but most women love pearls for their beauty and sophistication.
When choosing pearls for a wedding, you need to take into account that this mineral is not suitable for all zodiac signs.
It can positively or negatively influence its owner. It is recommended to wear pearls for representatives of the water signs of the Zodiac: Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio.
But representatives of the elements of the earth (Taurus, Capricorn and Virgo) and air (Gemini, Libra and Aquarius) are not recommended to wear this exquisite mineral. At the very least, you shouldn't wear it for long periods. But the wedding is just the case that allows you to break the rule.
It must be remembered that the mystical mineral 'gets used' to its mistress. Pearl jewelry cannot be re-donated if you have already worn it.
It is recommended to wear pearls for representatives of the water signs of the Zodiac: Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio
Bad superstitions
According to the omens, pearls at a wedding attract frequent tears in marriage to the young lady wearing it. The people argue that the marriage will not be happy, scandals, lack of mutual understanding, constant reproaches will “be registered” in the family. Dreams of the newlyweds about a happy union will flicker like fog. The case may even come to a divorce.
It is undesirable not only to wear, but also to give things decorated with pearls.
Such a gift promises tears, quarrels and turmoil in a young family. But if for such a present the newlyweds give a symbolic ransom (coin), but the effect of the omen is neutralized.
Esotericists associate pearls with the energy of the Moon, which has negative sides in the form of night fears, the rampant of dark forces. Pearls are also compared to petrified tears, they fall into the category of stones that bring misfortune. That is why pearls should not be worn at a wedding: the bride will face tears and misfortunes, bitterness and hopelessness, loss and widowhood.
Please note: bad luck concerns only natural minerals, and artificial pearls can be worn and given to a wedding.
Good omens
In contrast to bad omens, there are many good beliefs. For centuries, pearls were given and worn at weddings. The brushes of eminent masters captured the most beautiful attire of brides, decorated with white stones.
For a girl, pearls symbolize purity, innocence, chastity, protects the personal happiness of its owner. And as a gift from a man, he shows seriousness of intentions, confidence in his feelings.
The lion's share of the festive image of the bride lies in the dress. Most often it is white. In addition to this, jewelry of a similar color is asked for. In the old days, pearls were sheathed in a wedding dress to preserve its whiteness.
If the bride adorns herself with pearls, the groom can do the same.
But there are signs regarding almost every detail of the newlyweds' costumes. For example, it is believed that the groom should not wear a suit without jewelry.
The ideal way to tie the white dress of the bride and the black attire of the groom is to use uniform decor elements that serve as a connecting thread between the newlyweds. In addition to the common boutonniere in a jacket pocket, which is identical to the flowers in the bride's bouquet, there is a more sophisticated option, to indicate the unity of the couple.
If the bride adorns herself with pearls, the groom can do the same. He can decorate the lapel of the sleeves with a pearl, the fold of the cartana, use cufflinks or a tie pin inlaid with white polka dots.
The roots of the veneration of pearls as a wedding attribute can be traced back to ancient times:
- In Europe, pearl jewelry, which tied the hands of newlyweds, served as a symbol of the inviolability of bonds, the strength of the union until the end of days. The relationship of lovers became pure and reliable, without reservations and lies. This was the case in ancient times, but some newlyweds adhere to this tradition today.
- In ancient Rome, there was a tradition according to which the groom was obliged to present his beloved as a gift for a wedding a pearl necklace.
- In Russia, the groom gave his future wife a pearl jewelry. This was the first valuable gift, which later became a family amulet and was kept all his life. The newlywed had to put on a wedding gift. Then one pearl was sewn into a feather bed, which helped to maintain passion in the relationship, contributed to the appearance of healthy offspring.
There is a belief that pearls change their color when something bad happens. This is how an exquisite stone warns and protects its owner from danger. Therefore, in the old days, girls loved pearl jewelry, they certainly wore it at all important moments of life, not leaving aside the actual wedding celebration.
White balls are associated with weddings and are often the main decorative element. Pearl wedding jewelry has many opponents, but many more ardent supporters. Pearls adorn not only the dress, the headdress of the bride, but also the bouquet of the newlywed, glasses, which are a 'cup of happiness'. Pearls can be present on any element of wedding paraphernalia.
