Merry & Married! 💍

When it comes to wedding traditions, brides everywhere love adding meaningful touches and customs to their big day. From "something borrowed and blue" to family heirlooms, these traditions turn a beautiful celebration into something even more special. One of the most cherished wedding traditions is the Bridal Trunk—a keepsake box that holds memories, mementos, and treasured heirlooms to be passed down through generations. For newlyweds or newly engaged couples, a Bridal Trunk makes a perfect Christmas gift, offering a beautiful way to preserve their love story and wedding memories for years to come.

Below, we’re excited to share some unique bridal traditions (thanks to our wonderful VIP Group!) that you might want to include on your wedding day. And to make these moments even more memorable, we’ve highlighted a few thoughtful keepsakes from Petite Keep to help you treasure these memories in style.

Bury the Bourbon – A Southern Tradition

For many brides, especially in the South, it’s tradition to bury a bottle of bourbon at the wedding venue before the ceremony as a good-luck charm for clear skies on the big day. After saying "I do," couples often dig up the bottle and share a celebratory sip as husband and wife. To continue the tradition, keep the empty bottle in your bridal trunk to commemorate the day—and maybe even make it a tradition to share a toast each anniversary!

The Heirloom Veil with Sewn Initials

One of the sweetest heirloom traditions is passing down a single veil from one bride to the next, with each bride sewing her initials and wedding date onto the delicate fabric. After your big day, store this treasured veil in your Bridal Trunk and tuck it into a Petite Keep Petite Pouch to keep it safe and prevent any snags or damage. Your veil will be beautifully preserved for future brides in your family to carry forward.

A Meaningful Breakfast with Parents and Siblings

The wedding day can feel like a whirlwind, so why not start the morning with a quiet breakfast shared with close family? Many brides love this small, meaningful tradition—a moment to share stories, words of love, and laughter with parents and siblings before the festivities begin. Petite Keep’s Milestone Cards are perfect for documenting each step of your wedding journey, including these precious family moments. Tuck these cards into your bridal trunk, along with handwritten notes or letters to family members, as a heartfelt way to reflect on the love and support that shaped your journey to the altar.

Saving Rainwater for a Future Baptism

If it rains on your wedding day, consider it a blessing! In many cultures, rain symbolizes good luck and prosperity, so why not capture some of that “good luck” rainwater in a small bottle? Many couples save it to use in a future baptism or family blessing. (Thank you for sharing, Shelby C.)! 

Petite Keep Bridal Gift Ideas: 

• Petite Pouches: Our Pouches are acid-resistant; keeping your most precious items intact, clean, and secure for years to come!
• Milestone Cards: Perfect for engagement announcements, table numbers, or jotting down sweet memories on the back. These versatile cards make an ideal gift for the newlyweds to capture every cherished moment along their journey!
• Flower Girl and Ring Bearer Crowns: Gift these sweet crowns as a special thank-you to your flower girl and ring bearer. They’ll love having a keepsake to remember their important role in your big day!
• Heart Padlocks: Give your bridal party a heartfelt keepsake by customizing these charming heart padlocks with their name or monogram.
• Quick Ship Bridal Trunks: Running short on time? Our Quick Ship Bridal Trunks are ready to ship and arrive at your door in just two weeks! Each trunk is pre-customized with beautiful details, making it a perfect, thoughtful gift that the happy couple will cherish for years to come! 

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