8 Strange Wedding Traditions from Around the World

The couple is covered in food and other substances

One of the most important things that should be chosen carefully at a wedding is the food because if the food isn’t good, your guests won’t feel comfortable and some of them will criticize the whole event – or at least this is a misconception found in many European countries, namely that they evaluate the wedding based on the food quality. However, it seems that wedding food is also important in Scotland, but in another sense, namely that it should be used to cover the couples’ bodies.

So, the Blackening is a Scottish wedding tradition performed a few days before the wedding ceremony. The family and friends of the couple organize this event and cover their bodies in food and other various substances, such as juice, eggs, dead fish, milk, flour and so on, and then the bride and groom have to parade through their community to promote their show. The point is to be seen by as many people as possible. This traditional custom symbolizes the hardship of their marriage and also brings good luck.

After this awkward show, the future bride and groom must be prepared for marriage, especially for the difficult times that can test their relationship.