Customs and Traditions

Typical Items You Will See at a Chinese Wedding

A traditional Chinese wedding has several very memorable symbols and items which make it unique. If you’ve ever attended a Chinese wedding yourself, you will have noticed two things about the décor: a proliferation of the color red, and the ubiquity of the double happiness (囍) symbol.

Traditional Chinese Wedding Trousseaux

In Chinese culture, the practise of giving gifts at weddings isn't reserved for the guests to the couple, as is mostly the case in Western nuptials. Since the bride is considered to be a gift from her family to the groom's in China, it is only the husband's family who give presents to the wife's. This is known as the wedding trousseau, or "hūn lĭ jià zhuāng" (婚礼嫁妆).

Sweet Tales of Romance: Ancient Love Stories of China

China is a nation of romantics. Chinese people adore love stories and have communally passed down many ancient tales of romance and love through the generations. Though there are literally hundreds of love stories in Chinese culture, there are several that are remembered most often and considered beloved tales.

Animals that symbolize love in China

Animal symbolism has a long history in Chinese culture. The famed zodiac animals are one such example of creatures representing notable characteristics and themes. However, this is not the only instance of Chinese animal symbolism; there are several creatures, both real and mythical, that represent romantic themes and ideas related to love.

Chinese Wedding Taboos and Things to Avoid

Chinese culture is often superstitious, so for as many auspicious aspects of a wedding that must be tended to, there are as many taboos and things to avoid. Some of these involve the bride and groom themselves, others are important for guests, and some include the décor or arrangement of activities.

Invitations for Chinese wedding
Traditional Wedding Card - Happiness
Unique Cards for wedding - double happiness
Chinese Wedding Invitations - Forever Together
Chinese wedding cards - Knot