Have you ever wondered what the significance of the aisle runner is in the wedding ceremony?   The history of the wedding aisle runner includes both practical and spiritual accounts. In the days of muddy streets, the wedding guests would track dirt and mud into the church. Not wanting to walk through the grime, an aisle runner was laid to protect the bride’s dress. After all the guests were seated, an usher would unroll the aisle runner to give her a clean path to the alter.

It is also said that in ancient times, it was believed that evil spirits lurked beneath the earth’s surface. The bride, considered to be pure, was therefore particularly vulnerable to these spirits. Fearing the spirits would rise up through the floorboards of the church, an aisle runner was laid for her to walk on to protect her from those spirits and preserve her purity.

Today, brides are selecting aisle runners to help customize their ceremony. You may want a basic white, or floral print, but have you ever considered selecting a runner that compliments your bridesmaid gowns?  How about having your monogram embroidered on it?   Below, you can find many ideas to help customize YOUR wedding!!!
Mr. And Mrs. Right Pillowcases

Mr. And Mrs. Right Pillowcases

$22.00 4h 15m
"Two Shall Become One" Aisle Runner

"Two Shall Become One" Aisle Runner

$39.95 4h 57m
 AND THE TWO SHALL Wedding Church Printed Aisle Runner

AND THE TWO SHALL Wedding Church Printed Aisle Runner

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$34.99
$39.99
6h 5m
AISLE RUNNER - 45" WIDE X 25FT LONG SEAMLESS 62 COLORS

AISLE RUNNER - 45" WIDE X 25FT LONG SEAMLESS 62 COLORS

$71.50 6h 44m
AISLE RUNNER - 45" WIDE X 50FT LONG SEAMLESS 62 COLORS

AISLE RUNNER - 45" WIDE X 50FT LONG SEAMLESS 62 COLORS

$143.00 6h 47m
AISLE RUNNER - 45" WIDE X 75FT LONG SEAMLESS 62 COLORS

AISLE RUNNER - 45" WIDE X 75FT LONG SEAMLESS 62 COLORS

$214.50 6h 49m
AISLE RUNNER -45" WIDE X 100FT LONG SEAMLESS 62 COLORS

AISLE RUNNER -45" WIDE X 100FT LONG SEAMLESS 62 COLORS

$286.00 6h 54m
And Two Shall Become One Wedding Aisle Runner NEW 100ft

And Two Shall Become One Wedding Aisle Runner NEW 100ft

1 $29.99 6h 57m
AISLE RUNNER -- 36" WIDE X 75-FT LONG -- 62 COLORS

AISLE RUNNER -- 36" WIDE X 75-FT LONG -- 62 COLORS

$120.00 7h 14m
50'  WHITE LACE WEDDING AISLE RUNNER

50' WHITE LACE WEDDING AISLE RUNNER

- $13.90 10h 27m
Wedding Aisle Runner with Pull Rope

Wedding Aisle Runner with Pull Rope

8 $10.50 11h 53m
50' White Lace Wedding Aisle Runner with Pull Rope

50' White Lace Wedding Aisle Runner with Pull Rope

- $19.99 17h 19m
And Two Shall Become One Wedding Aisle Runner NEW 100ft

And Two Shall Become One Wedding Aisle Runner NEW 100ft

- $29.99 17h 28m
WHITE WEDDING AISLE RUNNER 50' FRENCH LACE DESIGN

WHITE WEDDING AISLE RUNNER 50' FRENCH LACE DESIGN

$29.00 23h 35m
100ft Deluxe Blue Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

100ft Deluxe Blue Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

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$34.99
$39.99
1d 1h 7m
200ft Deluxe Red Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

200ft Deluxe Red Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

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$62.99
$69.99
1d 1h 7m
50ft Deluxe Blue Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

50ft Deluxe Blue Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

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$24.99
$29.99
1d 1h 7m
50ft Deluxe White Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

50ft Deluxe White Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

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$24.99
$29.99
1d 1h 7m
125ft White Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

125ft White Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

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$24.99
$29.99
1d 1h 7m
200ft Deluxe White Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

200ft Deluxe White Fabric Wedding Aisle Runner

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$62.99
$69.99
1d 1h 7m
There are many traditions involved in getting married. From “jumping the broom” to borrowing a piece of bridal jewelry—the traditions are many. Most people practice wedding traditions without having a full understanding of their origins. Have you ever wondered why the bride walks down the aisle on a white aisle runner? History tells us that using an aisle runner helps to ward off evil spirits. It was once believed that evil spirits lived beneath the floor and in order to keep the spirits away from the bride, the white runner was used to protect her purity. Today, the aisle runner is used to protect the brides dress from getting dirty.

What does the unity candle symbolize? The lighting of the unity candle is a portion of the wedding ceremony, which symbolizes the coming together of two individuals. The side candles represent the bride and groom, while the center candle is symbolic of their lives coming together as one. Often, the center unity candle is embellished with two metallic rings to represent the bride and groom’s bridal jewelry. Some couples have chosen to use the lighting of the unity candle as a demonstration of both families uniting. In this case, the parents are invited to participate during this portion of the ceremony.

Jewelry plays an important role in wedding ceremonies. Depending on the era and cultural background, bridal jewelry can have religious, superstitious, or sentimental origins. The traditional wedding band is a symbol of the bride and groom’s eternal love for one another. In Western culture, wedding rings are worn on the third finger of the left-hand because the Romans believed that this finger has a direct link to the heart. In some countries, the engagement ring is worn on the left hand and is transferred to the right hand after the couple is married.

It is a common practice for the bride to toss her bouquet after the wedding ceremony. In England, the women would attempt to tare remnants from the bride’s gown and bouquet in order to gain good luck. In an effort to escape these women, the bride would toss her bouquet in the air and run for dear life. Today, catching a tossed bouquet symbolizes that the holder will get married next. This superstition has evolved from a brides attempt to get away from her female guests to a fun celebratory episode between family and friends.

These are just a few examples of the many wedding traditions in which we participate. Understanding the symbolism behind the aisle runner, unity candle, bridal jewelry, and tossing the bouquet are important. Why follow a practice that you really do not identify with?

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