Enjoying a Traditional Vietnamese Wedding

Most couples are given the choice between a simple, streamlined modern wedding or complicated and highly ritualistic traditional nuptials. There is no better way to experience a country’s diverse culture than by participating in one of its unique rituals or special ceremonies.
Experience the complex culture of Vietnam by having a wonderful and traditional Vietnamese wedding. (For more information on Vietnam, read Vietnam - Your destination to an exotic experience)
The Vietnamese Wedding

Traditional Vietnamese weddings consist of a wide array of ceremonies. The groom must first ask permission to have the bride, and visit the bride’s family to offer a gift of betel. The mother of the bride then gives the groom permission to receive the bride.

Upon reaching the bride’s home, the groom and his bride-to-be will then ask permission and blessing from the bride’s ancestors before the wedding. The couple will also ask the bride’s ancestors for protection and happiness for their future family

There is usually a huge banquet party with almost every single member of the bride’s and groom’s family in attendance. These days, the size of the banquet is usually smaller due to practical purposes.
Since Vietnamese weddings are highly spiritual in nature, the date and the time of the wedding ceremony must first be approved by an astrological expert or a fortune teller.
Contemporary Vietnamese Weddings
These days, blushing Vietnamese brides have at least three costume changes during the banquet. The bride usually dons two Western-style wedding gowns and a traditional Áo dài, which she has worn to the previous rituals and ceremonies.
Most modern Vietnamese weddings are infused with both western and eastern wedding practices to create the perfect balance between streamlined modern rites and complex traditional customs.
Vietnamese Wedding Attire
Expect the lovely Vietnamese bride to wear the glorious Ao mênh phu or the royal áo dài to her modern day Vietnamese wedding. The Áo mênh phu was once worn by the court ladies of the Nguyen dynasty. Today, this traditional garment is considered the height of elegance and style. If you enjoy reading this article, you’ll surely be thankful in learning how to plan a wedding on a budget.
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nightGEM676 said on, October 12, 2008
View 1 CommentsNice article! :) This is in Southern Vietnam, right? I'm just curious why the bride has to wear two Western-style wedding gowns, and then change later to a traditional gown? Does she wear the traditional gown for the celebration after the ceremony?