3 years after the wedding: traditions and ways of celebrating

The most responsible and joyful event in the life of every person is marriage. Every year the marriage is getting stronger, and according to tradition, certain gifts are given and celebrations are held on such dates. The third anniversary of living together is considered the most interesting; it is characterized by its own customs and rituals.

After 3 years have passed since the date of entering the marriage union, the wedding anniversary begins, which is called leather. According to popular legends, after three years of living together in marriage, the newlyweds begin to understand each other well and all the troubles and resentments remain outside the threshold of the house. Their relationship is "overgrown" with strong skin, and mutual respect and love begin to reign in their life together. Therefore, the "leather" anniversary can be considered a serious claim for a long and lasting marriage.

A three-year family life in this case is equated to the skin, which is not afraid of water or dirt. During this period of time, the lovers have learned to co-ordinate life and solve problems. Their passionate and vivid feelings of love develop into a more reverent and caring relationship. Of course, the spouses had to endure many trials over these three years, but many pleasant moments and happiness await them ahead.

Each period of family life has its own steps, which the couple enters. The third anniversary is no exception. This is a serious date that symbolizes a long journey that has been walked together hand in hand. Leather wedding has its own interesting traditions, they go back to ancient times and are very popular nowadays.

• Before the anniversary comes, a young couple needs to ask for forgiveness from all offenders, distribute annual debts and cleanse the house of unnecessary items and things. According to legend, if you complete the above activities, then the family will receive prosperity, well-being and good luck.
• On the upcoming wedding day, the bride and groom need to wear leather goods, it can be handbags, belts, bracelets or shoes.
• A few days before the leather anniversary, it is recommended to perform a general cleaning in the house, while it is customary for a man to deal with the walls and ceiling, and a woman on the floor. After that, the young can go to the sauna together and carry out a complete body cleansing procedure.
• The main attribute of such a wedding is a spikelet of wheat; it is placed in a vase on the table or hung from the walls and ceiling.

• According to tradition, the celebration should start early, at about 10 o'clock in the morning. Parents tie a ribbon around the pair and sprinkle them with coins. After that, the newlyweds are served a rye loaf, which symbolizes prosperity and well-being in the house. It should be broken off piece by piece and eaten by the newlyweds in the presence of relatives.
• The celebration is usually organized by witnesses. They come up with funny contests with jokes and greet guests at the entrance.
• At the end of the feast, the guests raise a glass to the health of the young, wishing them eternal and strong love. Then the couple needs to break several plates for luck. The more fragments you get, the stronger the family will be.
• During the celebration, spouses need to dance, the first and last dance is considered especially important.
• It is customary to treat those invited to a leather wedding with red wine and meat dishes. This tradition has been adhered to since ancient times, because it is believed that it will bring the family a full bowl of prosperity and health.
• Before the start of the celebration, the bride should bake the dough in the form of animal figures, she should treat the guests with them. First of all, treats are given to relatives by the groom.
• An attribute such as a red apple is also placed on festive tables; they are often replaced by a loaf. According to legend, such apples are "healing" and they are given to sick people for a speedy recovery.

Cloudy and rainy weather is considered a bad sign on the wedding day, as it promises possible troubles and quarrels. To avoid this, the newlyweds are advised to leave early from the house, face the entrance and throw rye grains over their heads, say the following words: “The birds will bite the grain, they will take the sorrows and troubles from our house”.

To protect marriage from possible negativity, a ceremony also helps, during which the young are seated with their backs to each other and tied with a linen ribbon, saying: "The family continues, the family marriage is guarded, the linen thread is strong, the life of newlyweds is sweet." In addition, lovers are advised to wear wreaths of wildflowers during the celebration. Holding them over the heads of the couple, the witnesses need to say wishes for a long and happy life.

A leather wedding provides not only a certain celebration, but also special gifts. As a rule, heroes of the occasion are presented with items with elements or inserts of leather. It is considered a symbol of longevity. Compared to paper, it cannot be torn, which means that the relationship between a married couple will become stable and can withstand any adversity and difficult test. It is customary to hold this celebration in a close circle, but often newlyweds prefer to invite their closest friends and relatives. Therefore, going to such an anniversary, you need to know what kind of gift you should prepare. For this it is worth considering the following recommendations.

• If you are planning an anniversary with friends, then it is advisable for them to present a panel and a picture made of leather; a beautiful leather vase, wicker box or bottle will also be an original solution.In addition, a calendar or frames for photographs made of leather, designer chests, clocks with decorative trim, animal figurines can serve as an unusual souvenir. If the spouses plan to go on a "honeymoon" after the celebration, then they can be presented with an expensive leather suitcase. For a couple who love home comfort and modern design, leather book safes are suitable for storing documents and various things, key holders or book bars.

• For close relatives, a leather sofa will be an ideal gift. If the budget is limited, then you can replace it with a leather ottoman or an armchair that will take its rightful place in any hallway. A photo book can serve as a wonderful gift for a brother or sister, it can be individually ordered and filled with family pictures. A leather case for glasses or a stylish cosmetic bag will also be a great souvenir. Today in stores you can also find inexpensive leather-framed mirrors, bags and other jewelry.
• The most difficult task will be choosing a gift for a young spouse. It must be chosen taking into account not only personal preferences, but also the style of the husband. Most often, men for a leather wedding are presented with classic folders for documentation, belts, coin boxes or bags. To this list you can also add cigarette cases, notebooks, leather charms, beautiful watch straps and briefcases. A handmade souvenir will be no less original, it will contain a lot of love and warmth. For example, you can make leather key rings, slippers, pendants or handbags as a homemade gift.

• A special gift should be presented for the bride, which would highlight this wonderful date and remain for a long memory. You can buy a leather skirt, coat or jacket for your beloved. A good choice would be a leather cosmetic bag, a clutch, a stylish case for a mobile phone. From more expensive gifts, stylish brooches, jewelry with leather elements, fashionable belts and bracelets are suitable.

Although three years of life together are considered a small period, this is still the first anniversary that must be spent with dignity. It should be noted that this anniversary is not usually celebrated on a grand scale and with a feast. Usually, the celebration gathers only family members and closest friends. In order for the holiday to be remembered for a long time, you should carefully consider its organization. Since there will be few invited to the holiday, there is no need to rent a cafe or restaurant; it is best to celebrate the anniversary in a country house or simply go out into the countryside with a company.

The location of the celebration depends on the season and weather conditions. So, for example, in the hot summer, you can organize a celebration in a small country house or rent a mansion on the seashore. Here newlyweds, their relatives and friends will be able to fully enjoy their rest, and a cheerful toastmaster will help to improve the mood of the guests. On the site, it is recommended to beautifully arrange a wedding arch for the bride and groom, where they can give each other gifts and, in the presence of everyone, give another oath of love. On the backyard of the house, you can also place tables for guests. They should be decorated with original decor and covered in the appropriate style.

The celebration should be noisy and cheerful, with dancing. The dance of the young will open and end the holiday. It should be noted that the scenario of the holiday must be drawn up, taking into account the age category of the guests.If small children are present at the wedding, it is advisable for them to separately arrange a playground with a clown, there they can play enough and have a good time without disturbing the adults.

The compilation of a musical program is also considered an important point. All melodies must be selected in advance so that they smoothly replace each other. As for the festive menu, it should include fish, meat, red sparkling wine and a wedding cake. The sweet jubilee symbol needs to be made to order, with beautiful lettering and decor.

If the celebration of the anniversary took place in the winter, then the celebration can be held in a huge hall of the house, no less original. To do this, the room should be designed under the "skin". Tables for guests are set in the center of the room and a podium for the young is allocated separately. It is important to compose the scenario of the anniversary so that it contains contests, dances, and congratulations. At the end of the celebration, the bride and groom will dance and cut the wedding cake.

Playful jokes and contests will help to dilute the atmosphere. For example, the bride and groom should be blindfolded and find a spouse in the group of guests. Other contests will become no less funny: who will cut the cabbage faster, drive a nail or assemble a meat grinder.

Many spouses prefer to spend their holiday in the bosom of nature, arranging picnics in the countryside. Such a celebration can be decorated in a country chic style, where each of the guests will wear leather attributes.

For those young couples who have a family budget, you can order a restaurant or cafe, this will free the spouse from preparatory activities and cleaning. It is best to decorate the hall with the help of designers. To do this, you need to hang posters with the words: "Our family is three years old", as well as decorate the walls with balloons and leather ribbons. Collages from family and wedding photos will also look interesting in the hall. For those couples who like to have fun, karaoke and a yacht are available.

A romantic evening will also be a good option for a holiday. It has many advantages: saving finances and the opportunity to enjoy intimacy. At the same time, such a leather wedding can be organized at home by candlelight, or you can arrange a country trip with a photo session, horseback riding and airplane flight. In addition, such a trip can be planned for several days and arrange a mini "honeymoon".

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