mythomod (mythomod) wrote in mythopooc, @ 2012-01-09 16:46:00 |
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zurvan weddings
As this will likely be needed: wedding traditions and more in Zurvan (with much help from Shi). Let's start with the colors and styles:
note: examples are style-wise, not necessarily color. remember: fantasy world!
CAMLANN has the most European medieval style gowns but none come in white. They tend to be brilliant reds, deep blues and other gem-like colors. Pale colors tend to be looked down upon as it's said they are not vivacious enough. Opposed to a veil, the bride often wears a hood that is then lowered before the vows take place.
Groom: they are expected to wear their best (think like the fashion on series Camelot or Game of Thrones).
Bride examples: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
GLASTHEIM being the most chilly, it's natural that pale colors or extremely dark ones suit here as well as whatever provides layers. Where as dark colors are more acceptable for men and pale for women, it's not unheard of for men to don something paler or for a woman to wear dark colors. Grey, lavender, very light blues and, of course, all sorts of white are the norm, however. Fur is usually necessary for style and warmth but not demanded.
Groom: they tends to wear a style of uniform that is almost military, accompanied by a cloak which is fur-lined. For extra formality, an ushanka can also be worn.
Bride examples: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
ILIUM has a Mediterranean touch but doesn't lack an Asian touch either. What matters to them are light weight fabrics that can be easily as removed as put on. Comfort matters but shame on you if you think they don't go all out on detail. Even the poorest of households will spend weeks on creating something magnificent for the bride. Pride runs deep. The acceptable colors tend to be all apart from very dark ones.
Groom: they will wear something as comfortable as his bride, something like a Greek chiton and himation.
Bride examples: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
MICTLAN minding the wicked heat that comes when it's not winter, this region likes to opt for more comfortable and simple styles like in Ilium. Usually, warm colors are chosen but blues and deep violets can be acceptable. They tend not to go heavy with the jewels and the like. Women often opt most for fresh flowers and some jewelry if they like. They also always wear something piece on their heads or in their hair, often a veil-type piece or majority of any of their gold jewelry. The men and women on both sides also paint their skin, creating lovely, elaborate designs. They are probably the most blended of regions.
Groom: they dress without worry of needing to show off wealth in clothing similar to a kurta or a barong Tagalog.
Bride examples: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
SVARGA also pay minds to its climate but it also will not skimp on color or flash of wealth. This area, above all, with their fierce noble pride, go pretty heavy with showing off wealth - but tastefully. There is a strong Asian style here and, like Camlann, they love their color. Both bride and grooms are equal in splendor.
Groom: they wear something similar to shalwar kamaaz.
Bride examples: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
CAMLANN: these tend to be midday and last until late night. It's also expected for the bride and groom hold back on dessert in public and share something in their chambers (the dessert being a honeyed one). There is an expected dance between the newlyweds, one that is merry and bound to flash a lot of ankle if not more. All in proper uninhibited spirit of the region. Often, there a play of some sort, mock sword fights and more dancing. As the time draws near for the two to depart to their chambers, the groom must plot a 'kidnapping' of his bride, which either becomes a very loud affair involving everyone's cheering encouragement or feigning protest to create another play of sorts or one that happens so skillfully that, sometimes, someone is sent up to listen and make sure the bride wasn't snatched by someone else.
There is also an old suspicion for the bride to carry something silver with her for good luck. The bride and groom also go to the location of their wedding together. They also go, side-by-side, to the priest opposed to the bride going to her waiting groom.
GLASTHEIM: these are most often during the warmest of months (which still aren't warm enough) but if done out of season, that's fine. They are never outdoors for obvious reasons and there is no say to when they should be done during the day for, again, chilly reasons. After the proper ceremony, the bride is often given spicy delicacies or hot drinks (all in small amounts) by guests closest to her while, right beside her, the groom is often given advice about how to keep his new bride warm (all in good taste and good humor). The mother of the bride is expected to lead her daughter to the bedchamber before the groom comes up. If the mother is not available, then someone as close as possible to a motherly figure.
It's considered good luck for both bride and groom to enter with their right foot first. The groom remains waiting for his bride near the priest but they clasp hands as the vows are being said and perhaps also to keep one another's hands warm. Among the less noble, there is a playful ritual of racing one's to-be to the stretch of carpet leading to the alter where the vows are said. Whoever gets their first is presumably the head of the household. The more noble and royal, however, have their own version of this, equally meant to be in good fun. After the vows are said, they attempt to step on the other's foot (stepping too hard is discouraged, of course). Whoever steps on the other's foot first will be considered the dominant one.
ILIUM: they tend to like to do things out by the water, midday. A pair of swans are released, allowed to waddle among the guests and it's good manners to feed them. The bride and groom leave together, her hand clasped in his with their wrists of those hands bound by a white ribbon. In privacy, it's expected for the bride to unbind them and for the groom to keep that ribbon. It's said to be very bad luck if he loses it during their marriage, giving the bride a right to possess all they own for his carelessness. Sometimes, the entertainers will even sing and dance right outside the door of the newlyweds.
A superstition of dark clouds on a wedding day is still held on to. Sometimes the whole wedding can be put off until more favorable weather shows. This includes the wedding night. The bride is encourage to carry ivy with her, to symbolism a hope for eternal love.
MICTLAN: weddings are usually early morning to late in the day to avoid the stress of heat should it not be winter time. They are often indoors but have been known to be done in tents or just plain outside on an excellent day. Flowers are in abundance, almost dizzyingly so. Merriment aside, the groom's family bind themselves in contract to the bride's family, to always help while the bride and groom both live. The groom often helps his bride up on his horse to take her away (should they be outdoors or in a location away from home). Should it be indoors, it's near-expected for him to pick up his wife to take her away (if possible).
It is in this region where it is strongly believe that the ring finger has the 'vein of love' that goes to the heart. This makes the moment of the ring being placed on the ring fingers very significant.
SVARGA: weddings usually take place late afternoon and go well into the night, sometimes into the early hours. They are often outdoors or in an area that isn't entirely inside. The bride and groom are allowed some time alone before dinner, to speak, perhaps change if they like into something less glittery. It's encouraged they help one another. Often, it's then that the new couple engage in martial relations but not always. It's not uncommon for the bride to change her clothing several times during the event.
There is a tradition of the bride and groom both peering together into a mirror after the marriage is complete, to acknowledge it's done. They also share a cup of wine but not before the groom feeds his bride seven almonds, seven being a lucky number. There is also a playful act of the groom's shoe being stolen by the younger members of the bride's side. It's then held for 'ransom' until the groom pays his shoe's kidnappers.
Keep in mind that not all regions celebrate in the same way as on Earth's Western world. For sake of sanity, there are bridesmaids and groomsmen, but no best men or maid of honor. Just individuals who are helping one side or another to prepare. The priest is simply a priest (not Father or anything else).
Religion goes only two ways in Zurvan: one that is monotheistic and the other polytheistic. The monotheistic merely worships the 'One True Lord' where as the polytheistic worships a number of deities, referring to them by what their function is. Such as an underworld/death god would be referred to as the 'S/He Who Takes Us'. For simplicity, it will be acknowledged that the polytheistic religion's deities have flexible gender.
Questions and comments can be put here. ♥