Who carries the shoes in marriage generally

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In wedding customs, carrying SHOES is usually done by the bride's younger brother, sister, or close relatives of the bride, such as nephews, nieces, etc. In most cases, unmarried people are chosen to carry shoes.

1、 The etiquette of lifting shoes for the bride

It is generally a local custom to ask the bride's relatives to lift shoes for her during marriage, mainly to seek a good dowry. Usually, when the groom carries shoes for the bride, he will give a red envelope.

So there is no particular rule for lifting shoes for the bride, just follow the customs.

2、 How much is a suitable red envelope for carrying shoes

The amount of the red envelope for carrying shoes can be given according to local customs and habits, and can be used as a reference by looking at how many people around are getting married.

Usually, it is common to package a red envelope of 100 or 200 yuan.

The red envelope for lifting shoes can also end with auspicious numbers, such as 6, 8, and 9, and can be wrapped in 166 yuan, 168 yuan, 188 yuan, and so on.

When preparing the red envelope for carrying shoes, you can discuss with the bride how large it should be.

Recommended amount:

166 yuan: It means always smooth, smooth all the way.

166.6 yuan: represents a smooth journey in life.

168 yuan: It means all the way.

178 yuan: Refers to sending together.

188 yuan: represents eternal wealth and prosperity.

199.9 yuan: Refers to a lifetime of longevity.

199.99 yuan: Refers to blessings or kindness towards someone.

200 yuan: Take even numbers, common integer red envelopes.

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