Helping the bride hold an umbrella is not considered unlucky. It is a traditional wedding custom to hold an umbrella for the bride when she goes out, which is not considered unlucky. Otherwise, this wedding custom would not have been passed down to this day. If invited to hold an umbrella for the bride, there is no need to worry too much, just serve the bride well. The people who hold umbrellas for brides vary in different regions, depending on local customs. Usually, the people who hold umbrellas for brides are their mothers, brothers, sisters, etc., or they can be bridesmaids or other elders.
The symbolism of holding a red umbrella
1. Replace the red cap head
In ancient times, when brides went out, they were carried by matchmakers and covered with red scarves, with their feet not touching the ground. Nowadays, the process of getting married is gradually simplified. Generally, a red carpet is laid on the ground and a red umbrella is used instead of a red veil.
2. Spread branches and leaves
Umbrella "sounds like" scattered ", and opening an umbrella means spreading branches and leaves. Wishing the bride to have a precious child early after marriage and spreading branches and leaves for her husband's family.
3. Provide shelter from wind and rain
From the first step the bride takes out of the house, she must hold an umbrella and escort her until she gets on the car. Using a red umbrella can shield the bride from wind and rain, prevent her from being troubled by negative things, and bless her.
4. Not competing with heaven
In ancient times, when the bride got married, she was escorted to the sedan chair by a wealthy and virtuous female elder holding a red umbrella, because the bride held a great position on the wedding day, but could not compete with the heavens.