The four-color ceremony for marriage proposal is also known as the four box ceremony. Customs vary in different regions, and the content included in gifts also differs. In the Northeast region, noodles, meat, wine, chicken, or fish symbolize smoothness, good fortune, and abundance. In Shaanxi region, rib meat, wine, tobacco, and lotus vegetables are used to seek good luck. The four-color ceremony is a way of giving gifts with regional characteristics and customs. The four colors represent the four seasons, symbolizing a year from beginning to end, with meanings such as perfection and happiness. It is a blessing from younger generations to their elders.
What should be noted when proposing a marriage
1. Pay attention to clothing and appearance: Clothing must be appropriate and tidy, and appearance should be clean and neat.
2. Don't go empty handed: When you go to the bride's house to propose, don't forget to bring some small gifts. This is a form of politeness and respect for elders. Although they may say they don't need to be polite, they will be happy in their hearts.
3. Smiling face: Never wear a frown on your face, show your sincerity and smile. This will add a lot of points to the score.
4. Respect: Respect the requests or opinions raised by the female party as much as possible, and handle them according to their regulations. Otherwise, if there is a disagreement, the atmosphere on the spot may become too tense.
5. On time for the appointment: Never be late. If it is due to traffic congestion or other force majeure factors, be sure to call and inform us that you will arrive slightly later.
6. Departure at noon: The male party must leave at noon (11am to 1pm is called noon). Please arrive at the female party's house around 10am and leave before noon.