Sending round fans means happy reunion. The shape of a round fan is usually circular, so it is also known as a Hehuan fan. It originally referred to a blessing for newlyweds, and later gradually extended to a blessing for a family. Giving a round fan can wish the newlyweds a happy and prosperous family, and is a very auspicious gift. At the same time, "fan" sounds the same as "goodness", and the group fan also symbolizes kindness, good deeds, and represents the beautiful expectations for newcomers.
When should we use the wedding fan
1. Used when going out
When the bride goes out from home, she will use a round fan, which means to cover up her shame. In Chinese people's impression, women should be shy, so on the wedding day, she will be shy when facing many guests and her husband, so she should use a fan to cover up. Another reason is that when daughters get married, there is a custom of crying. The bride is worried that her makeup will be ruined and not look good, so she will use a fan to cover it up.
2. Used at the time of ritual completion
In the past, the round fan had the same function as the red hood. Generally, the round fan was used by the bride to cover her face before the worship hall. Putting down the round fan is also called "Quefan", which represents a couple who have worshipped heaven and earth and have officially become husband and wife. That's why they put down the round fan.