Why you Need to Toss your Bouquet

Embrace the Tradition of Tossing Your Bouquet in the Riviera Maya

At destination weddings, couples often skip traditional reception activities, like tossing the bouquet, to avoid singling out single ladies. However, there’s a rich history behind this tradition worth considering.

Historical Significance

In England and France, the tradition of the bouquet toss dates back centuries. Women would try to rip pieces of the bride’s dress and flowers for good luck. To escape, the bride would toss her bouquet and run away, diffusing the frenzied atmosphere and adding a playful element to the festivities. Over time, this evolved into the bouquet toss we know today, symbolizing the passing of good fortune and happiness from the bride to another woman​​​.

Mayan Tradition

In Mayan culture, flowers are believed to absorb the couple’s love energy during the ceremony. The bride can either keep the flowers, trapping the energy, or give them away, allowing the positive vibes to spread and return over time. It’s encouraged to give away the bouquet to keep love and positive energy flowing.

Modern Twist

While the ancient Mayans didn’t intend for bouquets to be thrown at single ladies, embracing this tradition in the Riviera Maya can add a meaningful touch. Consider tossing your bouquet for all women, not just singles, to share the love and positive energy of your special day. This inclusive approach can be fun and inspiring.

Photographic Fun

From a photographer’s perspective, bouquet toss photos can be some of the most entertaining and memorable of the night. So, why not embrace this tradition and create lasting memories?

Adding Personal Touch

To make the bouquet toss even more special, you can share the Mayan symbolism with your guests. Explain that by tossing the bouquet, you’re spreading the love and positive energy of your wedding day to others. This can add depth to the tradition and make it more inclusive and meaningful.

Practical Considerations

If you’re worried about singling out single ladies, invite all the women to participate in the bouquet toss. This approach can make everyone feel included and excited about the tradition. You might even consider having a smaller bouquet or a different type of floral arrangement specifically for the toss.

Conclusion

In different cultures, the bouquet toss has unique variations. For instance, in Greece, the bride traditionally throws a pomegranate instead of a bouquet to symbolize fertility and prosperity. In some parts of Italy, brides will carry a sheaf of wheat, symbolizing fertility and abundance, which they toss instead of flowers. Embracing these cultural nuances can add a unique twist to your wedding and make it even more memorable.

By embracing both the historical and Mayan traditions of giving away your flowers, you can add a unique and meaningful element to your wedding celebration in the Riviera Maya. This can create a memorable experience for you and your guests, filled with love, positive energy, and joy.

Dean Sanderson
Cancun Wedding Photographer