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Wedding custom around the would (12)
Italy：Ribbons signify the tying together of two lives. A ribbon is tied a cross the front of the church door to symbolize the wedding bond. Wedding guests have for centuries tossed confetti1）（sugared almonds2））at the newly-weds. Sometimes, these decorate each place at reception tables--pretty little porcelain3） boxes or tulle4） bags called bomboniere, which are personalized with the couple’s names and wedding date--to symbolize the sweet（sugar）and bitter.
Russia：Wedding guests don’t only give presents--they get them. The bride gives friends and relatives favors of sweets. They give her money after the wedding. After the couple are crowned in a Russian Orthodox ceremony, they race to stand on a white rug5）. It is believed that whoever steps on it first will be the master of the household.
Spain：The groom gives thirteen coins to the bride, symbolizing his ability to support and care for her. During the ceremony, she carries them in a special purse, or a young girl carries them on a pillow or handkerchief. Wed ding guests dance a sequidillas manchegas at the reception, during which each guest presents the bride with a gift.
