Buying a suitcase for marriage is a traditional wedding custom passed down from ancient China. In ancient times, before daughters got married, parents would prepare two wooden boxes and place grain, rice, money, and other items inside, symbolizing abundant harvests and a prosperous family, which is a beautiful blessing for their daughters' future life. Nowadays, considering practicality and convenience, most couples choose suitcases, which are easy to carry and can be used to store dowry items and luggage money. They can also be used on honeymoon trips or in daily life without causing waste.
1、 The function of a wedding suitcase
1. Equipping dowry items
When the bride gets married, parents will prepare many dowry items for their daughter to take to her husband's house, such as clothing, daily necessities, a four piece bed set, kitchenware, and so on. Due to the large number of items and inconvenient transportation, luggage has become a good carrier. In addition, the dowry box is often red, which looks very festive and in line with the happy atmosphere of marriage.
2. Packing box money
In addition to dowry items, parents also put box money in the box. The amount of this money is often relatively large, which poses a safety hazard when carrying it with them. It is safer to keep it in the box. And the box money is usually used for emergency use by the daughter in the future, representing the parents' love and reluctance towards their daughter. When I arrived at my mother-in-law's house, she needed to give me another sum of money to open the box.
3. Used for honeymoon after marriage
Buying a wedding suitcase can also be used for honeymoon after marriage. Most wedding suitcases are 20 to 24 inches, which is sufficient for short trips for two people. In addition to honeymoon travel, it can also be frequently used for business trips and outings in the future, with multiple benefits and strong practicality.
2、 What are the considerations for dowry boxes
1. Box color
Marriage is a joyous occasion, and red or pink boxes are suitable for creating a festive atmosphere. It is advisable to avoid choosing cool colors such as black or gray.
2. Number of boxes
The wedding box is usually two, meaning good things come in pairs. One is used to store clothing and daily necessities, and the other is used to store cash or valuable jewelry.
3. Box style
There are various styles of wedding boxes, including wooden boxes, travel boxes, and leather boxes. You can choose according to your needs. If there are many dowry items, choose a larger box size.
4. Packing time
The dowry box usually needs to be packed the night before the wedding, and the box for the bride's personal use can be packed in the morning of the wedding day.
5. Box size
The common size of dowry boxes is 20 inches or 24 inches. If there are many dowry items, you can choose a 24 inch box with a large volume and sufficient capacity; If there are not many dowry items, choose a 20 inch box that is lightweight, compact, and easy to transport.