Traditionally, the month of June (which, coincidentally, is also my wife’s name) has always been the most popular month for couples to get married.
It is no surprise that most couples opt for a spring or summer wedding - the weather is warm and the flowers are in bloom (and are therefore more affordable). This is the perfect time for planning an outdoor wedding in a wider variety of available venues. June weddings may also be easier for guests to attend, since schools and universities are out of session. Additionally, the summer months are also better for most honeymoon destinations as well.
Historically, June has always been the most popular month for weddings – which was the reason why the term "June bride" was coined. The month of June was named after Juno, the Roman goddess of Marriage. During ancient times, it was thought that couples who married in June would be blessed with prosperity and happiness. In addition, there were also many logistical reasons for brides to consider June weddings. Brides married in June were likely to give birth to a first child in spring (which was also thought to bring good luck), and then recover in time for the fall harvest. Furthermore, during medieval times when bathing once a year was the norm (seriously!), a person's annual bath usually fell in May or June. As expected, right after their annual bath, many couples decided to tie the knot since each person was probably at their most presentable.
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