We've all heard the expression "something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue." But did you know that having something borrowed on your wedding day is supposed to bring you a lifetime of marital bliss? It's even better if the item comes from someone special (such as Mom or Grandma) who had a rock-solid marriage. Borrowing something from a happily married person on your wedding day is said to transfer some of their good fortune to your union.

However, the tradition has taken on a far more sentimental role in recent years. It's a way to remember someone who has had a significant impact on your life. Borrowing your mother's veil, a pair of shoes, a clutch, or a grandparent's handkerchief are some of the more traditional ways to cross something borrowed off your to-do list. Consider wearing the wedding gown that your mother or grandmother wore on her wedding day.

There are plenty of options for the modern bride and something to add to the tradition. Read on for 10 ideas to create your own happily ever after.

10 Ideas To Follow

A Family Recipe

Make your wedding menu more classic. Take a signature cocktail or appetiser recipe from your favourite restaurant. Alternatively, if you have a favourite dessert from your grandmother, incorporate it into your wedding cake or serve it separately.

Decorations for a Wedding

Save money by using something sentimental and borrowed that also fits your theme to set the tone at your venue. Other chic ideas include vintage vases, borrowed books, and art.

Hair Accessories

Borrow from your friends. Think headpieces, hair clips, and even tiaras. You can take them from your old friends who got married before you.

Lines for Your Wedding Vows

Don't worry, we're not suggesting you steal another couple's wedding vows. However, if someone close to you wrote their own, consider stealing a line or two that you particularly liked (with their blessing, of course).

A Piece of Jewellery

We understand that this appears to be one of the most traditional options for checking off that something-borrowed box, but there are ways to make it feel more modern. Don't settle for any old piece of jewellery. We love the idea of asking your mother or grandmother for something they wore on their wedding day or something they received as a gift from their other half.

Items for Your Table

Tablescapes are definitely in, and there are so many different components that can be used to add personality. Check with family and friends to see if they have any beautiful cloth napkins, trinkets, or even your grandmother's stunning silver or place settings to add to the table.

The Escape Vehicle

Are you planning a grand send-off? After the fireworks have been set off or the confetti has been thrown, you'll want to leave in style. Borrowing a beautiful vintage car or another decked-out ride can be an excellent way to add something borrowed to your wedding.

Bling a Bouquet

Why not incorporate a family member's jewellery in another way if you don't want to wear it? Add a pretty borrowed brooch to the back of your bouquet or wrap a delicate string of pearls around the bottom of the flowers.

A Surprise

If you enjoy being surprised, have a trusted friend or family member surprise you with your borrowed item. This will not add any additional planning to your list if you are a go-with-the-flow type of person. It also allows someone special in your life to add another meaningful piece to your special day.