Between Tulle and Tears

Ritual Practices of Bridal Fashion

What should I wear? This may be an everyday question, but it becomes even more sig-nificant on special occasions—particularly during rites of passage, such as weddings. Above all, the choice of a bridal gown is at the center of attention, which is also reflect-ed in diverse (social) media portrayals: guidebooks and fashion blogs offer advice on how to find the perfect wedding dress…