Wedding garters often come with their own set of queries! Which leg is the bridal garter worn on? What exactly is a wedding garter set? Should the wedding garter be a bridal shower gift from bridesmaids? Check out our most frequent and pressing bridal garter FAQ here.
Q: Which leg do I wear my bridal garter on?
A: Whichever is most comfortable to you! We've read and heard both answers... the left leg because your ring goes on your left hand... your left leg is closer to your heart... your right leg because it feels more natural to right handed folks. Because the bridal garter was historically worn on both legs for functionality purposes, there is no traditional right vs. left leg answer. Just make sure your toss garter (if you have one) is worn on the same leg as your keepsake bridal garter, and well below your keepsake bridal garter so that your groom grabs the correct garter to throw!
Q: What is a toss garter? Do I need one?
A: A toss garter is a secondary garter your wear in addition to your primary bridal garter. It is the garter that is tossed during the wedding garter toss at your wedding reception. You should consider purchasing one if you'd like to do a wedding garter toss and retain a garter as a wedding memento.
Q: I want to do the traditional garter toss, but don't want to lose my bridal garter! What should i do?
A: Purchase a toss garter! That way you can keep your primary wedding garter - it makes a lovely keepsake from your wedding day. And again, make sure your groom knows you'll be wearing two bridal garters, and that he should only grab the lower one!
Q: How far up my leg should my bridal garter sit?
A: Usually, brides find the wedding garter most comfortable when it's about 6" above the knee. Choose a spot on your leg that is most comfortable for you- every leg is different. When your bridal garter is worn high up on the leg, it can potentially rub against your inner thighs. If you wear a toss garter, don't wear it too far up your leg either - no need to have your groom digging underneath your wedding dress that long!
Q: How will I know if my bridal garter will show through my wedding dress? I don't want a lumpy looking leg!
A: Feel free to email us at hello@lagartier.com with a photo of your wedding dress and we'll try to advise you. Usually, most wedding dresses with layers of crinoline, or a thicker fabric, or a structure that sits away from your thigh, won't show a bridal garter.
Q: Do I buy my own bridal garter, or should it be a gift from my Maid of Honor?
A: Whatever you like-- there is no set tradition here. A bridal garters makes a perfect bridal shower gift or bachelorette party gift. Some brides view it as more of a bridal accessory than a gift, though, and love choosing their own!
