The wedding garter is very much part of wedding custom as the bridal bouquet toss. It is the swatch of satin and lace that is worn high on the bride’s thigh. At the reception, the groom kneels in front of the blushing bride and removes the wedding garter. Then, just like the bouquet, the garter is tossed by the groom but not to a waiting crowd of women, but to the gathered bachelors.

To help you pick a wedding garter, here are some tips to help you.

1. Know where to purchase the wedding garter that is just right for you. You can either shop at bridal boutique or over the Internet.

2. Look at the different designs then choose the one you like best. Just like any accessories, wedding garters come in different colors, designs and sizes. Lace wedding garters, satin wedding garters and silk wedding garters are the traditional designs.

3. Choose the one that fits perfectly: not too loose and not too tight. You wouldn’t want to feel so uncomfortable during the entire event.

4. A wedding garter doesn’t need to be expensive. Why spend generously on something that your groom will just throw away?

5. If you prefer, you can make your own wedding garter. Creating a wedding garter is not so complicated, you can even find some instructions online on how to sew one.

Aside from following traditions, the important thing to consider about wedding garter is that it should be comfortable. Whatever design you choose, whether you buy or decided to make one, make sure that you can spend several hours of your special day wearing it without constricting your thigh.