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Published 16:30 20 Oct 2018 BST
Updated 17:26 20 Oct 2018 BST

According to Brides, if this happened and the arrangement was cancelled, it brought shame on the family because of course, no one spared a thought for how this might feel for the poor woman who had her fate decided for her.
Today, it has evolved into a romantic tradition where the couple stay with their respective bridal parties, bridesmaids and groomsmen, before the big day so as to build up the anticipation for the momentous occasion.
Sadly, the tradition didn't originally have such a touching meaning!Explore more on these topics: