61 OI magazine e father of the groom and the bride wears the Val Gardena costume with the overcoat, like all married men. He prominently wears a silver watch chain, indicating a certain level of economic well-being. e grandfather also wears the overcoat but with a woollen cap. Neighbours were very important in the lives of the bride and groom because they provided help in all times of need, and it was crucial to establish a good relationship with them. e neighbours who lived in the rst house on the road leading to the church were invited to the wedding. e female neighbour wears a red shirt or jacket, while the male neighbour wears the bagana costume. e wedding procession also included the hostess (ostessa) and the host (oste), both of whom wore white aprons because they had to work on the day of the wedding. ey had to ensure that the wedding meal was exquisite and accompanied by good wine. e hostess wears a short-sleeved shirt and carries the keys to the cellar. e Hostess and the Host e largest “Wedding Parade” is represented every year on the rst Sunday of August: in 2024, it will be in Ortisei, in 2025 in Selva, and in 2026 in Santa Cristina. is procession includes members from all the Val Gardena costume associations along with various musical bands from Val Gardena. e members of the Val Gardena costume associations pass on their knowledge about the costumes to interested individuals and future generations to ensure that traditions and such knowledge endure over time.
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