If the 7th Month is the month for ghosts, then what is the 8th month for? Some might say it’s just as scary – or maybe even scarier. The 8th Month is the month for weddings! Chinatownboy talks about some of the traditions and superstitions associated with the 8th month of the Chinese Lunar Calendar.

What are some of the Chinese traditions when it comes to marriages? chinatownboy writes:

But of course, some traditions will remain. Nothing is complete with the serving of tea to the elders. It was the moment of recognition of the marriage of the couple. Official civil marriages do not seem to count, except for the application for an HDB flat or for less than pleasant matters. Customary marriage was the event that most families must have. There are always somethings in the newlywed’s bedroom that must have. There are still grannies and aunties to fuss over the hundred and one small things to look into. Customs vary from dialect group to dialect group, from village to village (in China). Red for most Chinese, and maybe pink for the Teochews? The Hokkien would have a complete bathroom set with spitoon as well.

Read more about the month of weddings in 8th Moon: The Month of Weddings.