However, still a certain number of brides choose traditional wedding Kimonos. There are two types of wedding Kimonos. One with the gorgeous design in black shown in the center photo is called "Iro-uchikake (Color Wedding Kimono), and the other, which is completely white kimono, in the right hand side photo is called "Shiromuku (Innocent White Kimono).
They look very different, but accessories are the same for both costumes, such as a fan, a cosmetic case, and a Samurai dagger. A dagger? Yes, a traditional wedding Kimono always includes a dagger as indicated by the yellow arrows on the photos. The reason for a dagger is because these wedding style was performed during Samurai era. Actually these wedding Kimonos are for Samurai class families. Since Samurai families were in the military caste, daughters of Samurai had to carry a weapon to protect themselves on their own and even at their weddings.
Of course nowadays it's just perfunctory, and the dagger may not be sharp. However, comparing bridegrooms wearing traditional wedding Kimono without any weapons it's funny to see only bridal costumes keep the Samurai tradition.
In addition, the special head cover for brides in Kimono, which is shown in the center photo, is called "Tsuno-kakushi (Hide-horn)" which apparently was used to hide brides' strong horns on their heads. So, be careful! Japanese brides may be very strong even if they look beautiful!
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