1.** Introduction of the matchmaker * *: In small towns in the south of the Yangtze River, the matchmaker usually plays an important role in the process of marriage. They are responsible for transmitting information to the families of both parties, coordinating the requirements and conditions of both parties, and finally "deciding the marriage".
2.** Gua * *: This is an ancient custom in a small town in the south of the Yangtze River, which is used to determine whether the eight characters of a new couple and their families match.
3.** Bridal gift * *: Bridal gift is a bride price given by the man's family to the woman's family, showing respect and recognition for the woman.
4.** Sedan Banquet * *: After the engagement, the man's family will hold a formal banquet for the woman's family, which is called "Sedan Banquet". This is the last time that the woman's family showed hospitality to the man's family.
5.** Stay for Mother's Meal * *: On the day before the wedding, the man's family will hold a grand banquet for the relatives and friends of the woman's family, which is called "Stay for Mother's Meal". This is a gratitude to the woman's family for their kindness in raising her for many years.
6.** Weeping wedding * *: Before leaving her parents' home, the bride will sing a crying wedding song to express her disappointment with her family and relatives.
7.** Wedding Ceremony * *: In Jiangnan town, newlyweds usually choose to hold a wedding reception in the hotel, and there will be some traditional wedding ceremonies, such as the couple toasting and sprinkling candy.
These are just some common wedding customs in Jiangnan towns. Actual customs may vary from region to region and from individual to individual.