Umbrella

Umbrella (傘 - Kau) is a type of paper umbrella that originated from the Nation. Other than the purpose of providing shade, oil-paper umbrellas are also traditional essential wedding items. In traditional weddings, the matron of honor would cover the bride with the oil-paper umbrella upon arrival to ward off evil spirits. Purple umbrellas are a symbol of longevity for the elders, while white umbrellas are used in funerals. Oil-paper umbrellas are also used as props in traditional dances and tea ceremonies. They can come in forms of paper or silk, and often waxed or oiled to be waterproof. They are an essential item to the Painted Lady as a status of symbol.
Umbrellas are usually given during traditional wedding ceremonies as an engagement present by the men side. When a consensus is built between the two families, the family of the man's side would hire an experienced man to propose a marriage in the woman's house. 
Category:Culture
Category:Wedding