Here at WhereBridesGo.com , we are all about weddings! Occasionally, we like to look back and find out where some of the things that we associate with weddings originally came from. After looking through our selection of ring bearer pillows and ring pillow alternatives , it got us wondering how the tradition of having a ring bearer began. Here's what we found out. The Ring Bearer Role The ring bearer has the very important job of getting your brand new wedding rings safely down the aisle. This role is usually given to a young boy that is a family member or a friend's child, often under the age of ten. Due to the age factor, couples usually choose to let the ring bearer carry symbolic rings rather than the actual wedding rings. The guests can't tell the difference, especially when the pillow or box that he's carrying is as adorable as the young man. The Original Ring Bearers This wedding tradition has been around for a very long time in many countries. In an...