Paid by the fiancé, la dot seals the union between two families and can consist of money, gifts or a mixture of both. It also represents a gesture of gratitude and recognition from the groom's family to the bride's family for raising and caring for the bride. La dot is a very controversial subject for the western world as many question the negative connotation behind it. Nonetheless, the ceremony is colourful mixture of joy, excitement and laughter! What a beautiful way to celebrate love! Congratulation to the newlyweds!
