One swedish custom that doesn't sound very conducive to dancing the night away is... The brides father places a silver coin in her left shoe, and the brides mother puts a gold coin in her right shoe. This way they will know that she will never go without.
A swedish bride will wear three wedding bands on her ring finger. The engagement ring, the wedding ring, and the third representing motherhood. The groom typically places both the wedding ring and motherhood ring on her finger during the ceremony.
The bridal crown is a tradition in Sweden as well. Worn directly on the brides head or over the veil it can be as simple as a ribbon or if true authenticity is desired made of myrtle leaves. The bridal crown by tradition is only allowed to be worn by virgin brides.
A traditional wedding dress may be a colorful costume that in the past would be associated with a peasants clothing. Today they are worn for festive occasions or as formal wear and can show a certain flair for the beautiful.
Shared among many other cultures the bouquet of flowers. In Sweden this was typically made from the strongest smelling flowers in the hopes that the smell would ward off evil creatures such as trolls.
One item that is very different in Sweden is the idea that the brides father will walk her up the isle. Instead, the bride and groom enter the church or venue together. It is also said that the first one to step over the threshold will be the dominant one in the relationship. It is also said that the one that says "I Do" the loudest will be in control of the marriage.
Speeches at a Swedish reception are given by anyone that wants, but it is traditional for both the brides and grooms fathers to speak first. The only requirement is that they first inform the toastmaster. The toastmaster is responsible for announcing the speaker. Anyone can give a speech though and at any time throughout the evening.
If the bride leaves the room for any reason other woman at the reception are free to kiss the groom. When the groom leaves the room other men will have a chance to kiss the bride.
Dinner will most likely consist of the traditional buffet known as a smorgasbord. Such items as herring, Swedish meatballs, cowberry jam, and other favorites. Throughout dinner traditional drinking songs may be sung. Glass clinking in order to make the bride and groom kiss works too.