Forget designer wedding gowns—the Amish bride makes her dress, often in shades of purple or blue instead of traditional white. The dress is simple, modest, and free from lace or embellishments.

The bride’s parents’ house is a busy one on ... writes Beth Oberholtzer in “Amish Weddings: From Courtship to Celebration.” Probably how many (Amish) weddings I’ve attended, which ...