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This week on The Italian Radio Hour: The Bride’s Journey: Hidden Wedding Traditions of Molise.

Today, I have the great pleasure of welcoming Antonio Scasserra, Director of the MUVES – Museo delle Vestimenta in Campobasso, Molise.
Unlike most museums, MUVES is not housed in an official institution, but rather within the private residence of Antonio and his wife—a true labor of love and preservation.

The museum safeguards an extraordinary collection of traditional dresses, antique photographs, jewelry, and accessories, with a particular focus on the symbolism and rituals surrounding the bride’s preparation for marriage, known as the Parentezza.

Antonio and his wife themselves followed this tradition when they married, making their project not just cultural but also deeply personal. Their passion has brought Molisan traditions to an international stage, most recently at the 2025Expo in Osaka, Japan, where the beauty and symbolism of these garments fascinated audiences far from Italy.
We’ll explore how Antonio’s journey began, the meaning behind these traditions, and the importance of preserving them for future generations.

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