The custom has been in place for so long that The Bachelorette spoilers have practically taken for granted at this point:

The newest Bachelorette is typically taken from the crop of women who appeared on that year's season of The Bachelor.

So the fact that ABC broke with tradition to cast Clare Crawley as the next Bachelorette is a testament to a lot of things.

Namely how unpopular this season's cast was, or at least that its stars were SO young and unprepared for marriage.

Enter Clare, a 38-year-old hairdresser from California who was engaged once before - and has been on this franchise.

Of course, it's been a while since Crawley was on our radar, so some denizens of Bachelor Nation may not know her.

Fear not, because we have everything you need to know about the woman who will soon be handing out the roses ...

1. Meet Your New Bachelorette

2. So Who is She?

3. A Seasoned Veteran

4. Not the Juan

5. International Intrigue

6. Peace Treaty