How to Create Intentional Moments with Your Friends & Family on Your Wedding Day
Weddings, even smaller ones, can be hectic without a plan. How many of us know someone who barely remembers their wedding day because they were so stressed? How many of us know couples who didn’t even get to eat dinner at their own reception?
Weddings are supposed to be celebrations spent with some of the most important people in your life!
How can you make intentional choices to be sure that is true for your wedding?
Choose a photographer who will work with you to create a timeline for your day
I cannot over-emphasize the necessity of having a timeline for your wedding day - it relieves so much stress! You can share this timeline with your bridesmaids, your family, and any vendors. This will help your day run much smoother, which in turn, means you will spend more time celebrating with your guests than answering questions.
Give yourself plenty of “getting ready” time
The time spent getting ready is a perfect time to celebrate with your bridal party! Turn the music up, have a dance party, toast to your friendships, take a walk down memory lane, just enjoy each other’s company!
Have a first look with your parents or closest family members or friends
This isn't just for the pictures! It’s a chance to spend time with the most important people in your life on your wedding day. Trust me, you will cherish the words spoken and the time you have together in these moments. Soak in all the love and pride they have for you!
Don’t skip the toasts
Toasts are a wonderful opportunity for your closest family members and friends to share the things they love about you and your spouse, and possibly some embarrassing stories too. These will be some of your favorite memories from your wedding day!
What if we’re eloping or having a small wedding?
No matter the size of your wedding, you can create a schedule for your day that centers around spending time with the special people in your life, the ones who love you and will be there to walk alongside you for the rest of your lives.
Slowing down on your wedding day can seem like an impossibility. Just remember, this day is for you and your closest family members and friends. Don’t let the pressures of what you “should” or “shouldn’t” do at your wedding define your special day!
