Okay, so, I’ve been messing around with this whole “bride and groom in a church” thing for a while now. Let me tell you, it’s a bit more involved than just showing up in a fancy dress and a suit.
First off, I started by scoping out a few churches. You know, just to get a feel for the vibe. Some are all grand and imposing, while others are more cozy and intimate. It really depends on what you’re going for. I personally leaned towards something in the middle – not too over the top, but still with that classic church feel.
- Checked out different churches
- Considered the size and style
- Made sure it fit our guest list
Once I picked a place, I dug into their rules. Turns out, each church has its own set of do’s and don’ts. Some are pretty chill, while others have a whole list of things you gotta follow. Things like what kind of decorations you can use, how long you can have the space, and even what kind of music is allowed. You don’t want any surprises on the big day, trust me.
Then there’s the whole outfit situation. I knew I didn’t want to show up in something totally inappropriate, so I spent some time figuring out what’s considered proper church wedding attire. It’s all about being respectful, you know? Nothing too flashy or revealing. Think classy and elegant, but not boring. It’s a delicate balance, let me tell you.
The Ceremony
Then, I started thinking about the ceremony itself. There are a lot of things to figure out. You can go with traditional vows or write your own. I am still on the fence about it, to be honest. I kind of like the idea of saying those classic words that people have been saying for centuries. It feels, I don’t know, more official or something. We researched the ceremony flow, so we are prepared.
We figured out that in most of the churches, guests should be seated first. And only when the bride starts walking, the master of the ceremony will ask the guests to stand. That’s pretty common I guess.
Also, we looked into the tradition of how couples leave the church after being pronounced as husband and wife. I didn’t know that usually, they go first. And the guests wait outside to greet you with something, in our case, it will be confetti.
Overall, it’s been a bit of a learning curve, but I’m starting to get the hang of it. Still, there is so much work to be done, but at least now I know where to start and what to expect. And some nice words for the end, it is important to have an open mind to make your marriage successful. That’s for sure!
