Okay, so, about this whole thing of whether a bride should see the groom’s suit before the big day… I’ve been digging into it, and honestly, it’s a bit of a mixed bag. I mean, it seems like forever ago, back in the 18th century, arranged marriages were the usual deal. Family and friends did all the matchmaking, no dating apps back then, haha!
Fast forward to today, and it’s a whole different ball game. I started thinking about my own wedding planning. I remember going with my fiancé to pick out his suit. Yeah, we broke that “tradition” right there. We figured, why not? We’re a team, and honestly, I wanted him to look sharp and feel comfortable, and I wanted to make sure our outfits complimented each other. So, we went shopping together, tried a bunch of different styles, and found the perfect one. It was actually a pretty fun day, and it felt good to do it together.
- First off, I called up a few of my married friends to get their take. Some of them said they stuck to the tradition and didn’t see each other’s outfits until the ceremony. Others, like me, said they went shopping together.
- Then, I hit up some wedding forums and blogs. I wanted to see what the general consensus was out there. Turns out, there are tons of opinions on this! Some folks are super traditional and believe it’s bad luck to see each other before the wedding. They say it ruins the surprise and excitement.
- I even talked to a wedding planner. She said that more and more couples are ditching the old superstitions and doing what feels right for them. She mentioned this “first look” photo thing that’s becoming popular. Couples meet up before the ceremony for a private photo session. I guess it’s a way to get some intimate shots and calm the nerves before all the craziness of the wedding.
So, after all this, here’s what I’ve landed on: it’s totally up to the couple! There’s no right or wrong answer. It really depends on what you and your partner want and what feels right for your relationship.
If you’re all about tradition and want that big reveal moment when you walk down the aisle, then, by all means, keep the suit a secret! But if you’re more like me and want to be involved in the decision-making process, or if you just want to make sure your outfits look good together, then go for it! Shop together, have fun, and make some memories.
At the end of the day, it’s your wedding. Do what makes you happy and what makes sense for you as a couple. And hey, don’t let anyone tell you that you’re doing it wrong! It’s your day, so own it!
