What Makes a Wedding Memorable?

We love weddings. They’re romantic and festive and come with a great party. But are they unforgettable? We have delved into what makes one wedding stand out for years after the confetti has blown away while others are simply forgotten. What we found is that it depends on whose memories are involved - the bride, the groom, or the guests.

What Makes a Wedding Memorable for a Bride?

For many brides-to-be, their wedding dress is one of the most important elements of the wedding day. It will be admired many times over the years, memories of how it felt to walk down the aisle. Another highlight is the partners’ first dance. A lot of time and effort goes into choosing the perfect song with special meaning for the couple. Many brides also feel a great nostalgia for the father-daughter dance. Wedding photographs are memorable as they record all the priceless moments. Having a great documentary wedding photographer Oxford, such as Tom Wood Photography is important as the most-loved photographs are those that look natural yet professional. Posed photos are a lot less likely to call up the emotions of the day and it is important to hire a wedding photographer in Oxfordshire who is experienced at taking multiple great shots without their subjects even being aware of them most of the time.

What Makes a Wedding Memorable for a Groom?

Grooms usually say they will never forget the way their partner looked as they came down the aisle. Time stood still. The moment their beloved appeared was the culmination of everything the wedding was about. A wedding is also about family and friendships. Grooms are appreciative of all the special people in their lives coming to share their special day. When the couple choose their readings, listening to the words as they are read out can touch the hearts of the grooms. Some grooms may want personalised vows. The speech is also a memorable moment of the wedding day as the groom will have spent many an hour preparing for this moment!

What Makes a Wedding Memorable for the Guests?

As much as guests enjoy celebrating the love of the couple, for most, it is the reception that matters. After all, this is a grand party. A good DJ who can handle song requests from guests sets the scene for participation and lots of dancing. Guests usually prefer a satisfying meal with plenty to eat. At some weddings, light snacks can be brought out later in the evening and this is always welcomed. It is also important that the cake tastes good rather than how it looks. Between the wedding and the reception, there is an interlude of an hour or two while the wedding party is taking photos and guests are seated at the tables. This could be awkward without a proper seating plan that ensures guests are placed with people they know and get along with. With this in place, conversation and alcohol will flow and primes the crowd for the reception. 

An open bar is always a winner. With an awesome party unfolding, guests want to let down their hair with their favourite drinks. 

That, in a nutshell, is what makes a wedding memorable.