5 Things You Should Never Do the Morning of Your Wedding
One of my biggest areas of priority on my wedding day was the morning of. Why? Because it truly sets the tone for your entire day—and it's often a time when most things "go wrong" or feel stressful. The excitement and anticipation of marrying your forever should be the only things you're focusing on and there are ways to avoid all the negative hoopla, I promise. Take a peek below and let us know in the comments how you are planning to (peacefully) spend your wedding morning!
1. NEVER Feel the Need to Entertain Everyone.
Getting ready is half the fun, right? Gathering with your girls and family members can be SO much fun on the morning of your wedding, but you should never feel obligated to have a 'getting ready party'. If you're someone (like me) who doesn't prefer all the attention during that time and would rather enjoy those moments solo, or with one close loved one—there's nothing wrong with that! I personally chose to begin getting ready by myself, followed by spending an hour and half with my sister (who was my matron of honor) and then asked the rest of my girls to join us about an hour before the wedding for the final touches and a glass of bubbly. It was such a pleasant way to spend those getting ready moments.
2. NEVER Hold Yourself To Traditions You Don't Feel Strongly About
I love traditions, don't get me wrong. But I love them only when there's a whole lotta heart behind them—when they are truly special to a couple. For some, it would be unimaginable to see their fiancé the morning of the wedding, but for others having a first look is a newer 'tradition' they can't imagine doing without. Never let anyone sway you when it comes to your wedding day traditions—especially the morning of. Go with your gut on this, I promise that choice will always win. These special hours are the ones that really set the tone for your day!
3. NEVER Designate Yourself as the Coordinator.
This seems obvious, right? But too many Brides (and Grooms!) delegate tasks to themselves the morning of their wedding, because they think they can handle a few extra to dos. The last thing you want to deal with on your wedding morning is a barrage of questions... from vendors, wedding guests, your bridal party. Delegate someone in your bridal party, or a close family member or friend you trust who can be that go-to person for final details. Putting your trust in that person allows you to fully soak in every moment of your well-deserved Big Day! It also helps to create a day-of timeline (something an event planner can help with, too) and hand it out to all vendors involved and any other people you delegate tasks to.
4. NEVER Try a Completely New Beauty Service or Treatment Day-Of
One of the best pieces of advice I received in my wedding planning process was from one of my besties and bridesmaids. During my hair trial, I mentioned wanting to get balayage before my wedding. Although this friend thought it would look beautiful on me, she urged me to consider that it was something SO new and out of the ordinary for me—and she told me how much she loved my naturally dark color. A good friend to have, right? I'm so glad I heeded her advice. This was a few months before my wedding, but this absolutely applies to beauty services and treatments day-of, too! If you've never gotten airbrush makeup or faux lashes, don't just do it because it's your wedding day. Do what YOU are most comfortable with. I promise you, you'll be even more beautiful in the photos without having to go all extra on yourself.
5. NEVER Skimp on a Backup Plan
One of the biggest things couples worry about when planning their wedding: the weather. Whether you're having an indoor or outdoor ceremony, rain can put a huge damper on things. Make sure to have a solid back up plan, so you won't be scrambling the day of to figure out logistics. Most venues will help you come up with a game plan, too. Having that backup option will allow you to let go and feel confident that rain or shine, you and your loved ones will have an incredible day.