When I was planning my wedding, I was constantly researching decorations, invitations, and other little things that could show a part of my husband and I. As I've reviewed different parts of my wedding and those i've attended with friends that are planning their upcoming nuptials, I thought perhaps it would be a good idea to write a few wedding posts. My mind tends to get muddled and I go off from one topic to the next, so I apologize if this gets out of order. I'll bypass the norms for now, and give some examples for what may not be mentioned as often.
For someone who has lost a parent or loved one, they tend to want to have them in their wedding somehow. Here are a few examples of how to honor and include your deceased love one in your special day:
- Place a rose on a reserved chair in the front row (you can add a tag saying "In Memory of")
- Have a photo with a lit candle in front of it at the reception, or at the alter. If you have more than one lost loved one between you, you can also have a memorial table at the reception.
-Write a short 'In Memory' written on the back of your Wedding program
-Have the DJ dedicate a song to them
-Have your officiant say a few words about them, and release a white dove
-Light a candle for each deceased loved one during the ceremony before you light the Unity candle together
-Release a balloon for each loved one lost (although this is not eco-friendly)
-Have a separate vase with a flower or plant next to a photo of each lost loved one.
If you have another idea that is not mentioned here, feel free to leave a comment for future brides.
For someone who has lost a parent or loved one, they tend to want to have them in their wedding somehow. Here are a few examples of how to honor and include your deceased love one in your special day:
- Place a rose on a reserved chair in the front row (you can add a tag saying "In Memory of")
- Have a photo with a lit candle in front of it at the reception, or at the alter. If you have more than one lost loved one between you, you can also have a memorial table at the reception.
-Write a short 'In Memory' written on the back of your Wedding program
-Have your officiant say a few words about them, and release a white dove
-Light a candle for each deceased loved one during the ceremony before you light the Unity candle together
-Release a balloon for each loved one lost (although this is not eco-friendly)
-Have a separate vase with a flower or plant next to a photo of each lost loved one.
If you have another idea that is not mentioned here, feel free to leave a comment for future brides.
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