9 Ways to Honor Loved Ones at Wedding
Weddings are a huge celebration between two people and love is definitely something to be celebrated. But sometimes, heartaches are involved. Couples who have lost a family member or friend can choose to wish and honor them at their wedding. It’s valid to feel the absence of a loved one who can’t be there in person, and you’re not alone.
Thankfully, there are many ways you can have them at your wedding. It might make you tear up once or fifty times, but having some kind of their presence will definitely make everyone smile. If you’re looking for in memorial wedding ideas, continue reading below.
Family Photo Table
A family photo table is a way to celebrate those around you and those who are no longer with you. It’s a beautiful way to showcase your guests the people who mean the most to you.
Set up a table near the entry doors to the ceremony. You can add pictures of everyone in your family or your deceased loved ones. You can also relocate this table to your reception as well.
Reserve a seat at ceremony
This is a common way for people to honor their loved ones. It definitely feels like they are with you and watching you get married.
Normally, this seat is in the first row, in the center. You can have a reserved sign with a photo of the person.
Add picture to the bouquet
You can put a photo charm on your flower bouquet. You can find bouquet charms on Etsy for a reasonable price. Bring the charm to your florist and they’ll add it to your bouquet for you. This way, your loved one can walk down the aisle with you.
Customize inside of grooms jacket with pictures
Lately, customizing the groom’s jacket has been a huge trend. If you haven’t seen pictures of this yet, a man will add photos to the inside of their jacket. It’s usually a photo collage of him and the bride throughout the years of them dating and any memorable times they had together. It’s a way to honor the bride, however, you can also add photos of your loved ones. It’s a great way to remember and cherish them, too.
Play their favorite song
If your loved one had a favorite song that you know about, you can play it during your reception. Many couples will play this song right after their first dance. But do play the song whenever you feel it’s appropriate.
Replicate their famous recipe
You know how there’s always a few people in the family that make really good dessert? They have a famous recipe that everyone in their neighborhood knows about? You can replicate their recipe and give it to your guests as a wedding favor or dessert. A little something for everyone to remember them by.
Make a note in ceremony program
If you are having a ceremony program, you can honor your loved one by adding them to the ceremony. Most couples will write a few sentences in the program about them along with a picture.
Share a memory with the guests / toast
Everyone loves memory stories – that’s why people ask, “how did you guys meet” or “how did he propose?” When you make your toast as a newlywed at your reception, you can also make a toast to your loved one and share a beautiful memory of them.
Wear something that belongs to them
Last but not least, if there is a piece of clothing that belongs to them or has special meaning, by all means, wear it. For example, many brides will incorporate a piece of jewelry from their loved ones. Another idea for clothing is adding a special piece from your loved one to your dress, veil, or tie. That way, wherever you go throughout your wedding day, they are with you. Or
Of course, having important people beside you at your wedding is something everyone wants. Just remember, they are smiling and cheering you on from wherever they are.
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