A mock wedding day timeline
Married couples often advise loved ones who are engaged that they should make time to enjoy their wedding days in the moment , noting that the day has a tendency to fly by .
The pace of a couple ’ s wedding day can seem so fast because the hours leading up to the ceremony and reception are typically filled with activities to ensure couples and bridal parties look their best . Wedding ceremonies begin at different times depending on variables such as couples ’ preference , ceremony site and even the time of year the wedding is taking place .
10 a . m . -2 p . m .: Begin getting ready . Grooms and groomsmen typically do not require the same level of attention and amount of prep time as brides and their bridesmaids , so they likely won ’ t need to start at 10 in the morning . But brides and their
bridesmaids will need ample time to do their hair and makeup , and it may be necessary to begin by 10 a . m . Grooms and groomsmen can decide when to start getting ready within this four-hour window .
2 p . m .: Once everyone ’ s hair and makeup is done , a bride can begin to get in her dress . Be sure the photographer is aware of this timeline , as many prefer to document the bride revealing how she looks in her dress .
2:30 p . m .: Couples choose to do a first look for a number of reasons , but it involves the happy couple seeing each other in their tuxedo and gown prior to the ceremony .
2:45 p . m .: A first look won ’ t take very long , which leaves ample time for photos of the happy couple and their bridal party .
3:15 p . m .: Rest and some last-minute preparation and sprucing up can take up the final minutes before the ceremony begins .
3:30 p . m .: Ceremony begins .
4 p . m .: The hour right after the ceremony can be designated as cocktail hour . Couples also can use this time to take additional photos with family and others that might not have been taken during the initial photoshoot .
5 p . m .: The reception , featuring bridal party member and couple introductions follows photos . The choice of when to perform father-daughter and mother-son dances is up to the couple and their parents , but such traditions are generally reserved for early in the reception so every guest is still around to witness these special moments .
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