10 ways to honour your dad
Give a nod to the special men in your life with these heartfelt ideas for your father , father-in-law or grandad .
1
TAKE HIM SHOPPING ( AN D BUY
HIM LUNCH )
After shopping for that special wedding-day suit or accessory , take dad out for a long lunch so you can reminisce , reconnect , and swap a little pre-wedding goss .
2
FATH
ER- DAUGHTER FIRST LOOK
Cue the happy tears ! Dad getting that first glimpse at your bridal look is bound to be one of the most precious memories of the day . Have your photographer on hand to catch the raw emotion .
3PLAY TO HIS STRENGTHS
Does dad have a special talent , hobby , or skill ? Think about how you can incorporate that into your day . It might be a musical instrument ( perfect for cocktail hour ), crafty DIY skills ( hello , custom backdrop ), or baking ( cake table , sorted ).
4SPECIAL DELIVERY
Design a special gift to show your appreciation ( engraved cufflinks always go over well ). Or deliver a custom floral buttonhole and handwritten note the morning-of .
5WEDDING WHEELS
What better time for dad ( or grandad ) to take his precious vintage car for a spin ?
Ellicia makes her entrance at Victoria Park . Photo : Mezic Studio
6BY YOUR SIDE
If you ’ re keen to include your father-in-law , why not invite both dads to walk you down the aisle ?
7RING IT ON
The role of ring bearer isn ’ t exclusively reserved for your nephew / best man / dog . Having your father or father-in-law do the honours is a sweet way to include him in the main event .
8H ERE I N
MEMORY
Keep dad close to your heart by including an heirloom or sentimental accessory in your bridal look .
It might be a vintage tie pin on your skirt , a monogrammed hankie for your bridal bag , or a photo tucked into your bouquet or displayed at the reception .
9PASS HIM THE MIC
Is dad blessed with the gift of the gab ? Ask him to do a reading at your ceremony or act as MC at the reception .
10FI RST
DANCE
This one ’ s a classic for good reason . Bonus points for choosing a song with shared special meaning that will forever remind you of this moment .
71 Winter 2023