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Unique Wedding Ceremony Ideas

 

How do you make your wedding one-of-a-kind? Here are some unique wedding ceremony ideas, a spin on classic wedding traditions, that will set your event apart from the thousands that take place each year.

10 Unique Ideas for a Wedding Ceremony

1. Music: Go beyond the traditional Bridal March

So many ceremonies use the same music and it's not at all personal to the couple.

Think about your relationship and what types of music might be a better fit. If the song is longer than you need, select a portion for that part of the ceremony.

A skilled sound person can easily cue music at the proper point.

 

wedding ceremony idea -- mother's wedding photo2. Honoring deceased loved ones

Perhaps there is a grandmother or a parent that you wish could be a part of your ceremony but they are no longer with you.

There are some wonderful ways to honor them.

A thoughtful remembrance printed in the wedding program is a nice idea.

One couple put together a video montage of family photos, set to music, and played it before the ceremony.

 

 

 

unique wedding ceremony idea -- mother's lace veil3. Wear your grandmother's dress, veil or wedding jewelry

Wearing a family heirloom used to be the tradition. Now, few brides make this choice.

When you arrive wearing an authentic, vintage gown or prominent accessories, your wedding will be one that everyone remembers.

4. Ask both parents to escort you

More brides area realizing that Mom deserves the same honor as Dad. Ask them to escort you as you walk down the aisle to meet your groom.

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5. Use your personal talents

If you or your groom sing or play an instrument, weave a special piece into the ceremony. This will be truly a unique wedding ceremony idea!

 

6. Honor the mothers

At some point in the ceremony, address your mothers, thank them and present a special gift.

 

7. Let then see your face

Instead of asking turning your back to the guests, change the tradition. The officiant can stand with his back to the guests while the bride and groom face everyone.

 

8. A special thank you

Recognize the person that introduced you and thank them. Perhaps have them tell the story of how you met as a unique wedding reading.

 

9. Start the ceremony together

Forget the bride's wedding march, walk down the aisle with your groom.

 

10. Honor your parents and grandparents

Display your parents and grandparents wedding photos in a prominent place. Perhaps on a table outside the door or at the front of the church on the table with the unity candle.

The key to brainstorming unique ideas for a wedding ceremony is to make your celebration personal.

If you’ve kept your guest list to only those who truly love and appreciate you and your fiancé, your unique wedding ceremony ideas will truly be appreciated.

These unique ideas for wedding ceremony are just the start. Every tradition started with one person's idea. Your ceremony ideas might become a tradition for future brides!

 

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