Remembering Loved Ones on Your Wedding Day
Honoring Loved Ones at Your Wedding
There are many different options to use when trying to include a loved one who
has passed away. Flowers are a wonderful way to show your love and
sentimentality. Some couples like to place an empty chair next to the
wedding aisle or in the
first row of seating, and have the bride and groom (or both) place a white
flower in the empty chair. White roses are generally used, but if the person had
a special flower that they loved or one that reminds you of them, then you can
certainly select that instead. You can also place a favorite
photo
of the person in the chair and this way you may feel more connected to them, as
if they are right there with you.
Remembrance tables can be placed at the ceremony, on the
wedding guestbook
table, at the
wedding reception
or on the altar. On the table, you can place
photos
of the person, as well as photos of your fiancée or you with that person. There
are also
memorial vase
gifts that have loving words about your deceased loved ones, as well as
personalized candles that you can add to the table and
‘In Loving Memory’ guest books,
for your guests to sign.
A sincere officiant can memorialize the person with words in your actual
ceremony. You can have the officiant share your favorite story the beloved
family member or friend. Also, dedicating a special page in your
wedding programs
to them will allow you to write and express your feelings about your loved one.
Sometimes, couples like to use something a little more subtle and lighthearted.
Food is a unique way to include the person on your wedding day. If they had a
special recipe that they were known to make, ask your caterer if they would be
willing to create the item with a recipe that you will provide. On the table of
the item being served, be sure to include a framed note that allows your wedding
guests to know the connection for selecting this dish.
Also, a favorite song of your loved one can be played during the wedding
reception. Be sure to have the DJ announce the importance of the song, or better
yet your groom or you can take the microphone to make it a little more personal.
If your loved one lost a battle with an illness, you can donate to a related
charity in lieu of giving
wedding favors.
You can ask your guests to participate and give money to help find a cure and
with research for the illness.
Brides who have lost their mothers, grandmothers, or any close important person
in their life can make symbolic gestures throughout the wedding day. If your
grandmother loved butterflies,
butterfly bouquet jewelry
can
add the memory of her to your wedding day. Also,
memorial photo buckles
can be attached to the wedding bouquet and a picture of the person can be placed
inside to keep your thoughts of them close to you as you walk down the aisle.
When a loved one is lost and cannot share in the joyous occasion of a marriage,
it is wonderful to feel like they are with you on this special day.
Advantage Bridal
has the perfect selection of
memorial gifts
including
memorial candles,
personalized memorial vases,
and
bouquet photo frames.
- For the Bride
- Bridal Brooches & Pins
- Bridal Garters
- Gloves
- Bride & Bachelorette Sashes
- Hair Accessories
- Handkerchiefs
- Headpieces and Tiaras
- Veils
- Slips and Body Shapers
- Wedding Socks
- Bustiers & Bras
- Bridal Lingerie
- CLEARANCE Ed Hardy
- Body Shapers
- I Do Shoe Stickers
- Jewelry
- Purses & Money Bags
- Bouquet Jewelry
- Something Blue
- Personalized Shoe Bags
- Emergency Kits
- Shawls, Furs & Pashminas
- Ceremony Accessories
- Will You Be My Cards
- DIY Invitations
- Flower Girl Baskets
- Ring Pillows
- Unity Sand Sets
- Unity Candles & Stands
- Wedding Signs
- Wedding Accessory Collections
- DIY T-Shirt Transfers
- Fun Wedding Stuff
- Cake Toppers
- Monogram Cake Toppers
- Bride and Groom Figurine Toppers
- Personalized Cake Tops
- Traditional Cake Toppers
- Anniversary Cake Toppers
- Cake Top Initials
- Birthday Cake Toppers
- Reception Accessories
- Personalized Hand Sanitizers
- Wedding Favors & Supplies
- Guest Signature Mats
- Toasting Flutes
- Cake Tops & Monograms
- Cake Servers
- Renaissance Pewter Accessories
- Placecards & Table Numbers
- Napkins & Matches
- Dance Floor Decals
- Groomsman Accessories
- Money Dance Bags
- Bow Ties for the Guys
- Bridal Shower