Save them a SpaceĪn empty chair or a place setting at the top table could be reserved for the special person you’re missing. Often found on the back page, using wording like “In memory of those who can no longer be with us in body but who will forever be in our hearts” will touch everyone who reads it. “Let’s now take a moment to remember those beloved family and friends who are missed today, and whose love is still felt strongly in your hearts.” In Loving MemoryĬonsider making a dedication to those you’ve lost, printed on your order of service or wedding programme.
In a bespoke ceremony written by a Celebrant, a short segment can be included to acknowledge and thank any loved ones who have passed away: this can be a particularly poignant moment, especially if the death is recent.
Create a Memorial TableĪ memorial table laid out with a selection of wedding photographs from both your families is a subtle, yet comforting, reminder of missing loved ones.Ĭhalk boards, mismatched photo frames and candles can be very prettily arranged in a dedicated space, perhaps somewhere quiet, that you and your guests may choose to visit for some calm contemplation during the day. Recently, a Groom’s father was honoured by using his copy of The Bible as a ring “cushion”. Why not incorporate a piece of your ancestral heritage into your wedding ceremony? Some of the more creative ideas I’ve heard about are items of family gold melted down to make new wedding rings for a couple, and hand-fasting cords fashioned using lace from the Mother of the Bride’s wedding dress! Clan tartan may often be seen in a hand-fasting. A florist can secure the miniature frame, locket or charm to the handle of your flowers or boutonnière Etsy has a lovely selection. The simplest way for a Bride or Groom to keep memories of a loved one close to them is to carry their photo in a small frame attached to their bouquet or buttonhole. Many brides choose to have their mother accompany them on that traditional walk into their wedding ceremony this also works beautifully if Mum brought you up on her own, or you never had a father-figure in your life. Or perhaps a brother or uncle could take on the role of male escort? You could also ask your Celebrant to include some wording at the start of the ceremony about how proud your Dad would have been to see his daughter marry. If your father has passed away, then why not consider walking yourself unaccompanied towards your beloved? One bride carried her Dad’s silk handkerchief to have a little part of him there with her on her journey. Walking down the Aisle – Escorted or Alone? If you’re struggling to feel as excited as you should about your wedding, because there’s going to be an empty space at your top table, then here are some lovely ideas to commemorate either a recently-passed family member or simply a relative, friend or pet with whom you had a loving connection. So when we lose a close relative – and especially if this happens near to the wedding date itself – it’s important to honour and acknowledge their love, guidance and support. Their support through the defining moments of our lives is fundamental.
Our grandparents and parents are our first role models as we grow up: they shape who we are and who we become. And this can be even truer when there’s someone very special who is missing from your big day. A wedding is guaranteed to be one of the most emotionally-charged days that you will experience in your whole life.
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