Elevate Your Wedding Day: The Importance of Your 'Getting Ready' Location
Without doubt, one of the most overlooked aspects of a wedding day is the location for getting ready. This often ends up being some tiny, dingy hotel room with poor lighting and not enough space to swing a cat, let alone accommodate a bridal party, a photographer, and a hair and makeup team. But I'm here to tell you – there's a better way!
There's something to be said for the calm, tranquil start to the day that a spacious, light-filled room can offer. It's not just about having enough room to manoeuvre around in a voluminous wedding dress, or having plenty of natural light for those all-important makeup applications and photos. It's about setting the tone for the day. It's about intentionality.
You see, I believe that every aspect of your wedding day should hold purpose and reflect your values – from the venue to the vows, to the very room you get ready in. So why not start as you mean to go on, in a place that feels comfortable, relaxed, and utterly 'you'?
Let's ditch the idea that the getting ready room should just be a functional, throw-away location. Instead, let's see it as an opportunity to create a beautiful, calming environment that will start your wedding day off on the right foot.
When you're hunting for the perfect getting ready location, consider a few key things:
Does it have plenty of natural light? This is not just for the sake of your makeup artist. Soft, natural light makes for stunning 'getting ready' photos – ones you'll treasure for years to come.
Is there enough room? You'll likely have a handful of people buzzing around you – bridesmaids, parents, photographers. Make sure there's enough space for everyone to move around comfortably without stepping on each other's toes.
Is it a place where you feel at ease? This might seem like an odd point to consider, but trust me, it's crucial. You want to start your day in an environment where you feel calm, relaxed, and happy. If that's a bright, airy beach house, great. If it's your childhood home, even better.
Remember, this day is about you and your partner. So don't just choose a getting ready location because it's convenient or because it's 'what people do'. Choose it because it reflects who you are and sets the tone for the wedding you want to have.
Being intentional about all aspects of your wedding, even the smaller details like where you get ready, can make the day feel more personal and meaningful. Remember, you're not just planning a wedding, you're planning a day that represents the start of your life together as a married couple. So make it count – from start to finish.
So, kick those dingy hotel rooms to the curb and opt for a light-filled, spacious room that brings you joy. After all, your wedding day should be nothing short of epic. And epicness starts from the moment you open your eyes on the wedding day.