Redefining Tradition: Why Your Perfect Wedding Day May Not Be a Saturday

I'm going to let you in on a little secret: weddings aren't just for Saturdays anymore.

Let's be honest: most of us have been conditioned to think of a wedding as a Saturday affair. It's almost ingrained in our cultural DNA. But I'm here to tell you that the best day to get hitched might not be the one you think.

Why Stick to Saturdays?

Think about it: why do we all rush to book our weddings on a Saturday? Is it because it's the most convenient day for our guests? The most auspicious according to some ancient tradition? Or is it simply because it's what we've always known?

If you answered 'yes' to any of the above, then I hate to break it to you, but you're wedded (pun intended) to tradition for tradition's sake. And, as you may know, that's not really my style.

The Art of the Unconventional

The beauty of planning a wedding is in its potential for personalisation. It's a celebration of you and your partner's love story. So why not shake things up a bit and consider other days of the week for your nuptials?

Mondays, for example, have a certain charm to them. They symbolise fresh starts, new beginnings – sounds pretty apt for a wedding, don't you think?

Then there's the midweek magic of a Wednesday wedding. It's the perfect day to split the week in half with a healthy dose of love and celebration.

And let's not forget Sundays. The end of the week, a day traditionally reserved for rest and relaxation – what better day to ease into married life?

The Practical Side

Beyond the symbolism and potential for breaking free from tradition, there's also a very practical side to considering other days of the week for your wedding.

For starters, there's often less competition for venues and vendors, which could mean more choice and potentially better deals.

If you're planning a destination wedding, a weekday ceremony might also allow for a longer celebration, turning your wedding into a mini holiday for your guests.

The Most Important Day

At the end of the day (whichever day that might be), what truly matters is that the day you choose to get married aligns with your values, your desires, and your vision for your wedding.

If a Saturday ticks all those boxes, then by all means, keep to tradition. But if you're open to the idea of a midweek matrimony or a Sunday soiree, then why not?

After all, the best day to get married is the day that feels right to you. The day that allows you to plan an intentional, personalised wedding that reflects who you are as a couple.

So, go ahead. Buck the trend. Embrace the unconventional. And remember, no matter what day you choose to say 'I do', make it a day that truly belongs to you.