Your wedding day should be one of the most joyful days of your life as you choose all by yourself from one of the top wedding venues in Essex to small things. But what if, amid the chaos, you neglect to do something critical? Something you’ll always be sorry you didn’t do?

To assist you in avoiding this possibility, we have compiled a list of ten things you might feel guilty not doing on your wedding day. Continue reading and take notes!

1. Dancing as husband and wife for the first time 

A wedding is a formal and symbolic event. A newly married couple’s first dance is one of those moment traditions that is highly valued. The newly married couple, the guests of honor, performed the first dance, considered the official start of dancing. The first dance of the bride and groom is the most anticipated moment for both the newlyweds and their guests. It demonstrates the new couple’s love and unity.

It’s a special moment you’ll want to memorize for the rest of your life. So make sure you set a period for the two to slow dance in your best UK wedding venue.

The bride and groom’s harmony is revealed through their dancing style, expression, and steps. It represents their never-ending love. It depicts the start of a love life. The dancing steps necessitate a high level of fulfillment and clear communication between spouses.

2. Hiring a professional photographer 

Would you trust a part-time builder with little experience to construct your house just because they have all the bricks, tools, and suppliers? You would almost certainly seek someone with years of experience and many happy and satisfied customers who would recommend them.

You want someone who knows how to use a camera, has taken photos in various lighting and weather conditions and has experience composing different shots and executing them flawlessly. The photographer does this, not the camera, and has developed their knowledge and skills through decades of experience and many full days of shooting. You get continuity, not just one or two incredible pictures, but an entire album’s valuable.

After the photos are taken, there is editing, cutting, and creating an album; there’s more to it than just a camera. Photography is more than a camera.

3. Taking care of your guests 

When planning a wedding, you’re repeatedly told that it’s your “special day” and that it should be “all about you.” This is, for the most part, correct. It’s your wedding day, and you want to ensure you’re satisfied with your decisions. But, while you’re busy checking off each of your must-haves, remember your guests, who frequently travel long distances, arrange babysitters, take time off work, and spend a lot of cash to be a part of this historic occasion.

Even though most wedding guests don’t pay attention to every little detail, there are a few that they do. The following are simple ways to keep your guests happy and at ease without sacrificing your dream wedding.

• The bar 
• Food 
• Being invited to both the ceremony and reception 
• Seating chart 
• Mingling 
• Being greeted by the newlyweds 
• Terrain 
• Transportation and parking 

4. Sufficient rest

True, butterflies in your stomach will undoubtedly disrupt your beauty sleep. However, there are some things you can do to avoid being tossed around all night and feel your best on your wedding day.

Let’s be honest: you’re not going to get much sleep the night before your wedding. But if you let your mind race (over minutiae like the guest list, the flowers, and the weekend timeline), you’ll be utterly exhausted on your wedding day, which you don’t want.

• Make a sleep schedule for yourself at least three weeks before the wedding.

• Get at least fifteen minutes of sunlight every morning. Going outside and soaking up some UV rays is beneficial even on a cloudy day.

• Create a wind-down routine as early as an hour before bed and no later than fifteen minutes before going to sleep. That means turning off the lights, turning off your emails, maybe going to listen to a soothing playlist, and disconnecting from the outside world.

• Exercise is a well-known stress reliever and sleep improver. If you want to take it a step further, you can try a few gentle yoga poses before bed and some meditation to help you relax.

5. Putting your phone away

You’ll want to be fully present and enjoy every moment with your new spouse on your wedding day. Placed your away phone (or at least on silent) so that you’re not distracted by phone calls, texts, or social media alerts. 

6. Speaking from the heart

The big day has eventually come. You tap the side of your glass invitingly as you stand up to give your speech. The anticipation is palpable as heads turn in your direction in a frenzy! It’s your time to shine, and you must make an excellent first impression.

Here are a few tips on how you can speak from your heart: 

• Keep calm and carry on 
• Dealing with your nerves 
• Use the floor to root you and the wall for support 
• Connect with your audience 
• Decide on your message 
• Tell a compelling story 
• Keep it funny, keep it sweet 

1. Taking time for yourselves

The wedding day disappears in the shortest amount of time. It’s challenging to find time for yourself when you’re getting your hair and makeup done, taking first-look photos with your soon-to-be spouse, being escorted from the ceremony to the cocktail hour to the reception, and then cutting the cake. However, that is among the most critical tasks for you to complete that day. Find a moment to unwind and take it all in before actually saying, “I do.”

Following are some ideas for some me-time: 

• Meditate- When you wake up in the morning, take a moment to sit quietly by yourself and represent your relationship with your partner and the day ahead of you.

• Pray- If faith is an essential part of life, now is a good time to say a private prayer for your partner and marriage. You could even choose Bible passages to read on the morning of your wedding.

• Workout- Run, do yoga, go to a spin class, walk your dog—whatever activity you enjoy the most. If you have time to do any of these on the morning of your wedding, it will undoubtedly alleviate any last-minute wedding nervousness.

• Pamper yourself- While we don’t suggest getting any crazy treatments, such as a chemical peel or even a facial, why not get a massage in the morning? Or how about a hot bubble bath? You might fit in a mani-pedi in the morning if your ceremony is later.

2. Being grateful

When the day is finished, take a moment of reflection on everything that went well. There will undoubtedly be some bumps in the road, but don’t let them eclipse everything else. Be grateful for what went well and everyone who contributed to making your special day a reality.

3. Hiring help

You can’t (and shouldn’t!) do it all on your own. Hiring a team of professionals to assist with everything from hair and makeup to catering and décor is one of the best things you can do for yourself. It will take a burden off your shoulders and give you peace of mind recognizing that professionals handle everything.

• Stress-free
• Help save money 
• Industry expertise 
• Problem-solving becomes easier 
• Value your money 
• Idea execution

4. Planning ahead

Finally, try to plan ahead of time as much as possible to avoid fumbling at the last minute. This includes everything from finalizing your guest list to booking your honeymoon suite well in advance to ensuring that all of your thank-you cards are discussed before the big day.

By taking care of these details ahead of time, you can relax and relish your wedding day without worrying about anything else! These are just a few suggestions to get you started… But, finally, the best way to avoid regret is to listen to your heart!

Follow your instincts, and don’t let anyone force you to do something you don’t want to do. We assure you you’ll have a beautiful wedding day at your best UK wedding venue and wonderful memories to hold dear for years to come if you stay true to yourselves and each other!