"What to Do During the Downtime Between Hair, Makeup, and the Wedding Ceremony on Your Big Day"

All Set! Getting Ready is Complete ♡

On the wedding day. I entered the venue, got my makeup done, had my hair styled, and put on my dress—getting ready is complete!＊

Now, all that's left is to wait for the ceremony to start. (So Exciting!)

What Do You Want to Do Before the Ceremony?

Every moment of the wedding day is special and precious.

Even in the short time between getting ready and the start of the ceremony,

there are many wonderful memories that the bride and groom can create for themselves and their guests ♡

Here’s a list of things to do during the time from getting ready to the ceremony♩

For brides-to-be who are about to have their ceremony, please use this as a reference to have a fulfilling time＊

① Take Getting Ready Shots

Once hair, makeup, and dressing are all complete, have your photographer come to the bridal room to take getting ready shots＊

✓ Apply lipstick

✓ Put on earrings

✓ Open the veil

✓ Tie the sash ribbon

✓ Put on bridal shoes

Don’t forget to include these classic angles in your photo shot list ♡

② Have a First Look with the Groom

If the bride decided not to show her dress to her groom until the wedding day, now is the time for the long-awaited first look! ♡

The moment you tap his shoulder.

The moment he turns around.

His reaction.

Each moment will surely become an irreplaceable memory＊

③ Give Him a Surprise Gift

While surprising him in front of the guests during the reception is wonderful,

it can also be a bit embarrassing, and many brides may prefer to do something special for their groom when it’s just the two of them＊

If that’s the case, giving a surprise gift or expressing love and gratitude during this time after getting ready is highly recommended ♩

④ Have a First Look with Your Parents

Your beloved parents who raised you. It’s also wonderful to set up a special first look with them ♡

Showing your shining appearance to your parents before the other guests is sure to be the best form of filial piety.

⑤ Write Mirror Messages

A popular hospitality gesture for guests is writing messages on the bathroom mirror—mirror messages＊

Write things like, “Thank you for today, enjoy!” or “I’m so happy to see everyone” to give guests a gentle moment of respite♩

⑥ Take Wedding Photos

The time before the ceremony is also wedding photo time!＊

I want to capture a romantic shot in places like the staircase or chapel that couldn't be taken in the pre-shoot♡

To be able to post on Instagram later, it’s good to take close-up photos of your hair arrangement and bouquet as well◎

⑦ Confirm Final Arrangements with Him

It’s also a good time to confirm the final arrangements with him, such as the flow of the ceremony, how to put on the rings smoothly, and how to perform the kiss of vows＊

Engaging in casual conversation is also recommended to help ease the nerves♡

Wishing You a Wonderful Time Before the Ceremony＊

I introduced things you might want to do during the time from getting ready to the start of the ceremony on your wedding day＊

Cherish every precious moment of your BIG DAY, and may you spend an incredible time without regrets ♡