Adapting Flexibly: What Other Poses Can the Groom and Bride Take While Standing or Walking Besides "Linking Arms"?

2018.10.01 published

What are the other postures besides "arms crossed"?

At a wedding, there are many moments when the bride and groom walk side by side, such as entering and exiting the reception, table rounds, and candle services.

In such cases, it is basic etiquette for the bride to wrap her right hand around the groom's left arm, keeping their arms crossed at all times.*

However! It's not always okay to keep your arms crossed at every moment during the wedding!

Depending on the venue, the space between tables may be narrow, or certain performances may look better with a different posture, so

it's important to consult with your partner about what might look better, like "Wouldn't this posture be better?" according to the time, place, and occasion.♡

@himawari___wedding

Here are some postures for the bride and groom other than the basic "arms crossed."

① Being escorted

At formal parties, it is a fundamental gesture for a man to take a woman's hand and walk a step ahead to escort her, and this is the same at weddings.♡

This is particularly suitable when going down stairs or when the venue is narrow and the couple cannot walk side by side.

The groom should extend his hand, and the bride gently places her hand on top of his. This is the correct method.*

@himawari___wedding

② Holding hands

Many newlyweds hold hands like they would on a date instead of crossing their arms.*

While this creates a bit of distance between the two, it has a natural, comfortable vibe that isn't overly formal.

To maintain a wedding-like atmosphere while holding hands, it is recommended that the groom lead and walk slightly ahead.♡

This bride generally crosses her arms during the ceremony but opted to hold hands only during the entrance for the outfit change,

and she received compliments from guests saying it was adorable.♩

@chihitomo.wedding

③ Hand around the waist

The last posture I'll introduce is when the groom places his hand around the bride's waist.

This is a natural posture to do not while walking, but when standing together for moments like the bride's letter reading or cake cutting.*

Many grooms tend to forget to put their hands around the waist during the ceremony,

so it seems wise to remind them beforehand by saying, "Make sure to remember!"♩

@lva__wd

Natural postures according to TPO♡

Whether it's the ceremony, reception, or after-party, don't forget the basic posture of "arms crossed" during the wedding.♡

However, there may be times when holding hands or being escorted looks better depending on the situation,

so being flexible and adaptable in such cases would be perfect. *

Be sure to communicate this well with your partner too.♩

@mishafu