Types of Performances to Spotlight the Groom During the Ceremony: Adding to the Usual Flow ♥
2018.10.09 published
Let's Go! Groom's Entrance ♡
Once the ceremony starts, it’s immediately time for the groom’s entrance ♡
Typically, the groom enters alone, following the pastor, and walks solo down the aisle to the altar.
However, recently, there has been a gradual increase in the trend of adding a little performance where the groom is the main focus at the time of entrance*
While weddings often feature many moments where the bride is in the spotlight, there are few heartwarming moments that center around the groom,
so for brides who want to increase such moments, incorporating groom-focused performances during the ceremony is recommended*
Here are a few performances that can be done during the groom's entrance at the ceremony!
Try suggesting to him, "Would you like to do this?"*
Performance Idea #1: Jacket Ceremony
The jacket ceremony involves the groom's father putting the jacket on his son as a final touch.
It’s the groom's version of the veil-down moment where the bride is draped with her veil by her mother*
The performance carries a heartfelt message such as, "Make sure to make [Bride's Name] happy" or "Be a real man," and it’s truly moving...!
It's a wonderful performance that highlights the bond between father and son, different from that of mothers and daughters♡
Performance Idea #2: Boutonniere Ceremony (from Mother to Groom)
Following the jacket ceremony, there is also a performance where the groom's mother places the boutonniere in the groom's jacket pocket to make the final preparations*
A boutonniere is originally something the bride pins on the groom. It symbolizes the response to a proposal.
Therefore, while having the mother place the boutonniere on the groom opposes the original meaning,
this bride felt that it was great for creating memories since there are few chances for the groom's mother to be highlighted during the wedding♡
Performance Idea #3: Boutonniere Ceremony (from Groom to Father)
This is the same boutonniere ceremony, but the next one introduces the groom placing the boutonniere in his father's morning suit pocket*
It’s a performance of appreciation, expressing thanks for raising him♩
Instead of a boutonniere, a surprise gift of a tie pin could also be a lovely idea♡
Performance Idea #4: Walking with Children
Finally, one idea to showcase is, in the case of a family wedding, having the groom walk down the aisle with children*
While traditionally the groom walks alone, walking with adorable children creates a warm atmosphere throughout the chapel♡
This also helps ease the atmosphere before the bride's entrance, which is a welcome performance from the bride's perspective♡
Making the Groom's Entrance a Wonderful Time ♩
At the very beginning of the ceremony, it’s time for the groom's entrance*
Simply walking in is fine, but
if he thinks, "I want to express my gratitude to my parents or do something with the children,"
then definitely try incorporating the performances introduced this time♡