All Eyes on You: Perfect Your Adorable Behaviors During Cake Cutting and First Bite!

How to Make the Wedding Ceremony's Highlight Moments Successful?

One of the most notable scenes in a wedding and reception is undoubtedly the [wedding cake cutting and first bite] scene.*

The cake cutting symbolizes the first joint task, while the first bite conveys the meanings of "I'll never let you go hungry!" and "I'll always make delicious meals for you♡". It is the most picturesque moment♡ You want to create a joyful atmosphere and capture wonderful photos, right?◎

However, figuring out how to effectively stage the highlight moment can be a challenge. On the wedding day, you may feel rushed and forget what to do...!

For brides worried about this, we’ll share tips for the cake cutting and first bite scene＊ Keep these tips in mind and be sure to review them right before the wedding♡

Tips for the Wedding Ceremony's Highlight Scene! Wedding Cake Cutting & First Bite Tip 1: Just Smile!

The key to the cake cutting and first bite is to simply smile! Some brides might think, "Really?", but maintaining a smile the whole time can actually be quite challenging.

It's particularly important to smile at the moment you start cutting the cake and when you're taking the first bite. Many brides unknowingly end up with a serious face because they look down and focus…!

While a serious expression can be great in moderation, if you remain serious throughout, the photos can turn out unfortunate…! During the cake cutting and first bite, just keep smiling! Even if you're looking down, make sure to keep the corners of your mouth lifted♡

Tips for the Wedding Ceremony's Highlight Scene! Wedding Cake Cutting & First Bite Tip 2: Make Eye Contact with Your Partner＊

The second tip for the cake cutting and first bite is to make eye contact with your groom♡

During the cake cutting and first bite, guests will gather around, so whether you look straight ahead, to the left, or to the right, guests will be poised with their cameras ready♩

If the bride and groom are looking in different directions, the resulting photos will be filled with mismatched gazes. And if you're looking around in a confused way, the photos could end up blurry…!

To prevent this, it's a good idea to inform the MC during the pre-ceremony briefing, “Please direct us on where to look during the cake cutting.”

An experienced MC will usually suggest, “Please look at the guests on the right! Now, turn and look at the guests in the center!” However, sometimes they may not provide such directions…!

Not being able to capture good photos is disappointing for both the bride and groom and the guests. So, check with your MC in advance to ensure lovely photos are taken◎

Tips for the Wedding Ceremony's Highlight Scene! Wedding Cake Cutting & First Bite Tip 3: Hold the Plate Close and Wipe with a Napkin at the End♡

When you give the first bite to your groom, you often use large items like big spoons or ladles＊ However, if you take too large a piece, it might spill from the spoon…!

To prevent spills, while giving the first bite, hold a spoon in your right hand and a plate in your left, keeping it close at hand＊ This creates an elegant and gentle atmosphere◎

Also, using a large spoon for the first bite can lead to whipped cream getting on your face. In that case, gently wipe it away with a napkin or cloth♡ The newlywed lovey-dovey vibe might elicit cheers from the guests♡

Just so you know, if you get cake on your tuxedo or wedding dress, you could have to pay for cleaning… So be careful!

Tips for the Wedding Ceremony's Highlight Scene! Wedding Cake Cutting & First Bite Tip 4: Be Elegant♡

This is a part where different brides may have varying opinions… During the first bite, diving face-first into the cake (!), having a very wide open mouth despite having cake in it, or having whipped cream smeared all around your face can happen, as can having the groom serving an overly large slice that spills over and stains the dress.

Of course, those moments can be quite entertaining, especially if it’s the groom…

However, if it’s the bride, some of the groom's relatives might find it unpleasant…!

It depends on the relatives, but guests expect a beautifully elegant bride for their precious son/grandson/nephew's special day. If they come expecting a graceful bride and see cake smashed on her face, whipped cream spilled everywhere, or a wide-open laughing mouth, some might not feel positive about it.

Remember, weddings are attended not only by friends but also by colleagues and family members. Consider not just “Will the wedding be lively?” but also the relationship with the guests and how you’ll be perceived as the bride and the groom's wife when performing acts.◎

Keeping it Gracious and Sophisticated, While Being True to Yourselves is Key♡

How was the tips for the cake cutting and first bite? The cake cutting and first bite is where the bride and groom can shine＊ There are no set rules!＊

However, since you're doing it, you want to pay attention to various aspects for a great performance. Be sure to review these again before the wedding♩