"Surprise Selection! How to Choose an Escort for the Bride's Time Away"

Who are brides asking to be their escort during their recess?

One common feature of wedding receptions is the recess. Whether or not there is a dress change, it's standard for both the groom and bride to exit and re-enter at least once.

It's also a tradition to select an escort to take the bride out of the reception venue, which has become a very popular element of the ceremony♡

The mission of the escort is often to create a surprise, and the reactions of the chosen guests—be it surprise, joy, or even tears of emotion—are part of the charm＊

@tomotomo_ta0527wd

The choice of escort is fundamentally free! Among the dozens of invited guests, it can be quite difficult to choose just one... but what kind of relationships are senior brides selecting for their escorts?

Here are various examples♡

Escort during the bride's recess① Best friend

First and foremost, a classic choice is the bride’s best friend♡

Many people find themselves moved to tears seeing their long-time friend in a bridal gown＊ It’s a moment that is likely to be unforgettable for both♡

@love_sato

Escort during the bride's recess② Senior colleague

Some brides have even chosen a senior colleague they’ve been indebted to since before joining the company for the surprise escort♡

It conveys feelings of gratitude like, “I am who I am today because you were there for me”＊

Moreover, the senior was a former bride who had her wedding at the same venue! What a wonderful surprise, right?♡

Escort during the bride's recess③ Grandparents

Brides who choose to recess with their grandparents must surely be looking forward to seeing their granddaughter in her wedding gown immensely♡

It was said that the grandmother cried out of emotion.

If you choose a grandparent or another guest who may find it a bit difficult to walk, it's kind to go to the guest’s seat to welcome them instead of bringing them to the front yourself♡

@yco_wed

Escort during the bride's recess④ Grandmother + Younger sister

This is an example where a bride recessed with two grandmothers and her younger sister＊

At first, she was worried about choosing between her sister or one of her grandmothers, but her planner suggested, "Let's do it with all four of you!"♡

They called the sister out first, walked around the venue, and then together went to pick up the grandmothers♡

Escort during the bride's recess⑤ Decided by lottery!

All the guests attending the wedding are important and meaningful to the bride and groom.

For brides who feel they can't choose just one from among that group... some have decided their escort by lottery!♡

This is a surprise for everyone and is a very interesting idea♩

@wedding_ichi_hawaii

Escort during the bride's recess⑥ Mother

Many brides recess with their mothers, right?＊

Let's express our gratitude to the mother, who has always been the main confidant and understanding partner throughout life＊

@beautifulbell22

Escort during the bride's recess⑦ Siblings

While parents can participate in the veil down or walk down the aisle during the ceremony, there’s no performance with siblings.

Many brides want to recess with their siblings, as they want to walk with family other than their parents in their bridal gown!＊

@ikik_wd_0428

Escort during the bride's recess⑧ Sister, brother + Cousins♡

A bride who recessed with her older sister, younger brother, cousins, and male cousin.

She had decided to recess with all five of them as they had spent their childhood together like siblings.

Since it’s hard to exit side by side, they opted for a train-style exit♩ Her younger brother joined her for the exit, feeling a bit shy, making her very happy.

@rica_wedding

Escort during the bride's recess⑨ Childhood friend's mother!

There are brides who chose the mothers of their childhood friends as their escorts♡

The two friends’ mothers treated her as if she were their own child as part of their close-knit group since childhood♡

Within the group, it has become customary to ask the mothers to escort during the recess at wedding ceremonies＊

Escort during the bride's recess⑩ Wedding planner

Some brides surprise their wedding planners—who supported their wonderful weddings—by choosing them as the escort♡

It’s a way to convey gratitude for the encouragement and help provided during the challenging preparations＊

Since planners are often busy on the day itself and may not be present at the venue, it’s essential to make arrangements with other staff members beforehand if you want to surprise the planner as an escort.

@mochan_40

May the bride's recess time be filled with emotion♡

Additionally, there have been brides who asked their revered teachers or the groom's family to be the escorts♡

There are no set rules about who to choose as the escort for the bride, but it seems advisable to avoid men who are not part of one’s family.

This is because some guests might find it odd for the bride to walk with anyone other than the groom or her own father.

However, since the basic principle is freedom, it's perfectly fine to ask the groom's father to be the escort for the sake of deepening relationships, or to ask the groom's boss, which could liven things up as well＊

@0625.tn.wedding

The escort during the bride's recess is a joyful moment for everyone chosen♡

Have the most wonderful time with the guests walking beside the blissful bride＊