5 Small Surprises and Thoughtful Gestures for the Bride: What to Do When You're Invited to a Wedding ♩
2019.06.28 published
A dear friend's wedding. I want to do something to make them happy ♡
There are likely many future brides who are planning to attend a dear friend's wedding.
As fellow brides, we understand the challenges of wedding preparations very well. That's why we want to do something to make them think, "I'm glad I worked hard on the preparations" ♡
You don't need to plan a big surprise like a flash mob; there are plenty of small things that can bring joy to the bride.
This time, we will introduce ideas for "small surprises and considerations" that guests can do for the bride ♡
What guests want to do for the bride #1: Reply postcard art
Sending back the reply postcard with cute illustrations is "reply postcard art" ♡
It conveys the feeling of "I'm looking forward to it!" and helps motivate the bride during her wedding preparations*
Some brides may realize, when they themselves receive a decorated reply postcard, "Wow, this is such a delightful surprise!!"
(I am one of them. It really makes me happy ♡)
If you lack confidence in drawing, decorating with craft seals is recommended ♡ Just applying some stickers can make it very cute*
What guests want to do for the bride #2: "Looking forward to it" email the day before
On the day before the wedding, every bride is sure to be feeling nervous and excited.
They might have worries like whether it will be sunny the next day, whether they will be able to deliver their speech well, or whether the guests will be happy...
Wouldn't it be nice if a guest sent an email or LINE saying, "I'm looking forward to it tomorrow ♡"?
It's best to send this by around 8 PM the day before, as brides usually go to bed early and are busy the morning of the wedding◎
What guests want to do for the bride #3: A gift in the bridal room ♡
A little surprise for the bride*
A wonderful idea is to ask the planner to leave a letter or gift for the bride in the bridal room♩
If given during the reception, it might disrupt the proceedings or create a place to put the gift, so placing it subtly in the bridal room shows consideration*
On the day of the wedding, as the bride prepares with excitement, she would surely be delighted to find a gift or message from guests waiting for her in the bridal room♡
What guests want to do for the bride #4: Hand over a letter during send-off
There’s also the option of directly handing over a letter during the send-off without contacting the planner in advance ♡
This bride received a heartfelt letter from guests as a surprise and ended up in tears of emotion.
It's a lovely little surprise to conclude a perfect day with such a happy gift♡
What guests want to do for the bride #5: Take photos and send them on the day
Finally, here's something easy for anyone to do that would make any bride happy ♡
Taking lots of photos during the ceremony, reception, and after-party, and sending them later that night shows consideration*
At weddings, a professional wedding photographer usually captures the moments, but the photos may not arrive for over a week.
If guests take many pictures and send them, the couple can reminisce and enjoy the moments while waiting for the official photos♡
Be sure to capture not only the photos of the bride and groom but also the guests enjoying themselves. They will appreciate seeing how happy everyone was.
Sending a video would also bring joy ♡ Besides catching can’t-miss moments during the ceremony and reception, it’s also a good idea for friends to film messages directed at the bride during waiting times*
They will surely feel, once again, "I'm really glad I worked hard on the preparations!" ♡
Let's bring joy to the bride with subtle considerations and surprises ♡
We shared some small surprises and considerations that you might want to do for the bride when invited to a wedding*
Even without big gestures, small acts of kindness can bring joy! Be sure to incorporate these ideas into your next wedding attendance ♩