"Half Excitement, Half Anxiety: Three Special Arrangements for Guests Without Mutual Acquaintances Among the Invitees"

2017.06.03 published

Have You Decided on the Guests to Invite to Your Wedding?

Have you decided on the guests you want to invite to your wedding?

You probably have many people you want to invite, such as family, relatives, friends from school, colleagues, and seniors at work.

For the guests, it is not only exciting to see the bride and groom in their beautiful attire, but it’s also thrilling to meet people from their community or past connections!

But what about guests who might feel alone?

It's perfectly fine to invite groups of friends or colleagues together to the wedding...

However, are there any guests who do not have any mutual friends among the invitees?

For instance, you might want to invite a childhood friend you’ve known forever, a close hairstylist or nail artist, or a lifelong best friend from middle school.

However, thinking from the guest's perspective, it can be daunting to attend a wedding where they know no one else (besides the bride who is the main star).

Though they may want to celebrate, the thought of attending alone could bring about some anxiety or awkwardness...!

Of course, respecting the guest's wishes is paramount,

but if a guest without mutual friends decides to attend the wedding, I want to make sure they feel as welcomed as possible!

So, what special arrangements can be made?

Idea 1: Inform Others at the Same Table in Advance

The first suggestion is to inform others at the same table in advance that “my friend ○○, whom I met through ~~, is attending alone, so please be friendly with them.”

In this case, it’s best to ask sociable and reliable friends to help out.

Also, asking a friend with common interests or background might facilitate a good connection even if it’s their first encounter!

Pay attention to the guest list when organizing seating to ensure a good mix.

Idea 2: Asking for a Friend Speech

The next suggestion is to ask the friend who is attending alone to give a speech at the reception.

Being the representative guest signifies trust from the bride and groom, and it could also serve as an icebreaker for the other guests.

Additionally, some people feel more at ease if they have some role to play!

Idea 3: Invite Their Partner

If the friend attending alone has a partner, it’s a good idea to invite them as well!

Even if they haven't met directly, they can introduce each other’s partners, and after the wedding, the four of you could become good friends!

In this case, make sure to mention that they don’t need to worry about the gift money for their partner.

Idea 4: Create Connections Before the Wedding

Lastly, I would suggest creating connections with other guests before the big day.

This might be a bit tricky without mutual understanding, but inviting them for a meal before the wedding could help them bond.

If all goes well, they may continue to gather together even after the wedding!

Let’s Make Sure All Guests Enjoy the Wedding♡

Do you have any guests who do not have any mutual acquaintances attending your wedding?

If so, they might understandably have some concerns about attending alone.

Let’s prepare wonderful arrangements to alleviate those worries!

May every guest who attends the wedding have a fantastic time...!