Three Things to Do During the Wedding Break for Guest Hospitality and Memory-Making ♩

What Should You Do During the Outfit Change?

As the reception progresses towards the middle, the bride and groom temporarily step away for their outfit change.

During that time, with the main couple absent, guests can engage in conversation or enjoy pre-prepared performances from the bride and groom.

Depending on how creative you get, there are various ways to utilize this time!

In this article, we'll introduce three things you should do during the couple's absence.

[What to do during the absence ①] Play a profile movie

Playing a pre-made profile movie while the couple is away is a classic reception performance.

Childhood photos, profiles, and the story of how they met are intriguing episodes for the guests.

While watching the video, guests can also have lively conversations with each other.

Receptions often feature many elements like greeting times, cake cuts, first bites, and table rounds, leading guests to constantly look at the bride and groom and have little time to enjoy their meals.

However, during the profile movie, guests can leisurely enjoy their delicious food and chat while watching the video, which is a wonderful aspect!

[What to do during the absence ②] Place stuffed animals at the head table

In addition to playing the profile movie, a second performance you might want to do simultaneously is to place stuffed animals at the bride and groom's head table.

This prevents the head table from looking lonely during the couple's absence, and it’s adorable to imagine the stuffed animals guarding the space in their absence. Plus, it serves as a photo spot for guests!

Make sure to ask the staff to move the welcome dolls during the profile movie screening.

Recently, it has also become popular to have stuffed animals hold message boards or photo props with messages like "I'm getting a makeover!" or "Please wait a moment!"

[What to do during the absence ③] Get photographed

While simultaneously playing the profile movie and having stuffed animals at the head table,

the bride and groom should fully utilize the remaining time after their outfit change for a photo shoot outside the reception venue, like in the lobby or garden, to capture their new looks.

The time needed for the outfit change will depend on what changes are made, such as switching from a dress to traditional wear and how much the hair changes, but typically, the absence lasts about 30 minutes.

The quicker the outfit change goes, the more time there is for taking pictures. To ensure a smooth change, it’s essential to do a hair and makeup rehearsal or communicate your preferences in advance.

For brides concerned that they may not have enough time to get photographed due to a lengthy outfit change,

it’s also recommended to take a few photos just before re-entering, even if it’s only at the door!

Three Essential Things to Do During the Absence

The three things you absolutely should do during the couple's absence are:

☑ Play a profile movie

☑ Place stuffed animals at the head table

☑ Get photographed outside the venue

These activities not only entertain guests but also allow you to capture beautiful memories of your outfit change, which is incredibly fulfilling.

Make the most of your outfit change time and have a wonderful experience!