Every couple must enjoy their wedding. However, the special day would not be the same without your wedding guests. In most cases, your wedding guests are people who played a significant part in your life and supported you through thick and thin.
That is why it is important to show your guests that you appreciate them being with you throughout your life and at the wedding. On top of that, your guests put a lot of time into picking your wedding gift and preparing an outfit for the occasion. Here is the list of small touches to your wedding planning that will make your guests feel more included and appreciated.
Brighten Up Their Day With Wedding Favours
Wedding favours are small presents that wedding guests get from the couple during the ceremony or reception. These can include anything from small treats to gifts that could come in handy during the wedding. If you have a destination wedding and expect hot weather, give your guests sunscreen and a fan they can use to cool down.
Some other things that you could include in your wedding favours are coffee, small succulents, plant seeds to grow in the garden or scented candles. For more inspiration, look at websites such as Wedding SuperMarket, which have more relevant advice on wedding favours that could interest you.
Let Your Guests Know About The Wedding In Advance
You should tell your guests the date of the wedding as soon as you have a booking confirmation for the venue. This way, they will have more than enough time to plan around the date and prepare for the trip to your wedding.
Letting your guests know well in advance will make them feel cared for and truly wanted. It will allow them to adjust any plans they already have and will be more likely to attend the event. This courtesy will let them know that you appreciate them and respect their time.
Find Out Music Preferences Of Your Guests
Asking your wedding guests about their music preferences could save you from many awkward moments. If the band or DJ plays songs your guests enjoy, they will be more likely to go to the dancefloor and have a good time. On the other hand, if the setlist is not good, your guests might not want to dance at all. Make your guests feel truly appreciated by providing them with great live entertainment that will leave them with only good memories of your wedding day. This way, they will not have time to get bored and will always think of your special day as full of fun and happiness.
Welcome Your Guests When They Arrive
The best thing you can do is to welcome your wedding guests when they arrive. You can either welcome them in person or at least bring in a welcome board. This way, they will know that you appreciate them coming to celebrate the special day with you.
If you cannot welcome everyone in person, you can also ask someone to hand out welcome notes to all the guests. It may seem like a small gesture; however, that can be all it takes to make your friends and family smile and feel appreciated.
Make Sure That Everyone Feels Included
When picking a venue and planning the wedding, you should ensure that it will be inclusive and accessible to all your guests. You need to ensure that you can accommodate any health issues and disabilities. This way, your guests will feel like they are a part of the collective and will not be excluded.
An inclusive ceremony and reception will help your guests to enjoy the day fully. However, do not put your guests on the spot and make a big deal about it. This could make them feel embarrassed and out of place.
Take Into Account Any Dietary Needs Of Your Guests
It is vital that you take into consideration any dietary needs your guests might have when deciding about the wedding menu. Ideally, you should let them choose from several mains and include there at least one or two vegan options.
You should also include allergen information to ease any related worries your guests might have. This way, you will prevent any medical problems that may arise because of food allergies. One way to alert your guests about allergens could be to include small logos on the menu so everyone knows what the meal contains.
Do Not Force The Guests Who Are More Introverted Into Action
Some people are more extroverted than others. It might be easy to plan out activities that will put your guests into the spotlight or try to make everyone talk to each other. However, some people who are more introverted might not like the noise or being the centre of attention.
To make the guests who need more of a quiet environment happy, you can create a corner with comfortable sofas or armchairs that can act as a safe haven for all the introverts and guests who want to escape the crowd. This way, they will be able to talk to only a couple of people at the same time in a calmer environment.
Ensure That The Children Are Taken Care Of
If you expect any family members or friends with children at your wedding, you will want to make them feel as relaxed as possible. To achieve that, you can hire babysitters who will play with the kids and take care of them. This way, the parents will be able to enjoy the wedding without having to worry about their child.
You can also create an area with toys, colouring books and games. This way, kids will be able to entertain themselves and enjoy the wedding without sitting around and listening for long periods.
Send Out Thank You Notes
Lastly, you should send out thank you notes to all your wedding guests. Write a personalised note and thank everyone for attending and spending your special day with you. You also should not forget to thank your guests for all the wedding gifts you received.
Even such a small note and gesture will make your friends and family feel appreciated. It is often the small touches that make an experience memorable. On top of that, it does not take much time to say thank you. But putting meaning behind it can make the whole experience even more special for your guests.
