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Groom’s Guide to a Smooth Wedding Day Experience

Getting ready for your wedding day? Here a groom’s guide to ensure everything goes smoothly. Whether you’re the groom or someone sharing this with a groom, these pointers will help make the day stress-free and enjoyable.

Before the Wedding Day

  1. Learn to Tie Your Tie or Bowtie
    Don’t assume you’ll figure it out last minute. Watch a tutorial, practice in the mirror, and be prepared.
  2. Pack an Extra Stick of Deodorant
    Either carry one in your bag or ask your partner to include it in their essentials bag. You’ll thank yourself later.

On the Wedding Day

  1. Know the Timeline
    Your photographer will likely provide a schedule. Make sure you’re aware of when to be ready.
  2. Be Showered and Mostly Dressed Before Photos
    When your photographer arrives, you should already have pants and a shirt on. This avoids delays and awkward moments.
  3. Wear Fun Socks
    Unless you’re going sockless with dress shoes, fun socks add personality and make a great groomsmen gift.

Wedding Details

  1. Groomsmen Gift Ideas:
    • Personalized socks, coozies, shot glasses, or sunglasses
    • Fireball shooter or preferred alcohol
    • Sneakers (like Jordan 1s) for the reception
    • Granola bar and water bottle for quick energy
    • Gift card to their favorite restaurant or bar
  2. Bring a Reception Outfit Change
    A fresh shirt will keep you feeling comfortable, especially in warm weather.
  3. Wear Comfortable Shoes for Dancing
    Dress shoes look great but aren’t ideal for dancing all night. Have a pair of stylish sneakers ready.
  4. Use a Magnetic Boutonniere
    Skip the hassle of pins. A magnetic boutonniere is easy to attach and eliminates the risk of accidental poking.

Final Thoughts

These simple steps can make a huge difference in your wedding experience. Share this groom’s guide with a groom-to-be and help make their day stress-free! I hope learned from this that you can take away and use at your own wedding! For some more helpful tips check out my blogs on 6 Factors Affecting Wedding Timelines or 10 Q’s to ask vendors before booking. Or listen to my wedding tip podcast, The Busy Bride!!

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“Gabriella captured our special moments perfectly! She photographed our proposal, Holud night before the wedding, and wedding day. She was very easy to work with and always communicative and responsive. She was able to handle a 300 person wedding with ease and always got the shot. I've only seen the sneak peek from our wedding weekend but I am already in love with the pictures. She truly captured the joy and happiness of the weekend through her photos, which I will treasure forever. She is also just a genuinely kind person, which makes working with her even better :) Highly recommend.”

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