Any 2021 brides getting nervous with covid 19?

Your wedding is in September of 2021 - You have more than a year of planning ahead of you. Have you watch the news? Worldwide news? The numbers in the US are skewed first of all, we count EVERY TEST not every person. 1 person could have 10 positive tests and it's counted as 10 new cases not 1 positive.

Worldwide the numbers are going DOWN, it's only here they are on the rise, not suspicious?

Now, just curious, you make plans for a possible return of Covid, but what are you going to do if another virus is present, or if Swine Flu makes a comeback (after all the media said it was on the rise again).

Stop worrying about the things you can't control, focus on what you can. If you're already planning for the worst, you'll never have the best which is what you deserve.

August 2021 bride here, and yes I'm nervous about COVID still being an issue. We've already talked to our venue about this so that we know what our options are. Plan B will be to drop our guest list from 150 to 100. If we have to go lower than 100 based on the guidelines at that time, then we will just reschedule for 2022. I also need to talk to the other vendors about this as well. I think the important things is to start having these conversations now with your venue and other vendors so you know what you're working with.

View Quoted Comment I’m not speaking in regards to numbers but more so the restrictions that are in place for venues and such. I understand numbers may not be accurate but places are required to follow rules for number of guests and wearing masks and such. I’m just curious if other 2021 brides are looking in to alternatives or plan b for their weddings just in case things aren’t back to normal by then. People getting married in April thought things would be back to normal by September/October and it’s not looking that way so I’m just wondering if 2021 brides are taking all of this in to consideration and what their thoughts are. It’s not that I’m planning for the worst it’s that I want to make sure our day is beautiful no matter what happens and being attentive to what all is going on. Like I said 2021 seems far away, but time is flying by and I want to be prepared for our big day.

Yes, we are concerned the virus may impact our Oct. 2021 wedding plans. This is one reason we plan to make our elopement super special.

It is very smart to stay educated and on top of what’s going on with the virus. This will ultimately lead you to plan what is best for you and your guests. (And don't let others tell you how to feel or react.) Sending love!

I'm a little nervous about our new date in February, but we are going to do it regardless of if we have to scale back to a smaller wedding or not. We've postponed once because my fiance got sick, and then a second time because of covid--we aren't doing it again.

View Quoted Comment That’s definitely a good idea to start discussing with your vendors now! I think I might do that as well for peace of mind and start getting a better idea of a plan b.

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But that's what I'm talking about, if you spend all your time worrying and planning for something we have no idea what's going to be you're not going to enjoy it. My wedding is in October and I'm NOT worried. The WORLD will NOT shut down again. I had a venue in February / March and the world DID SHUT DOWN, I had to wait patiently till June 7th for my venue to reopen and sign a contract. I didn't stop planning, I sent STDs without a contract, I updated my wedding website with the information that was available. I never stopped planning. My FH and I and our entire guest list are all essential workers we have ZERO plans to not have a wedding - in fact our guests who we thought wouldn't come are actually taking time off to be there. FL is on the rise again and yet life still goes on. I can stress and worry or I can plan and hope for the best. I choose to remain hopeful and positive, because I can control only the things I can control. I can't control some crazy virus, I can't control the weather and I'll be in the heart of Hurricane season for my wedding, again, I can worry and freak out or I can adapt and accept. My wedding is also small enough that I don't have to worry about leaving someone out.

Watch the news, listen to the real experts and make your own informed decision. But stop worrying about things a year away. I feel awful for the brides who had to postpone or cancel, but you know I feel worse for the people who DIED without their loved ones right next to them. Because NO ONE should die feeling alone and helpless. A wedding is an exciting day and it should be, it shouldn't be planned with worry and doubt. Worry about what you can control, that's all I'm saying.

View Quoted Comment Thank you! I’m sure your elopement will be perfect no matter what happens with the virus. I agree that it’s important to stay vigilant and it doesn’t hurt to have a back up plan, especially since none of us know what will happen with all of this in the future.

I just postponed my Sept 2020 wedding until next spring and of COVID is still not better we are just getting married. Our venue said we had to wear masks and no dancing so that made my decision to wait and pray for next year. No one knows what will happen which is the sad part. Our special day is in the hands of what this virus will do. We all just need to get through this and however you can make your wedding happen it will be beautiful! We are all in the same boat.

View Quoted Comment I’m sure you’re wedding will be beautiful no matter what you plan and that’s wonderful your guests are able to attend still. Also that’s good to hear you aren’t worried as I know lots of people are.


Im more concerned then anything else, just trying my best to understand everything. It doesn’t hurt to have a back up plan. My aunt and uncle live in Texas and both caught covid 19. I almost lost my uncle to it and he’s been recovering for 3 months now. For me covid 19 has effected my family and is something I would never wish upon anyone and I would feel even worse knowing it was spread from my wedding. If I need to have a back up plan to feel better and safer then that’s what I will do.

I understand your worry. You have the right to feel the way you do. As a bride who had to postpone due to Covid my advice to you is to have a plan b. Unfortunately we do not know what our world will look like in 2021 but with all this talk about vaccine vs no vaccine I think the safest thing to do is to make a plan B and C. It is okay to think about the what if’s beachside your wedding is a very special day and no matter how it looks and no matter what you have to sacrifice you deserve for it to be special for you and your partner. I chose to get married on my original date and moved the reception to 2021. If 2021 still has limits on the amount of guest that can be around then we will probably cancel or save our deposits for a crazy big baby shower ahaha in the future lol 😂 but we are not making any decisions about our 2021 plans until January. I hope this helps, keep planning, your day will come and even if Itis not what you originally imagined it will still be beautiful.

View Quoted Comment That’s very good advice thank you and so sorry you had to postpone!!

October 2021 bride here. Not nervous yet, but I can totally understand why you feel that way. I would just keep moving forward and try to not think about it. It's over a year away and I think we'll be just fine.

October 2021 bride here. We decided to actually move up our wedding (crazy I know) to October of this year and get legally married with our parents and siblings. We’ve planned a really special day and I’m hoping it takes some stress out of worrying about what things will look like next year. Then hopefully having a one year vow renewal and reception on the date originally planned 🤞

We are not too worried because most of our vendors have already reached out about what can be done if things are still dicey next year. Also we are having a smaller wedding of 80 to 100 and have looked into providing a vertical option as well for those that may not feel comfortable. Just do what makes you comfortable and happy planning!

I meant virtual lolol

View Quoted Comment Yeah I’m thinking if anything well just make it more intimate, I don’t think well end up postponing. Just trying to keep positive and moving forward with everything and hopefully things will get better soon.

View Quoted Comment Lol, that’s awesome your vendors seem on top of everything! Makes it a lot less stressful I’m sure! I’ll probably check in with my vendors soon just to see what their plans are as well.

View Quoted Comment What a great idea!

View Quoted Comment For sure! I feel that a lot of vendors have started to change things around because of COVID.