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Mrs.a.brown
Savvy August 2019

Logistics of the ceremony

Mrs.a.brown, on April 14, 2019 at 9:52 PM Posted in Wedding Ceremony 0 7
Ok, I've finally figured out how I'm going down the aisle. Theres a long walk from the bridal suite to the chairs of the aisle, so I've got my stepdad walking me that portion. Then I have my Dad walking me down the aisle itself. My question is figuring out the logistics of it. When my step dad hands me to my Dad, should I have my step dad follow behind or go around to the side to find his seat. I'm having my bridesmaids and flower girls/ring bearer go first and I would be last. I'm just thinking this might not be the best way to do things. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

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Latest activity by Mrs.a.brown, on June 14, 2019 at 2:00 AM
  • Melissa O'
    Devoted April 2019
    Melissa O' ·
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    Interesting question. Everybody talks about splitting the two 'dad' when walking down the aisle, but you are right, having him trail down behind you would look wierd.

    If he goes to his seat, how does he get there?

    Can they both escort you down the aisle together?

    Or, perhaps have your mom seated halfway down the aisle. Then when you dad steps up she could step up also and escort your stepfather down the aisle in front of you.
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  • Tara
    Master May 2020
    Tara ·
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    It’s entirely your decision; there’s no wrong or right way.
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    Master June 2020
    Anna ·
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    I think you could all walk together and he could sit when he reaches his seat.
    Or, he probably wouldn't mind walking a few steps behind the two of you.

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  • Mrs.a.brown
    Savvy August 2019
    Mrs.a.brown ·
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    I thought about having him go ahead of me, but I feel it would take away from the grand reveal a bit. We're not doing a first look. It sounds selfish and vain, but I kinda want a wow moment when I see my fiance. I also dont want to feel like I'm shoving him off to the side to find his seat while everyone is looking at me. I dont know...there are so many ways to go about it. I know he'll be ok with whatever I decide. It's more of how I feel in the end.
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  • Mrs.a.brown
    Savvy August 2019
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    I didn't want to fight with my dad the day of, so splitting it up like so was pretty much my only option. Otherwise dad was going to get nixed. Step dad has more points we with me right now. I still want my dad included, so he's happy as long as he gets that aisle part all to himself. I'm trying to minimize drama so I can keep stress down.
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    Master June 2020
    Anna ·
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    Well then your stepfather could walk behind you two. If he goes around to his seat it will draw more attention than if he continues to walk behind you,just my opinion.
    Good luck! Don't worry it will all go like clock work on your big day.
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  • Mrs.a.brown
    Savvy August 2019
    Mrs.a.brown ·
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    UPDATE:

    So last week my Step-Dad texted me and told me he doesn't want to walk me halfway down the aisle. After a long talk and some deep rooted feelings, I got him to tell me why. Turns out he has a lot of bent up issues regarding my Dad and doesn't want to hand me off to him for the 2nd half. So, he opted out completely. So I'll respect his wishes and not include him in the ceremony at all. My Dad is now walking me all the way. He didn't ask questions as to why the change. I'm guessing he's just happy to still be included.

    Thank you to everyone for your thoughts. You helped a lot; seriously!!

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