Your father is the first man to really ever love you. So your wedding day (and Father’s Day) is the perfect opportunity to let him know how much he means to you. Here are a few ways you can honor the man who stood by your side, from your first steps as a child to the ones you’ll take down the alter.
A First Look With Your Dad
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First looks are shared between couples, a sweet tradition that allows you to have a moment together before the ceremony commences. Why not share a moment with your dad? After all, it’s the day he gives his daughter away to another man that swept her off her feet! He’s definitely going to feel many emotions and would most likely be pacing the halls trying to calm those nerves. Share an adorable first look moment with your father and let him admire the beautiful person you’ve grown up to be. It will surely be something for the two of you to cherish forever.
Ask Him To Officiate Your Nuptials
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Make your wedding ceremony all the more special and meaningful by having your dad officiate it. Ask him to be the officiant on your big day and watch him be elated to stand at that altar, bringing you and your partner together in marriage. You can work with him to create a personal and unique ceremony, and he gets the opportunity to share a few loving words, being a big part of your union.
Share A Song And Dance
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A father-daughter dance is one of the most special moments you can share with your beloved dad. Select a song that holds a place in your heart and sums up your relationship perfectly, so everyone in the room can see for themselves the unconditional love that can’t be found anywhere else. And if one of you has two left feet, don’t worry! Dance lessons are just another reason to spend more quality time together and make more memories you’ll cherish.
Something Borrowed, Something Blue
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If you want to follow the age-old tradition, it is not necessary to always borrow these items from past brides. Borrow one of your dad’s handkerchiefs, a cufflink, or a piece of his old shirt and incorporate it into your dress or bouquet. Be creative and have a part of your dad close to you as you walk down to your husband-to-be.
A Message For Dad
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A sweet note to appreciate your dad and let him know how much he means to you will surely move him. The personalized touch with your own words is something he will hold on to for life, knowing he will always be the first man his little girl ever loved.
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