Why we think every Couple should have an Unplugged Ceremony
Having an unplugged ceremony is something we highly recommend all of our clients consider for their wedding.
What is an Unplugged Ceremony?
This is when the Bride and Groom ask their guests to turn their cell phones and cameras off and refrain from taking photos until the ceremony has concluded.
Why would you do such a thing!?
What about all the Instagram stories and Facebook live videos you’ll miss out on having from your friends and family?! Well here are three reasons why we think you should consider it:
1. You want your guests to be present:
Don’t you want your guests to watch your ceremony “live” instead of through the lens of their camera or iPhone screen?! Having an unplugged ceremony will encourage guests to be more present and connected with you while you say your vows to one another. And isn’t this the reason you invited them to your wedding in the first place?
2. Compromising your professional photos:
This is a big one! You have put in the time, effort, and money to carefully pick out the perfect professional photographer to capture your special moments and you don’t want phones, cameras, and iPad’s getting in the way of your perfect shot. No couple wants to look back on the picture of their first kiss and see 10 different iPhones sticking out in the frame. Without a doubt, your guests will get caught up in the moment and not even realize they are either blocking or compromising the photographer from getting one of the most important shots of the entire day!
3. Intimacy:
Not everyone wants their personal vows and the first kiss blasted all over social media! I’m sure making your guest list was not an easy task… By having an unplugged ceremony you can ensure that only those closest to you will be there for your very special moment. This also allows YOU to be the one to share the professional photos that you love and approve of from your ceremony when YOU want. An unplugged ceremony puts you back in control of your wedding ceremony!
Letting Everyone Know
Don’t know how to break the news to your guests?! Not to worry, there are a few ways you can go about it:
- Make a sign: This is your excuse to have another cute sign!!!! Place it at the entrance for your ceremony for all guests to read. It could read something like “Welcome to our unplugged ceremony” or “Thank you for coming! We have but one plea. Please keep our ceremony camera-free.” The creative options for these signs are seriously endless so hop over to Pinterest to get some ideas!
- Include it on your wedding program or mention it on your wedding website
- Ask your officiant and/or coordinator to say a few words before the ceremony to remind everyone that it will be an unplugged ceremony
Finally, We know you probably still want to be able to share your ceremony footage with everyone so we recommend chatting with you coordinator and photo/video team to set up a plan on how you to share your photos and maybe even someday after sneak-peeks electronically with your guests after the wedding so they don’t feel like they missed out.
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