{"id":33402,"date":"2023-06-01T05:00:28","date_gmt":"2023-06-01T12:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/?p=33402"},"modified":"2023-07-17T16:47:39","modified_gmt":"2023-07-17T23:47:39","slug":"wedding-ceremony-order","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/wedding-ceremony-order\/","title":{"rendered":"Order of Wedding Ceremony: What Comes First?"},"content":{"rendered":"It&#8217;s a well-known fact that no two wedding ceremonies are alike, and that includes the order of wedding ceremony. Even though most follow the same generic order, the couple is free to customize the order of their ceremony to their own unique style. Whether that means incorporating religious or cultural traditions or throwing a celebratory fist in the air during the kiss, each couple can and should make their ceremony a reflection of their personal relationship. We\u2019ve compiled a list of the complete order of wedding ceremony to help shape your special day, from the processional to the recessional. Once you&#8217;ve added your creative touches, add the order of your ceremony to beautiful wedding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-programs\/\">programs<\/a> and be sure to pick up other great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-celebration-decor\/\">day-of wedding stationery and accessories<\/a>, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-menu-cards\/\">menus<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-guestbooks\/\">guestbooks<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/napkins\/?design-occasion=Wedding\">napkins<\/a>, and more.\r\n<!DOCTYPE html>\r\n<html>\r\n<head>\r\n<script>function scrollListener(){document.getElementById(\"carousel-product-list-wrapper\").addEventListener(\"scroll\",scrollListener)}function scrollListener(){manageArrowsVisibility()}function manageArrowsVisibility(e=0){var 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The maid of honor and best man walk down after all other bridesmaids and groomsmen have made their way down the aisle. The ring bearer will then carry the rings to the altar, followed by the flower girl.\r\n<br><br>\r\nIn a traditional Christian processional, the bride is walked down the aisle by her father while the groom waits at the altar. In a traditional Jewish processional, the groom\u2019s parents escort him down the aisle, followed by the bride being escorted down the aisle by her parents.\r\n<br><br>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-programs\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-71264 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/botanical-wedding-program.jpg\" alt=\"Botanical wedding program with custom details and illustrations\" width=\"365\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/botanical-wedding-program.jpg 365w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/botanical-wedding-program-219x300.jpg 219w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/botanical-wedding-program-62x85.jpg 62w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 365px) 100vw, 365px\" \/><\/a>\r\n<h3>Opening Remarks<\/h3>\r\nNext, come the opening remarks. These include any words of welcome that the officiant may express. Typically, they begin with \u201cDearly beloved, we are gathered here today\u2026\u201d or some may just address the crowd as \u201cFriends and family\u2026\u201d.\r\n<br><br>\r\nThe officiant may then share the significance of marriage with the crowd or a small antidote of your love story. You can delegate what you would prefer your officiant to open with ahead of time if you wish to do so.\r\n<br><br>\r\n\r\n<h3>Readings<\/h3>\r\nA few people may be invited up to share or exchange readings at this point in the ceremony. Whether these readings are religious, spiritual, or excerpts from your favorite romance novel, you can tailor the readings to reflect you and your partners idea of love and marriage.<br><br>\r\n<h3>Officiant Addresses the Couple<\/h3>\r\nThe officiant will then address the couple, emphasizing the significance of the responsibilities or marriage and vows in which the couple is about to take.\r\n<br><br>\r\n\r\n<h3>Exchange of Vows<\/h3>\r\nThe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/wedding-vows\/\">wedding vows<\/a> provide the couple with a great opportunity to add a personal touch to the ceremony. Couples may choose to write their own vows to each other, exchange how they first met and reflect on their relationship or use the traditional phrasing guided by the officiant. This is your opportunity to make a special promise to your love, so plan how you wish to express this feeling in advance.\r\n<!-- Shop Trending Categories shortcode -->\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n<br>\r\n<!-- \/Shop Trending Categories shortcode -->\r\n<h3>Ring Exchange<\/h3>\r\nRight after the vows comes the ring exchange. The officiant will prompt the ring bearer to present the rings. Typically, you will say \u201cWith this ring, I thee wed\u2026\u201d. Remember to place the ring on your partner\u2019s left hand, as this side is closer to the heart. The bride\u2019s wedding band will be placed on the same finger as the engagement ring.\r\n<br><br>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/wedding\/wedding-stationery\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-69285 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/featured-image-for-DIY-wedding-decorations-with-different-day-of-programs.jpg\" alt=\"featured image for DIY wedding decorations with different day of programs\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/featured-image-for-DIY-wedding-decorations-with-different-day-of-programs.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/featured-image-for-DIY-wedding-decorations-with-different-day-of-programs-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/featured-image-for-DIY-wedding-decorations-with-different-day-of-programs-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/featured-image-for-DIY-wedding-decorations-with-different-day-of-programs-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/featured-image-for-DIY-wedding-decorations-with-different-day-of-programs-85x48.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a>\r\n<h3>Pronouncement of Marriage<\/h3>\r\nOnce the rings have been properly placed, the officiant will pronounce you and your love husband and wife. Now it\u2019s time to officially seal the deal.<br><br>\r\n<h3>The Kiss<\/h3>\r\nNext comes the most anticipated moment of the whole ceremony. The officiant will say \u201cYou may now kiss the bride\u201d. Some grooms will choose to dip their bride as they kiss them or lift them off their feet in a warm embrace. No matter what you and your partner choose to do, it will definitely be a magical moment and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/wedding-photos\/\">must-have wedding photo<\/a> that you\u2019ll look back on for the rest of your life.\r\n<br><br>\r\n\r\n<h3>Unity Ceremony<\/h3>\r\nSome couples opt to have a unity ceremony after the first kiss. Some unity ceremony ideas include the mixing of two different colors of sand or water to symbolize two becoming one or a candle lighting.<br><br>\r\n<h3>Closing Remarks<\/h3>\r\nThe officiant will end the ceremony with a few closing words. For a religious ceremony, he or she will also include a blessing for the couple to have a long and happy marriage.\r\n<br><br>\r\n\r\n<h3>The Recessional<\/h3>\r\nThe bride and groom are the first to exit during the recessional. They are then followed by the flower girl and the ring bearer. The maid of honor and best man will then make their way down the aisle, followed by the remaining bridesmaids and groomsmen. The bride and groom\u2019s parents will then exit. The guests should be the last to exit and will make their way to the cocktail hour or reception.<br><br>\r\n<h2>More Great Wedding Ideas<\/h2>\r\nWhen adding the order of wedding ceremony to your wedding programs, be sure to mention <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/wedding-party\/\">who&#8217;s who in the wedding party<\/a> to properly acknowledge your friends and family who helped to make this day so special. And be sure to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-invitations\/\">wedding invitations<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/save-the-date\/\">save the dates<\/a> (including the ever-popular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/save-the-date\/?card-format=Magnets\">save the date magnets<\/a>),\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-announcements\/\">wedding announcements<\/a>, and more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/wedding\/wedding-stationery\/\">wedding cards<\/a>.\r\n<br><br>\r\nNow that your wedding ceremony has gone off without a hitch, it\u2019s party time! 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