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Advice Needed! Walking Myself Down the Aisle...

Kristen, on September 22, 2018 at 8:50 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 8

For those who did walk themselves down the aisle or those who will be... how did you tell your father or other people who may have expected to walk you down the aisle?

After many family issues I am considering not having my father walk me down the aisle. I'm also not a fan of the historical reason and i'm nixing some other "traditional" things from my wedding

8 Comments

Latest activity by Alison, on February 6, 2019 at 12:32 AM
  • MrsSnez
    Super October 2018
    MrsSnez ·
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    I walked by myself and I honestly didn't tell my dad... He never asked. Granted my dad and I aren't very close and we had a very small wedding with no bridal party/processional.

    My best advice is do what feels right for you and don't let people pressure you. I ended up feeling much stronger than I thought I would about walking alone and my now husband and I had more than 1 fight about it. He's VERY traditional and thought my dad should walk me just because "it's what you do" and I see it differently... I think it's an honor that's earned. I also didn't like the whole giving away aspect of it.
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  • Pirate & 60s Bride
    Legend March 2017
    Pirate & 60s Bride ·
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    My dad didn’t ask but I’m not a fan of this tradition unless you’re still living at home or want to for sentimental reasons. My hubby & I walked together! Helped to calm the nerves & we were so giddy.
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  • Kayla
    September 2020
    Kayla ·
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    My FW and I are walking together. We do have a BP but we are doing a first look at the beginning of the aisle and going together. You don’t have to give anyone an explanation. I wouldnt Bring it up and if people ask just say your walking alone and if they ask why because you want to lol.
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  • DC Wife 10.27.18
    Master October 2018
    DC Wife 10.27.18 ·
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    FH and I are walking in together. Just don’t mention it. If they ask, tell them you’re walking yourself down. No other explanation is needed honestly. It’s your wedding.
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  • Megan
    VIP January 2019
    Megan ·
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    I disagree here, I feel you owe your dad a conversation if he is the type that is expecting it.
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  • Kelly
    Legend October 2022
    Kelly ·
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    Hi Kristen! I would just reach out and have a conversation with him about it, I would just say that it's not something you want to do for the wedding and would rather walk by yourself! I'm sure he'll understand, as this tradition is starting to become less common.

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  • W
    Dedicated March 2019
    Wendy ·
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    My dad walked me down for my first wedding. I don't need him to do it again.

    My FH and I are not doing a traditional wedding. It will be fun and memorable. We are going in together, well separate doors but dancing in around the room to Marry You by Bruno Mars. Totally unexpected and I can't wait!

    Our first look photo will be done while we wait to go into the room. A song to honor loved ones who have passed will be played first. Then we will enter.
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  • A
    Just Said Yes September 2019
    Alison ·
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    Yes!! It’s an honor that’s earned. Hear I thought I was alone in the world with this sentiment. Thank you ♥️
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