Weddings are one of the most memorable and significant moments in a couple’s life. Their wedding day is one of the happiest, full of family and friends coming together to celebrate their love and commitment. But what is the best moment to show that dedication? The first dance! Learn all about how to do the first dance in this article!
What Is a Wedding Dance?
A wedding dance is a unique dance between a bride and groom to celebrate their marriage. The first dance is often the most anticipated part of the wedding reception, as it is the first time the newlyweds share a dance as husband and wife.
The first dance can be anything from a slow and romantic ballad to an upbeat party song. It is essential to pick a meaningful song for the bride and groom to get everyone on the dance floor. If we struggle to choose a song, plenty of online resources can help us find the perfect wedding dance song.
Choosing the Perfect Song
The wedding dance is one of the most important and memorable moments of one’s wedding day. The first dance is usually the first time we share a dance as husband and wife. It’s also a special moment that we’ll share with all our guests.
When choosing the perfect song for our first dance, there are a few things to remember. First, we want to choose a song that has personal meaning to us. This could be a song playing when on our first kiss or a song that reminds us of a particular moment in our relationship.
We also want to ensure the song’s lyrics are appropriate for our wedding day. We don’t want to choose a piece with explicit lyrics or one that is too sad or sentimental. Instead, opt for a song with romantic, but not overly cheesy, lyrics.
Finally, make sure the tempo of the song is right for dancing. We don’t want to choose a slow ballad if we’re not comfortable dancing slowly or an upbeat pop song if we don’t know how to make fancy moves. Choose something in the middle – a moderate tempo that will allow us to move around comfortably without worrying about keeping up with the beat.
When Should the First Dance Happen?
The first dance is a special moment during the wedding reception when the newly married couple takes to the dance floor for their first dance as husband and wife. There are a few things to consider when deciding when to do the first dance.
Remember that the first dance will be photographed and videotaped, so we want to ensure we look our best. If we are doing a traditional wedding, it is customary for the bride to wear her wedding dress and the groom to wear his suit or tuxedo. If we are having a more informal wedding, we can choose to wear whatever we feel comfortable in.
Another thing to consider is the timing of the first dance. Many couples do their first dance right after being announced as husband and wife and before they start mingling with their guests. This is a great time to have all eyes on us as we share this particular moment.
We can wait until later in the reception to do our first dance if we want. This can be a nice break in the action if things are starting to get a little hectic or if we want to avoid any pre-wedding jitters. Just remember that if we wait too long, our guests may start leaving early!
Whatever we decide, make sure that our first dance is something we both enjoy and feel comfortable with. It should be a reflection of our relationship and our style.
Alternatives to Traditional Wedding Dance Ideas
Our wedding dance doesn’t have to be the traditional slow dance. There are many alternatives to the traditional wedding dance that can be just as special, if not more so. Here are a few ideas to get us started:
- A choreographed dance: This is an excellent option for couples who want to put on a real show for their guests. We can hire a professional choreographer to help us create a memorable and meaningful routine.
- A group dance: If we have a large wedding party, why not involve everyone in our first dance? Get everyone out on the dance floor and move together to the beat. This is sure to be a hit with our guests!
- A themed dance: Have fun with our first dance by choosing a theme or era we love. For example, we could do a 1920s-themed Charleston or a 1950s-themed Rock n’ Roll routine.
- An interactive dance: Invite our guests to join in on the fun by teaching them a simple line dance or doing something interactive like an “Electric Slide” conga line.
- A flash mob: Surprise our guests by choreographing a flash mob-style wedding dance routine ahead of time and then busting it out in the middle of our reception. This will get everyone up and moving!
Let’s Put Our Own Spin on Our First Dance
So, when and how should we do our first dance? Generally, the best time to do our first dance is right after the wedding ceremony. This way, all eyes will be on us as we make our grand entrance into the reception hall. As far as how to do it, there are a few different ways we can go about it.
We can either have a choreographed routine we’ve rehearsed for weeks or wing it and improvise on the spot. Whichever route we choose, remember to have fun with it!