Both my mother and father are desceased, is it ok to walk down the aisle alone? Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could honor them at my ceramony/reception?
2007-02-27 06:11:47 · 30 answers · asked by lani 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I have seen brides do this and don't think anyone thought less of it.
You could have a table with pictures of them set up outside the chapel as people are going in, kind of a little memorial stating who they were and that you're walking down the aisle alone to give recognition to them. Then any guests that don't know you personally would know what's going on.
2007-02-27 06:19:44 · answer #1 · answered by Raising6Ducklings! 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is okay to walk down the aisle alone. Or, is there a friend of yours, another relative? that could walk you down the aisle? I had a friend walk me down the aisle (my parents are deceased as well), and when asked who gives this woman? the friend said her family and I do. Do you have photos of your parents? Maybe have some 8x10's around at the alter, and at the bridal party table to show them. Also, either before or after the best man gives his toast to the bride and groom, you honor attendant could get up and say something to honor both the bride and groom's parents. Or just the brides' parents. Take care.
2007-02-27 07:42:28 · answer #2 · answered by SAK 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No because i think it would be very emotional for you to walk down the isle alone. You would need some support; someone to hold your arm as you walk down the isle. I would choose a favorite uncle; a cousin; a brother; a good male friend that you admire.
How you could honor your parents during the wedding ceremony in church before you both have said your final vows; before you turn around to walk out of the church, would be for the reverend to mention your parents in memorium and then with you and your husband to have a candle lighting ceremony in their honor at the alter maybe with a beautiful photo of them together. Also place a rose by each candle and the photo. It would be a beautiful tribute to your parents that they are sorely missed and remembered. Then at the reception where usually the father usually has a dance with his daughter (the bride), mention would be made by the master of ceremony that the person whoever it is who walked you down the isle will be standing in for your late father's in the first dance. Also mention could be made about your late mother too in some way, maybe by playing her favorite song at one point at the reception. This would be so elegant and lovingly done and you would be a happy bride. I wish you and your husband to be a wonderful wedding day. My very best wishes to you both.
2007-02-27 11:50:23 · answer #3 · answered by cardgirl2 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Sure you could walk down the aisle alone or if you have a brother or close uncle or even a friend, you could ask them to do it or if you are close to your fiances parents ask his father to do it. You can honor your parents at the reception by lighting two candles on your head table in their honor. Maybe do it right before the dinner prayer so people notice what they are for.
2007-02-27 06:16:05 · answer #4 · answered by Vogue 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
if you dont mind walking the isle alone, then I would, dont go by what others think, if having someone else walking you down the isle makes you sad as if the person is a replacement for your dad, then just go alone knowing that your parents are watching and celebrating with you.
as far as honoring your parents, think what they would want for you or what they would do were they still there. Of they were givers and enjoyed giving for something specific ie: helping homeless... set up an area where people can make a donation to a worthy cause in honor of your parents. Plus, Have people that were close to your parents stand up and talk about them or of how proud they would be of you on your day. Most of all know that your parents would most of all want you to be happy and to think about your future, I dont know of any parents that would wish for you to be sad on your wedding day, though you miss them, they will be there with you
2007-02-27 07:55:00 · answer #5 · answered by Tina 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is perfectly acceptable to walk the aisle alone. You can also have a close family member walk you down the aisle. You may want to light a candle at the beginning of the ceremony for your parents.
2007-02-27 06:18:30 · answer #6 · answered by pkbuddy 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is absolutely OK to walk down the aisle alone. As for honoring them, what if instead of flowers, you carried a candle down the aisle and lit 2 candles at the front of the church (or where ever) in memory of them?
2007-02-27 06:16:06 · answer #7 · answered by Katt 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm walking down the aisle by myself, beacuse neither of my parents were really part of my life. Having someone give you away is a privaliage I don't think picking a random male family member or friend would make me feel any better. I feel like if I don't have a parental figure to give me away, they I will give myself to my future husband. Hope this helps.
2007-02-27 07:17:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think its very elegant for a bride to walk down the aisle alone. Didnt Maria in the Sound of Music walk alone down the aisle with her long train trailing behing her?
2007-02-27 07:04:19 · answer #9 · answered by kitttykitti 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is appropriate. The wedding is not about your parent's it's about you and your day. Personally it think people make weddings out to be too much and they can become very stressful. Remember it's about your day not everyone elses. I have seen in wedding were there is another family member who walks the bride down the isle and it's just as beautiful. Think of someone who you feel is a VERY close male friend or family member (besides your future husband, lol) and have them walk you down. Hope you have a beautiful wedding and remember... it's about you and your future spose not what everyone else thinks!
2007-02-27 06:22:13 · answer #10 · answered by Flaca 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋