Bridal blues: Bride and groom at their wedding

6 Fun Ideas For After The Wedding

Tips + Advice // by Chloe Bassett

So your celebrations are well and truly over… the wedding day went by in a flash and you’re back from your honeymoon and left to wonder where the time went. Never fear, we’ve got some super-fun ideas for after the wedding to help you beat the bridal blues:

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1. SHARE THE LOVE


After the wedding day why not consider donating aspects of your big day? Perhaps a local nursing home would love your flowers, and a local charity would gladly welcome your dress donation.  There are lots of ways to share the love!

2. PRESERVE THE MOMENT


If you want to preserve your bouquet after the wedding, professional flower preservation is the way to go. Presented in a beautiful glass case with other significant items, it will take pride of place alongside your wedding photo.

3. GOWN LOVE


Give your gown a new lease of life after the wedding by customising it to a cocktail length so you can wear it again. Or, talk to your photographer about a sophisticated take on “trash the dress”.

p.s. check out the awesome ‘trash-the-dress’ moment in this beautiful rainforest styled-shoot!

4. MINI MOON


Not everyone has the time or budget for a month-long European sojourn as their honeymoon. Consider close-to-home locations and look for package details which might involve a shorter stay but remain luxe when it comes to accommodation and extras. Check out the divine collection of accommodation perfect for a romantic getaway on Holidays For Couples.

5. THE PARENT ALBUM


After the wedding, ask your photographer about this customised thank-you treat for mum and dad, full of all the shots you know they’ll love.

Bride Amy and groom Josh with their bridal party.

Wedding of Amy and Josh. Photo: White Images

6. THE REUNION EPISODE


Host a dinner party or brunch for the key players in your big day… one year after the wedding. It’s a great way to see everyone again and reflect on the year that was. You’ll be surprised at how much can happen to everyone in those 12 months. New houses (hello, Queensland Homes!), new hookups, new jobs, new additions to the family!

 

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