Supporting Couples with Postponed Weddings
If you were planning on attending a wedding in summer of 2020, odds are that it has been postponed or may become so shortly. COVID-19 has had a devastating effect on many industries, including weddings and events. So many couples have had to make the difficult decision to move forward with a significantly smaller event with huge modifications, or postponing to a later date when (fingers crossed), the world is in a safer place. Along with it comes stress, disappointment and anger.
Sending Support
It has been heartwarming to hear from so many wedding guests, asking for suggestions on how to encourage their friends and family during this difficult time. We’ve pulled together a few ideas with ways to support those who have postponed their event.
Spearhead a book of well wishes! Get your hands on the wedding guest list and send out postcards for guests to return to you. Bind it into a book and present it to the couple on what would have been their wedding day. An even easier route is to create a digital version via Tribute or KudoBoard!
Set up a honeymoon registry so when it is finally safe, the couple can cash it in on an epic trip. Guests are welcome to contribute as much or as little as they would like!
Send a little something to honor the intended wedding date. Flowers, ice cream, bubbles a curated care package or a funny card are all good options. There is something super special about snail mail and the joy that comes with spotting a colored envelope amidst the junk mail and bills.
Provide a distraction on the originally planned wedding day--plan a guest drive-by parade, A Zoom conference, or group call to help encourage the couple.
Just simply reach out. Even something as small as a call, a text, or even an email saying you are thinking about them, you love them and are there for them can mean the world.
Things to Avoid
Don’t complain about your own inconveniences of cancelling flights, hotels, etc. Trust me, these couples are feeling guilty enough and don’t need the added burden.
Wait to ask a ton of questions. They may not have a plan, a new date or any idea what they are going to do from here. Repeatedly being asked what happens now only adds more stress.
Unless it is asked for, avoid giving unwanted advice. This is an unprecedented time and everyone is struggling with the best way to handle it. Another opinion doesn’t help matters!
Our best advice is to be there and show up for your loved ones. Whether it be in a big way or not, it will be genuinely appreciated that you’ve reached out in this crazy time.
Are You Postponing?
If you are a couple who has had to postpone or are thinking about it, click here for a guide to help you through this difficult process. Our team is in the thick of it with our own couples, and we are sending so much love and support your way! Please reach out if we can help in any way.
