What is it called when you walk down the aisle?

There are key moments in your wedding that are crucial when planning how you execute it; moments like your first dance or the exchange of vows during the ceremony. But the first (and most important) is when the bride walks down the aisle—also called the processional. Photo Credit: Smith Studios Photography.

How do you know who walks you down the aisle?

Traditionally, the bride is escorted down the aisle by her father. If you want to go traditional, you may decide to ask your father to accompany you down the aisle. This can be an option in heterosexual marriage and same-sex marriage for a dash of tradition in the ceremony.

Does it matter who walks you down the aisle?

So who walks the bride down the aisle? The answer is anyone! Anyone can walk the bride down the aisle as long as that’s what the bride wants on their wedding day. Whether it’s the parents, the groom, or someone else, “traditional” doesn’t matter unless it’s something that makes you feel good about your day.

Do bridesmaids walk down the aisle first?

They may also hold the bride’s ring (or both rings). The Groomsmen: The groomsmen open the processional as they walk down the aisle one by one. The Bridesmaids: The bridesmaids walk down the aisle one by one before the maid or matron of honor.

Who gives away this bride?

In many traditional weddings, the father still gives away the bride. In modern weddings, however, it can be anybody. The most important consideration is that the person is someone with whom the couple trusts and feels comfortable. “I think couples should ultimately do what works for them and their family,” said Mahler.

When should the bride veil be lifted?

Depending on what you feel most comfortable with, your veil is either lifted when you meet the groom at the altar, or it is lifted for the kiss after the ceremony. However, if you keep the veil down during the entire ceremony, it might look strange to the guests, because it is not very common.