The Processional
- The Officiant walks up the aisle followed by the Groom
and Best Man, side by side (Groom on the left) taking position as shown,
looking
down the aisle - The Bride's Maids and Ushers are paired (shortest pair first). Bride's Maids at the Usher's left. They walk up the aisle and pair off to the sides. Last up, furthest out.
- The Maid of Honor walks up the aisle alone - stands as shown.
- Ring Bearer & Flower Girl follow as a pair or alone. They usually stand near the BM/MH
(Optionally, the Ring Bearer may walk
alone, first or in line)
Line-Up As Shown Below
- The escort stands to the Bride's left(Bride "hooks" escorts right arm) to walk up the aisle. Stop & kiss at the first row of seats. Groom approaches.
- The Groom & escort shake hands. The escort parts leftward to the front row of seats.
- The Groom steps backward and to the Bride's right, putting out his left arm. She "hooks." They proceed forward to the stand before the Officiant.
The Order of Events
| Presentation of the Bridal Party/The Processional Opening Remarks Consent to Marry The Exchange of Vows The Exchange of Rings The Wine and/or Unity Candle Celebrations Congratulatory Remarks The Legal Pronouncement The Kiss The Recessional |
Wagner's "Lohengrin"
Officiant Officiant to the Bride and Groom Groom to Bride/Bride to Groom Groom to Bride/Bride to Groom The Wedding Party Officiant Officiant The Newlyweds Mendelsohn's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" |
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