“Luxury isn’t always about grandeur — sometimes, it’s about stillness. A few quiet minutes, just the two of you, might become the most memorable part of your entire day.”
Wedding days are a heady mix of joy, energy, and movement. There’s the excitement of the morning prep, the flutter of anticipation before the ceremony, the rush of hugs and well-wishes after you say “I do,” and the crescendo of dancing and celebration deep into the evening.
It’s beautiful – but it’s also a lot.
Even with the calmest planning process and the most relaxed atmosphere, your wedding day will be full. Full of people. Full of questions. Full of love, yes, but also constant motion. And that’s why I always recommend that couples build in intentional alone time.
It may sound counterintuitive, especially when you’ve gathered everyone you love in one place, but that short, sacred pause — just the two of you — is often one of the most meaningful parts of the day.
Here’s why.
1. Connect With Each Other
In the flurry of excitement and logistics, couples can go hours without truly checking in with one another. I once had a groom turn to me mid-reception and say, “I haven’t seen her properly since the ceremony.” They’d been together all day, technically — posing for photos, greeting guests, moving from space to space — but never alone. Never just the two of them.
That’s why we now build in a quiet moment right after the ceremony. A glass of champagne and a walk down a garden path, a private toast in a tucked-away lounge, a simple exhale in the car before the reception. It doesn’t have to be grand — it just has to be yours.
That space allows you to absorb what just happened. You’re married. You did it. A moment like that deserves your full attention.
2. Pause and Be Present
You have spent months (maybe even years) planning this day. You have made decisions about menus and music, guest lists and colour palettes. You have thought through traditions, honoured your cultures, and designed something that feels like a true reflection of your love story.
But what happens if you don’t take a moment to soak it all in?
Ten to fifteen minutes may not seem like much, but it can make all the difference. Step outside and listen to the laughter drifting from the marquee. Sit quietly in the bridal suite and breathe in the scent of your bouquet. Hold each other and take mental snapshots: the dress you chose, the weather on your skin, the feeling in your chest.
Presence is the gift you give yourself — and each other — on a day that will otherwise feel like it’s moving at double speed.
3. Reset Before The Next Chapter
Your wedding is not one long event – it is a series of chapters. From the ceremony to the drinks reception, dinner, dancing, and perhaps a wardrobe change, or two in between. Those transitions can be exhilarating, but also overwhelming.
This is where intentional pauses come in.
Maybe it’s a private moment before you make your reception entrance. Maybe it’s a quiet check-in before the first dance. One of my favourite ideas is ending the night with a final, private dance – no cameras, no guests, just your favourite song and the person you’ve chosen forever with.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And presence requires space.
Thoughtful Ways to Make Space for Stillness
Add it to your timeline:
Talk to your planner about carving out ten intentional minutes after your ceremony. Not for photos. Not for logistics. Just for you. A glass of something lovely, a small plate of food, a chance to breathe.
Create a quiet room:
We often set up a serene space with water, snacks, and soft music — away from the main crowd. It’s a place to regroup, rehydrate, and recentre before the next part of your day begins.
Plan a private ending:
Consider ending your celebration with a final toast or dance — something meaningful that lets the two of you close out the day the same way you began it: together.
At AVE Creations, we believe that your wedding should feel like a soulful celebration – not a whirlwind. While the logistics, design, and execution all matter, what we keep at the forefront of our minds is how you feel on the day.
That is why we plan with intention. Every timeline adjustment, every room setup, every recommendation is guided by our core values. We’re not here simply for aesthetics – we are here to help you feel it. Fully. Honestly. In real time.
Because yes, it’s your wedding weekend / day – but it is also your moment. And you deserve to experience it together and we would love to help you!