You Don’t Have to Follow Every Wedding Tradition

Let’s be honest — it’s January and the alarm bells are ringing.

The holidays are over, engagement photos are booked, Pinterest boards are filling up… and suddenly you’re being handed a list of things you’re “supposed” to do.

Bouquet toss. First dance. Cake cutting. Grand exit.

Here’s your reminder: traditions are optional.

They exist because people have done them forever — not because you have to.

If you love them, by all means, please keep them. But if something doesn’t feel like you, you’re allowed to skip it — like having your new husband remove your garter with his teeth in front of your parents.

The best weddings aren’t the ones that do everything.

They’re the ones that feel like you.

Your day doesn’t need to follow a script. It just needs to feel intentional, comfortable, and true to your relationship.

Because at the end of the day, this isn’t a performance.

It’s you, your person, and all your favorite people in one place.

So as January wraps up and planning season kicks off, give yourself permission to question the rules. Keep what feels good. Let go of what doesn’t.

And remember — I’m always rooting for you. 💚