A Groom's Guide to Wedding Planning, Part 2 | Seattle Wedding Planner
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There are so many details that go into wedding planning and as the groom it’s important that you are supporting the bride, keeping healthy and preparing your looks. When it comes to your looks, you wouldn’t think that too much thought needs to go into this, but it’s important to plan ahead. This way you will feel confident and therefore look great; it’s your special day too, so don’t forget to take care of yourself ahead of time. You and your bride will appreciate the preparation.
Feeling good
Usually spa days are something you and your spouse do after the wedding. However, if you have the time, definitely try to sneak one in during the wedding planning. Planning a relaxing couples day will show your fiancé that you’re supporting them during this stressful time; and it will give you both something to focus on and talk about besides wedding planning. Plus, you will feel great on the inside-out after!
While at the spa you can enjoy couples massages, facials, and even manicures. All of this will boost your mood and help you look your best for the wedding. Receiving a massage from a certified therapist is great for anxiety and stress, which may be just what you both need in the midst of wedding planning! Plus, professional facials will give your face a youthful glow and getting a manicure will ensure you have clean, trimmed nails for the wedding. These small, but important, details will help you look and feel like a million bucks for your wedding while showing your fiancé how much you care for them and appreciate their hard work on planning!
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Looking good
Ensure your hairstyle and facial hair go great together by going to a professional barber or hairstylist before your wedding. Think about how you want to style your hair a few months before the big day to avoid any disasters the day of. While you’re at the barber, you can ask for tips on styling your hair and what the best products are to use. Once you find a look you love, you can practice it in the weeks leading up to your wedding then, the day of, you can be ready in minutes!
While you’re at it, you can ask your barber when you go in for a cut what’s the best facial hair to go with your hair and showcase your personality. The options are endless - clean shaven, a beard, a mustache, a goatee… And luckily, to get a good shave all of you need is a sharp razor and great shaving products. On the morning of the wedding, lather up with a shave cream, shave with the grain of your hair, and finish with a post-shave balm. You can go for a clean shaven face or just straighten out the lines along your facial hair for a neat and polished look.
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A little bit of both
Feeling good and looking good to go hand-in-hand, something that will give you both is exercising! Fitness goals are a massive part of wedding planning and as nice as a spa day can be, exercising is something you can do daily to help reduce your stress. There are so many ways to get fit and feel good while doing it. Some options are picking up a sport you love; whether it’s soccer, football or tennis… Playing a sport will help you get in shape while having fun. You can also try a new activity that involves mindfulness while exercising, like pilates or Muay Thai, to help you feel happy while getting in a serious sweat session!
Planning a wedding can take a serious toll on your mind and body, but when you look good, you feel good! Adding a tiny bit more into your already hectic schedule will actually help you feel less stressed; like planning out your look and staying healthy. When you look back at wedding photos for years to come - you’ll want to remember how confident and happy you were about marrying the love of your life!
If you need help planning your amazing wedding day, contact New Creations Weddings today to setup your complimentary initial consultation. Happy Planning! ~Rebecca
P.S. Check out our Part 1 on our Groom's Guide to Wedding Planning here!