You have walked down the aisle, stared into each other’s eyes and vowed your love to one another, and now that you are husband and wife, it is time to enter into your celebration! As you make your grand entrance into your wedding reception, one of the first events that will be taking place is your first dance.
Your first dance offers you the opportunity to personalize your love, and grow closer as a couple, while also allowing you to shine on the dance floor. As a highlight of the wedding reception, your first dance will be a vivid memory that you and your guests can truly cherish. While speeches are remembered with words, your first dance is expressed through your loving actions, so it should be a visually stunning occasion.
When planning your first dance, you should want it to be extraordinary and a truly special moment, and of course anything but stressful! Here at Mountain House on Sunday River, we understand what goes into creating beautiful wedding moments, which is why we have gathered the top three tips to creating a first dance that will be an incredibly memorable occasion, so be sure to continue reading for some insight:
- The song choice. With so many different genres of music, it may be difficult to come to a decision as to which song will work best for your first dance. Although you and your partner may have a special song chosen that perfectly describes the affection you share, it is important to also ask yourself if it is a song that you can dance to. The key to finding the perfect song that will complement your first dance together is to find a song with lyrics that relates to the relationship that you and your partner have built, as well as allowing yourselves to flow across the dance floor with ease.
- Practice makes perfect. While others may not agree that practice makes perfect, you can surely have confidence that you will dance better than you would have if you were to just wing it. Just like with any other task that you want to excel at, being able to show off your dancing skills with your partner requires practice if you want it to go smoothly. Private lessons are recommended, which also creates some special bonding time for you and your fiance. Also, know that your first dance does not have to be extravagant…a couple spins and a dip here and there will be just enough romance for the occasion.
- Enhance the atmosphere. The atmosphere you present within your wedding reception space will set the mood for your first dance as newlyweds. Consider using special effects, such as lighting or fog machines, to really enhance your environment. To provide your space with even more of an extra special touch, consider correlating your special effects with the song you choose, allowing everything to tie together in a beautiful way. Whatever emotion you are trying to evoke from your wedding guests, setting the right mood for your first dance will help you accomplish this task.
Your first dance as a newlywed couple should be romantic and memorable, and there is no better way to set the tone for this wonderful moment then by ensuring it is at a beautiful location. Here at Mountain House on Sunday River, we offer a setting that can enhance all of your wedding festivities, accompanying any theme you choose. Be sure to contact us today and schedule your private tour of our lovely Maine venue, as we have so much to offer for your wedding and events.
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