Wedding Etiquette
We know that everyone has different customs and traditions around weddings, and this can get extra complicated when mixing different nationalities. So just to be very clear and explicit, here is the wedding etiquette that we have settled on:
Toastmaster
Nick Weppenaar has agreed to be our toastmaster, which mean that he will be directing the flow of the event. The toastmaster's role is to give introductions, keep track of the order and timing of any events and generally help make the event run smoothly.
So if you have something you want to add to the event, e.g. give a speech or similar, please let Nick know in advance, so he can plan accordingly.
You can reach Nick at wep-contact@proton.me.
Holly's fam-a-lam please consult with Ella, our assistant toast
Speeches
We don't expect anyone in particular to give any speeches. No one is obligated in any way. However anyone is welcome to give a short and non-embarrassing speech if you feel like it. No-one needs to hear about Martin's secret life as a disco-dancer in the 90s.
Our toastmaster decides the order of the speeches, so please contact him in advance on wep-contact@proton.me.
Forbidden
Please do not bring or throw any rice, glitter or confetti at the venue; they specifically forbid it and we will be charged a heavy cleaning penalty.
Alternative joy shall be provided!
Traditions we will keep
- There will be a first dance, though we make no promises on music or the quality of said dancing...
- Anyone feeling brave enough, feel free to cut the socks off the groom.
Traditions to avoid
- No smashing of plates and glasses for good fortune.
- No home-made songs that everyone is asked to sing.
- No Danish “kissing”-traditions including clinking the glasses to get the couple to kiss, or guests kissing the bride or groom, when then other leaves the room.
- There will be no coins of any kinds in the bride's shoe.
Please respect our wishes.