6 Ways to Have the Most Iconic, Stress-Free Wedding Morning Ever ✨

Ok bestie, let’s talk about one of my FAVE parts of the wedding day – the morning vibes with your ride-or-dies 💅🏼🫶🏼✨

There’s just something so special about getting ready with your besties, blasting your fave tunes, sipping a cheeky glass of fizz, and soaking in all the “OMG it’s happening” feels. And honestly? I’m here for it. Like camera in hand, happy dancing while I snap away levels of here for it. 💃📸

But if you wanna feel cool, calm and totally main character energy on your wedding morning – here are a few wee tips that’ll help make that happen 👇

1. Location, location, loooocation 🏡💡

Where you get ready matters, babe. If your space is teeny-tiny and bursting with bags-for-life, it might be time to think outside the (bridal suite) box.

✨ Big open space = good vibes, more room to move, and no one accidentally elbowing you while you get your lashes done.
✨ Natural light = dreamy skin, glowy pics, and your makeup artist will love you forever.
✨ Stash spot = somewhere to hide the chaos (aka snacks, suitcases, the random cousin who turns up early).

Top tip: If your venue’s not giving, maybe book a cute Airbnb for the night before. Think: stylish, comfy, and TikTok-worthy interiors ✨

Oh – and if you’re getting ready somewhere different from your ceremony, try and keep the distance short. No one wants to be that bride stuck in traffic when the aisle’s waiting 😅

2. Prep outfit realness 💃💖

Look, I know your frog PJs are iconic. But ask yourself – do I want them in my wedding album?

Think about what you’re wearing during morning prep. Something cute, comfy, and camera-ready. Whether you’re into matching PJ sets, silky robes, or just your fave oversized tee – make sure it’s something you feel amazing in. And maybe… keep your fresh set for the morning (no toothpaste spills plz 🫣)

Bonus points for fluffy slippers and snack-proof lounge sets.

3. Appoint your chaos coordinator 💼👯‍♀️

Things can get a lil bit hectic (read: Aunt Karen asking for directions again, your flowers are late, someone forgot the deodorant).

You? You should be chilling.

Nominate your ride-or-die to be your wedding morning MVP – the one who’s on phone duty, solving any last-minute dramas, and basically protecting your peace. Think of them as your personal hype queen / problem fixer / unofficial wedding planner. Iconic.

4. Self-care isn’t just skincare 💆‍♀️🍿

Let’s talk night before energy. Self-care doesn’t have to mean 42-step skincare routines and a bubble bath (unless you’re into that). It can be something chill that makes you feel grounded:
✨ a walk with your partner
✨ Netflix & snacks
✨ journaling with your fave playlist
✨ a lil cry because YOU’RE GETTING MARRIED AND IT’S EMOTIONAL OKAY 😭

Stick to your usual skincare (don’t test anything new unless you want to gamble with your face), and let your makeup artist work their magic in the morning.

5. Write a sneaky lil love note 💌👀

This one? SO underrated.

Write your partner a cute wee letter to open the morning of the wedding. It doesn’t have to be long or formal – just something honest and from the heart. You’ll both be an emotional puddle, and I will be capturing every moment of it 🥹💘

Also – if you’re doing vows, PLEASE don’t scribble them on the back of a napkin. Get some pretty vow books or cards! Makes for gorge pics and makes you look like you totally have your life together. Win-win.

6. Give yourself TIME. Like, real time. ⏰💁‍♀️

This one’s big. No one ever regrets being ready early – but soooo many people end up rushing those last special moments.

Aim to be dressed and good to go at least an hour before your ceremony. That gives you time for:

👯‍♀️ Bestie first looks
👨‍👩‍👧 Emotional fam hugs
📸 Cute “let’s pretend we’re in Vogue” portraits
🧘‍♀️ Five minutes of silence with a coffee before the madness
💋 Touch-ups and dress moments without panic

Trust me. Give yourself the gift of a chilled-out, magical morning. You’ll thank yourself later.

TL;DR: You’re the main character. Act like it.

This is YOUR wedding morning, so don’t be afraid to set boundaries, speak up for what you need, and protect your good vibes at all costs 💘

And don’t worry – as soon as I arrive, I’m stepping into my role as hype girl, unofficial wedding coordinator, and emotional support photographer. We’ve got this, babe 💪💕

Got questions or wanna chat about your wedding morning plans?

Slide into my DMs or check out my free wedding planning guide to keep the stress low and the fun HIGH 💫

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