The Day After the Wedding
But what happens the day after? Here are a few tips for a relaxed and meaningful post-wedding day.
Many couples host a relaxed brunch the morning after the wedding.
This gives you the chance to:
- see your guests again
- chat about the highlights of the wedding
- enjoy a slow, cozy morning together
Especially for destination weddings or multi-day celebrations, this is a wonderful way to close the weekend.
If you prefer something more intimate, spend the morning alone with your partner.
Use this time to:
- sleep in
- enjoy breakfast in bed
- relive all the emotional moments
- look at first phone photos & videos
After months of planning, it’s beautiful to take a breath and simply be together.
Depending on your venue or wedding style, you may need to:
- pick up decoration items
- collect gifts
- return rented items
- check leftover florals
- clear personal belongings
If possible, delegate this to family, friends, or your planner — so you can stay in your post-wedding bubble a little longer.
Some outfits need special care the next day:
- get your dress or suit into professional cleaning
- air out veils, accessories, or shoes
- store everything safely for preservation or resell
The sooner you take care of this, the better.
This is one of the sweetest moments after the wedding. Take your time to open cards and gifts together — laughing, crying, and reliving the joy of the celebration.
It’s also a good idea to make a list of gifts so you can send thank-you cards later.
You’ll already have lots of photos from your guests’ phones. Put them into a shared album and enjoy reliving the day from multiple perspectives.
Your professional photographer will take longer — but these first snapshots are precious.
After such an emotional and intense day, allow yourselves to relax. A walk, a spa treatment, a cosy movie night — whatever feels good.
Many couples feel a mix of joy and exhaustion the next day — both are completely normal. Your wedding may be over, but the memories are just beginning.
Enjoy the magic of the day after — it’s part of the experience.