Processional Tunes: A Modern Twist for Walking Down the Aisle
THE PROCESSIONAL.
AKA…the song you walk down the aisle to.
Typically we all think of the traditional wedding march (🎶 here comes the bride…🎶), but tons of couples are choosing to walk down the aisle to a song of their choosing. Selecting a unique processional song is a great way to put another personal touch on your ceremony. Possibilities are endless, so here’s some things to keep in mind while choosing your “aisle song.”
What vibe are you going for? Serious or a bit of humour? It’s up to you! Some couples prefer the moment to be intimate, and go with a slower song that holds meaning for them. Others opt for a laughing audience, and select something upbeat or silly (think…Pam and her coworkers dancing down the aisle to “Forever” at her and Jim’s wedding ). Both options are equally special!
Synchronicity. Try to go with something you feel comfortable walking to. You don’t want to feel rushed, it’s your moment!
Can’t pick one song? Why not choose multiple? Many couples are choosing to include different songs for different moments. For example, a song for the entrance of the first partner to stand at the aisle, another for the wedding party, and another for the processional. The options are endless and we love to think outside of the box with you.
Here are some of our favourite processionals chosen by our 2022 couples:
🎶La Vie En Rose by Lucy Dacus
🎶Can’t Help Falling in Love by Kacey Musgraves
🎶Radio Gaga by Queen
🎶Dancing Queen by ABBA
🎶Bones by Maren Morris (Instrumental version)
🎶Jurassic Park Theme Song (a surprise from the bride to the groom!)
And some more honourable mentions…
🎶Someone’s bestie singing the couple’s fave song from Love and Basketball (the pair met at the gym where they both played varsity bball!)
🎶A Halloween wedding themed like the Nightmare Before Christmas used an instrumental version of one of the film’s hits
Photo by: Marika Brooks Photography