Northern Irish weddings are one of a kind and they don’t come without their challenges. Having the perfect outfit and gift prepared doesn’t make you ready for what’s to come.
From the weather to the relatives and everything in between, there’s a lot to consider.
Here are 7 top tips for surviving a Northern Irish Wedding…
1. Bring A Brolly
It will find a way to rain. Even if the wedding is indoors, the weather will catch you from the car to the door and drown that beautiful hairstyle you’ve spent hours crafting. Forget white wedding shoes, they’ll be brown by the time to bride reaches the aisle. Don’t forget your brolly and maybe stick your wellies in the car too, just in case.
2. Rehearse Your Tan
A side effect of the rainy weather means that most wedding guests are driven to getting fake tans for an upcoming wedding. Make sure you do a test run of your tan well in advance of the big day to avoid any unfortunate colouring or awkward reactions. Orange streaks are never in fashion. Know your tan and get confident with it and if you aren’t one for tanning then prepare to be the one that stands out in the photographs.
3. Have A Relative Strategy
Northern Irish relatives are well known for being judgemental and outspoken on their views. You’re likely to know in advance what is going to be complained about so avoid those conversations and whatever you do, do not offer your own opinion if you think they won’t agree with you. Those aren’t the kind of wedding memories you want. If you do find yourself in a tricky situation, just laugh and make light of the conversation. Then escape!
4. Look After The Grannies
Include the older ones in the conversation so that they can include the day as well. They might also keep quiet when they need something so make sure that you’re there for them. This is far from a chore, everyone knows that Grannies and Grandads can be the most fun wedding guests.
5. Respect The Bride
This is more important at a Northern Irish wedding than anywhere else in the world. Brides want to feel like the special one on their wedding day which is hardly shocking. They aren’t going to thank you if you steal all of the attention. Avoid wearing white and know your alcohol limit so as to avoid stealing the bride’s thunder.
6. Embrace Everything
No matter what your background is, respect the tradition and customs that come with a Northern Irish wedding, religious or otherwise. Think of it this way, these kinds of happy celebrations are the kind that bring communities together. Join in the fun and embrace it, it’s the only way.
7. Prepare To Party Harder Than Ever
On the bright side, no one knows how to party like the Northern Irish. All of the family tensions and challenges will be forgotten after everyone has a few drinks down them.
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