Should I Have A First Dance At My Wedding?

First dances! Every couple spends a lot of time thinking about them and many wonder whether they need or even want one.

Help! I Can’t Decide If I Want A First Dance At My Wedding

Here are the key pros and cons of having or not having a first dance at your wedding so you make the right choice for you. Your day, your rules.

First Dance Pros

1. First Dance Romance

It’s a fact, first dances are one of the most romantic aspects of a wedding so if you love romance, a first dance is pretty much a must!

2. Our Song

If you and your other half are lucky enough to both love a song, that’s a great reason for having that first dance. If you’d love to dance to that song, go for it!

3. First Dance Memories

Your first dance could be one of the perfect wedding moments to look back on. Wedding memories don’t get much better.

4. Dancing The Night Away

Do you dream of having that one intimate, romantic moment on the dance floor with your partner? Maybe you both want to strut your stuff and wow your wedding guests with your first dance?

5. First Dance Photos

A first dance is one of the major photo opportunities of any wedding and is a great reason to have a first dance.

6. Live Wedding Bands

Having a live wedding band perform your first dance is pretty memorable! Live bands can add a new twist or bring to life a song you love, making your first dance so much fun.

7. Wedding Tradition

First dances are super traditional so if you like the sound of having one of the biggest parts of a wedding, at your wedding, a first dance is for you.

8. It’s Fun!

First dances can be a lot of fun so why not have one?

First Dance Cons

1. You Don’t Like Dancing

You may not like dancing or feel comfortable with the idea of dancing in front of your whole wedding party.

2. You Can’t Find The Right Song

If you can’t think of song to dance to, maybe skip that first dance. Many couples do and have no regrets.

3. It’s One Busy Day

Your wedding day can feel like a hectic blur sometimes so if you’re feeling like you want to keep your wedding simple, skipping a first dance might be for you.

4. You Feel Too Nervous!

Lots of couples feel understandably nervous or scared about dancing in front of their guests. Many couples don’t want the limelight either so if the thought of a first dance sends you into panic, don’t have one.

5. You’re Not Having a Traditional Wedding

Something becoming far more common is the un-traditional wedding. Couples are casting wedding traditions aside, creating their own unique day. Many couples simply don’t want a first dance for this reason.

6. It Doesn’t Feel Fun

Stress, pressure, embarrassment and expectation are just some of the reasons couples fear or don’t enjoy their first dances. Maybe let those feelings guide you too.

Many couples have first dances but nowadays many choose to skip a first dance so don’t put too much pressure on yourself. Do what feels right for you because your friends and family will love your wedding if you do!

THIS IS A GUEST FEATURE WRITTEN BY // Jon // from wedding entertainment agency Seventh Second

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