Unplugged Wedding Ceremony Definition
According to Brides Magazine, an unplugged wedding ceremony
“…is a ceremony in which the couple requests that guests put away cell phones, cameras, and any other devices in order for them to be present in the moment.’
Unplugged ceremonies help you be less distracted by phones waving about, people moving to get good photos, or phones flashing. Your photographers and videographer prefer an unplugged ceremony because it’s hard to get those perfect photos for you if other peoples phones are in the way. You’ve spent a lot of money on your photographer. An unplugged ceremony sets them up for success.
Unplugged Wedding Ceremonies in the Past
Unplugged ceremonies have sparked debate again recently. Why is that? A few years ago, when this debate started, smart phones were increasingly becoming attached to people. That means, ringers, texts, etc would interrupt to service. It was only a few years ago people brought there phones to weddings to take a few photos in their nice outfits or a few snaps with friends. Then what was being asked of wedding guests were to turn their phones or ringers off.
Unplugged Wedding Ceremonies Today
Today while revisiting unplugged ceremonies. We are no longer in a setting where the only issue is people always having cameras on them to have for their own memories, it’s that people are always have their phone and then are posting them on social media. Have the rules to weddings changed in this new social media landscape? Yes, absolutely.
Unplugged Wedding Ceremony Tips
Unplugged ceremonies are becoming more popular as they allow everyone to be fully present and in the moment as the bride and groom say their “I do’s.”
- Make a clear announcement right before the ceremony begins.
- Include signage when guests walk
- To eliminate your guests’ anxieties of getting the perfect shot. Before your vows or before the officiant begins, give your guests a few moments to get out their phones before the ceremony to capture the moment.
- Bring the energy! Let guests be silly, stand up, get a good angle. It starts the ceremony off with great energy, and allows the couple to showcase their personalities before the tears start to flow.