With the morning of the wedding the fulfillment of your dreams dawns and the culmination of months of careful preparation, therefore it is important to keep calm and be aware and present. The key to wedding morning going smoothly and without haste is careful and realistic planning in advance. The morning of the wedding is not only meant to be wasted, it is a time for reflection, gratitude and attuning yourself to the vibration of love.

1. Don't try to control everything

By delegating the coordination of the morning of the wedding to a reliable friend, relative or professional coordinator, you will get rid of stress and be able to focus on enjoying the moment. On the morning of the wedding, it is more valuable to take time for yourself or to spend it with the groom, ushers, bridesmaids, parents or close people than to coordinate the technical issues of the day.

Many service providers are involved in weddings and various last-minute organizational issues inevitably arise. The coordinator will be able to pay attention to every detail, ensuring that everything goes according to plan and schedule. In case of unforeseen problems or emergencies, the coordinator will solve them efficiently.

If the participants or guests have any doubts, the coordinator is the main contact, freeing the couple from having to answer various questions. Finally, the wedding coordinator will also provide emotional support and reassurance when needed.

The coordinator will create a schedule for the morning of the wedding based on your ceremony time, location, your plans for ushers, bridesmaids and others involved in the morning of the wedding. It is important to have enough time in reserve in case something unexpected happens, thus ensuring a pleasant and stress-free wedding morning. It's natural to want to be in control of every aspect of your wedding, so having a coordinator or someone you trust handle the logistics of the morning of your wedding will give you peace of mind that everything runs smoothly on your wedding day.

2. Plan heartfelt wedding morning rituals

The traditions and rituals of the wedding morning are of great importance, as this day marks the beginning of a new chapter in the couple's life. Heartfelt rituals and gestures will promote the emotional connection of the couple and loved ones and create a sense of unity. On the morning of the wedding, couples can exchange heartfelt gifts that symbolize their love.

The first meeting or first look is a tradition that allows the couple to experience the first emotional meeting in solitude and capture the true reaction in photographs. Likewise, expressing congratulations and good wishes to each other and receiving good words on the morning of the wedding from those closest to you can be very touching. Parents can use the morning of the wedding to dedicate smart words to their children, future husband and wife, and wish them a happy life together in a leisurely atmosphere.

The exchange of gifts on the morning of the wedding is a special moment when the couple or their closest friends can present thoughtful gifts to each other. these gifts can be very diverse - from personal love letters and heartfelt congratulations to jewelry or family heirlooms.

In the rush of the wedding day, it can be difficult to find such a leisurely emotional moment, therefore, if the closest ones have some thoughtful and significant gifts, they can be presented on the morning of the wedding. Exchanging gifts between a couple is a way for a couple to express their feelings to each other, keeping a tangible reminder of their love on the special day of their lives.

The first meeting is a modern wedding tradition where the bride and groom see each other in their wedding attire before the ceremony. It usually takes place in a private and intimate setting, away from the prying eyes of guests. A photographer can participate in it, capturing the couple's genuine emotions the moment they see each other. this pre-ceremony meeting allows the couple to share an intimate moment, express their emotions and feel each other's calming presence.

At the boutique hotel Relais le Chevalier a world of special moods awaits you, which will make you feel very special on the morning of the wedding. The interior of the hotel combines modern design, imagination and comfort, making it an ideal place for a wedding morning. But the charm of Old Riga makes it all the more romantic. The morning of the wedding should be spent in an environment that gives pleasure and is aesthetically superbly crafted to capture every moment of the morning in photographs. Relais le Chevalier is a beautiful place for a leisurely wedding morning, breakfast, photo session, as well as the first moment of meeting.

The tradition of the first meeting can be adapted and varied.

For example, in addition to the fact that the bride and groom experience this first meeting together, such a first meeting can also be organized with ushers, their closest friends or relatives - this will allow you to capture real reactions and create unforgettable moments together. Also, the bride or groom can spend a special moment with their parents before the ceremony. It can be emotional and touching, as parents often play an important role on the wedding day.

For couples who have close bonds with siblings, meeting them for the first time can be a warm addition to the day. If the couple has children, capturing them in photos can be a great way to get the kids involved in the wedding. Sharing the moment with your grandparents can be especially touching as they have witnessed many weddings in the family.

3. Go to the wedding breakfast

Although you may not feel hungry on the morning of the wedding due to the excitement, it is essential to eat breakfast on the day of the wedding to gain energy and prevent fatigue later in the day. Skipping a meal lowers your blood sugar and puts extra stress on your body, but breakfast ensures that you are physically and emotionally ready to enjoy your wedding day. In addition, the morning of the wedding breakfast can be more than just a meal, it can be turned into an essential part of the wedding day. Having breakfast together with the groom, ushers or other loved ones will set you in the mood for the day and feel a sense of celebration.

Lovers of classic values will truly appreciate the wedding morning breakfast at the Gutenbergs boutique hotel. The hotel's luxurious interior, complemented by paintings, engravings, antique trinkets and old books, will be the perfect backdrop for an exquisite wedding morning. At Hotel Gutenbergs, it is possible to schedule a morning party, a photo session, and a delicious breakfast with a view of the Cathedral.

Couples often choose to personalize the breakfast experience by incorporating elements that reflect their personality or interests. At Hotel Gutenbergs, you can also enjoy breakfast in your room, making it particularly intimate and close. Remember that breakfast on the morning of the wedding should be carefully planned so that everyone has enough time to eat and make final preparations before heading to the ceremony venue. Breakfast on the morning of the wedding should provide not only energy, but also peace. It's a short respite from the hustle and bustle of the morning to enjoy the last moments before the ceremony.

4. Take your time preparing for the wedding

In order for everything to go smoothly and stress-free, you need a realistic morning plan. Coordinating the bride and groom's morning plan helps avoid confusion and allows them to stay in touch even on the morning of the wedding, when they often have other activities planned for each other. Both the bride and the groom usually wake up early to start their day.

They have a moment of time for themselves, breakfast or a meeting with the carriers. Make-up artists and hairdressers come to both to create the visual image of the holiday. Finally, both the bride and groom usually have a wedding morning photo shoot. The main difference between the bride and groom's wedding morning is that the bride's morning routine often includes more time for hair, makeup and dressing.

Recently, there has been a growing trend for the bride and groom to prepare together, as opposed to spending the wedding morning separately and not seeing each other until the first meeting. Choosing to spend the morning of your wedding together allows you to spend this unique morning in each other's presence, reducing stress and anxiety and instead enjoying shared moments, laughter and conversation. The couple can help each other with arranging the clothes and other details of the wedding morning. But in moments when professionals - make-up artists and hairdressers - come, they can be alone for a moment.

If you choose to spend the morning of the wedding together, Grand Hotel Kempinski deluxe suite room will be free for everyone involved. The room is divided into two rooms - a bedroom and a living room, and you can also exit the bedroom through the bathroom without crossing the living room. This means that on the morning of the wedding, the bride and groom can spend time in the same room, both together and separately, without disturbing each other.

What is essential on the wedding day, the deluxe suite has a large wardrobe room, where there will be enough space for the bride's dress, the groom's suit, and everything else necessary. Last but not least, the room has good light for applying make-up and a morning photo session, as it has large windows with a lovely view of the opera house. If necessary, it is possible to connect two deluxe suite rooms, for example, if the conductors stay in an adjacent room.

5. Try to be here and now

The key to a calm state of mind on the morning of the wedding is creating a free atmosphere and being in the company of people you love and trust. Do not underestimate the time, both the moments of solitude on the morning of the wedding and the moments with your loved ones. On the morning of the wedding, you will not only get dressed, but also get in the mood for the wedding day, and nothing puts you in a better mood than pleasant conversations with your loved ones.

Take into account that a calm wedding morning starts the night before and sufficient rest the night before the wedding is essential. Try to maintain a regular sleep schedule in the days leading up to the wedding. To achieve this, avoid using smart devices, the computer and watching TV before going to bed, as the blue light emitted by the screens can affect the quality of sleep. Instead, read a book or practice various relaxation techniques.

If you have work-related obligations, try to fulfill them in time before going to bed, and if possible, take a few days off before the wedding so that your mind is not occupied with work. Remember that both caffeine and alcohol can increase anxiety, so use them in moderation in the days leading up to the wedding.

As if it goes without saying, but proper nutrition and plenty of water are essential conditions for maintaining energy and a good mood. If the pre-wedding stress of organizational details creeps in, focus on the meaning and significance of the day, not the small details.

6. Capture the memories of the wedding morning

Capturing the moments of the wedding morning in photographs is an indispensable part of the wedding day. Schedule enough time for the photo shoot so you don't feel rushed. Speak clearly and openly with the wedding photographer about your wishes, the shots to be taken and the general mood you want to capture in the wedding morning pictures. Tell us about all your ideas and choose a well-lit room with natural light for the wedding morning photo session. On the morning of the wedding, ask all the participants of the wedding morning to keep the room in order to create a visually pleasing background for the pictures.

For the most beautiful wedding morning Kalnmuižas Palace in the picturesque old valley of Abava has a spacious room for the newlyweds with a balcony that offers a fantastic view of the apple orchard and Lake Dzirnava. Light flows into the room with the colors of each season, which creates a special atmosphere for the morning bathing ritual, breakfast and the wedding morning photo session. A harmonious environment is essential for a calm state of mind on the wedding day. Kalnmuiža Castle combines a wonderful landscape with elegance and unadulterated simplicity. Plus, it's an exceptionally beautiful backdrop for a variety of wedding morning photos.

Author of the article: Renate Berga

Environment for a leisurely wedding morning: Grand Hotel Kempinski , Relais le Chevalier , Hotel Gutenbergs, Kalnmuiža Palace