Where do I conceal myself brfore I walk down the isle?

boogiesnot

the park im getting married in is really open without any buildings or anything to stand behind. I was just wondering how other brides concealed themselves before their walk down the isle. Theres no place to park a car that would work so thats not an option... maybe rent one of those dressing walls??? I dont know and I really dont want it to be tacky. If I go over the hill out of site Ill be walking forever and dont really want that either...

cschuma2

We didn't and it wasn't a big deal.

Where will you be waiting while your guests are arriving?   For us, there was a building in the park that was like an indoor observatory/lodge area and we waited there.  It was probably about 300 yards away from our ceremony location.  When we reached our start time, the entire bridal party, my dad (walking me down the aisle), and the moms (being seated in the processional) just walked as a big group toward the ceremony.  DH and his 1 GM just walked immediately to the front; everyone else lined up several feet behind the last row of chairs and just proceeded like normal.  I really don't feel like Iost anything by not having the moment you are thinking of.  In fact, it was kind of like this moment lasted longer as people were watching us walk from much farther away.  I''m including some pictures from our ceremony to give you an idea.

dparisi

You could have your wedding party stand in front of you, blocking you from everyone's view. Although I would probably ask around to see if a friend has a trifold privacy wall. 

cschuma2

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[QUOTE]You could have your wedding party stand in front of you, blocking you from everyone's view. Although I would probably ask around to see if a friend has a trifold privacy wall. 
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I just don't understand the logistics of this.  How are you going to get behind this wall... are you going to hide behind there for 45 minutes before your ceremony starts while people are arriving?  That doesn't seem practical.  If your guests are walking around and chatting, they likely will see you.  Some may even come up and talk to you.  I think this will not work.

Hiding behind your bridal party may work a little bit.  However, people will still see your white dress peeking through from behind.  When you just have one or two BMs left and the others are at the front already, the remaining BMs won't be hiding you well anyway.  I wouldn't try to hide that much.  Just embrace being visible to your guests.

medusia00

I agree with PP, I don't think that hiding is that big of a deal. My question is how far away is the parking lot that you can't wait in a car, then start to walk when the 1st part of your bridal party is going down the isle?

TaffetaDarlingTaffeta

I have a similar scenario and after a thoughtful martini or three... I thought - "Good- God am I trophy to be presented??? No! I am having a BBQ/wedding at a park wearing something hot that I hope not to spill BBQ sauce upon and getting hitched with my love!!! Being seen by others is the least of my worries! 

However, one thought I had, as a possible suggestion... Since we are taking the wedding photos before the ceremony, perhaps... we can go off to this beautiful location across the street (or private area) during the pre ceremony social hour and have those photos done... that would bide some time to "appear." 

boogiesnot

These are all very good points, it really doesnt matter that much does it? I was also thinking about the wedding patry popping up over the hill one pair at at a time, that might be a neat was to do it.
the only reason I do have a small problem with it is because I just think Id feel awkward standing in plain veiw. I dont like being the center of attention very much.

wtkitw

It's your wedding day! You ARE the center of attention!

I wouldn't worry about it. Most outdoor weddings I've officiated are very low key by nature. The bride stays in the car if she wants a grand entrance or she simply shows up immediately before the ceremony begins. If parking is too far for walking that could be a problem if you are in heels and have to walk on a grass lawn. Maybe you could arrive in a Bridemobile. A golf cart dressed up as a bridal vehicle, or maybe a bridal rickshaw?

Good luck!

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Noellesmama

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csm6144

We were going to have a similiar issue... To get around it we decided to greet all of the guests when they come into the ceremony and skip the recieving line. Though it may sound a bit odd it takes a lot of the stress away of having to make sure we see everyone during a line or at the reception. It makes me feel more comfortable because I am going to see them all individually and not have everyone's eyes turn to me at once. But I know this is not an option for everyone, so just do what makes you feel comfortable!