You’ve met the love of your dreams, and you’re embarking on the journey of souls together by getting married. The problem is, you don’t know how to articulate how you feel about him or her. In the wake of to-be-expected cold feet, writing 2021 wedding vows that stand out and get that much-needed ‘aww’ from the audience can be a difficult and stressful task. To help you we have put together this ultimate guide to writing 2021 wedding vows.
Luckily this short end-all guide to writing phenomenal 2021 wedding vows is going to get you through even if you are swamped with last-minute wedding details and bridezilla-level night terrors.
The Early Bird Catches The Worm
Don’t leave writing your 2021 wedding vows until the end. They are a proclamation of your love, a shouting-from-the-rooftops endeavor, and must not be undermined. That’s probably why you’ve got serious writer’s block. Take a step back and relax. Most quality writing is created from consistent thinking and schedule so don’t wait for inspiration but start with the least hard notions.
Is it the way they smile or touch their hair that’s one of the things you love about them? Make a list (however rudimentary) and write it down. More than anything else, know that multiple drafts will be required and no one gets it right the first try unless you’re a born poet (and even they need several tries).
Tips For Writing Your 2021 Wedding Vows
Decide The Vibe
Vows are meant to co-exist with your theme and the general vibe of not just your event and décor but also your relationship. If your relationship is based in no small way on practical jokes, you can write the vows to that effect.
Answer The Big Questions
A fool-proof beginning to sparking ideas for your 2021 vows comes from answering the big questions. Do you love your significant other because they are kind, generous, or just really smacking good looking? It could also very well be a combo.
Building Your Narrative
Don’t worry about sounding witty, smart or funny. Start with small words and sentences of what feelings the person awakens in you. From there you can start a narrative as story-oriented vows are often the most satisfying to hear. And it helps you highlight the more awkward bits for comic relief.
A Guide to Writing 2021 Wedding Vows
Stray From Tradition
There may be a ton of pressure on you to stick to traditional vows (roses are red but also not) but you need to imbue the vows with your personality. Traditional versions are more forgettable and if you want your wedding to be memorable you need to leave aside the fear of potentially appearing ridiculous. Remember vows and stage fright go very well together.
Write With Your Muse
If you aren’t gifted with words, it helps to sit your muse (a.k.a future bride or groom) in front of you. You’ll find that the words and elaborate descriptions fly off your tongue or at least give you some great ideas you can polish up later.
After all, vows are a wonderful bonding activity and expression of love.
