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It might be because of Covid-19 travel or gathering restrictions, personal circumstances, or loss. But, you can still include missing guests in your wedding day. Getting creative with your wedding ceremony is a great way to still feel connected to those who couldn’t be there. And your friends and family will appreciate any efforts you make to acknowledge and honour them on what’s ultimately YOUR day.<\/p>\n
Here are some ideas to include your loved ones from afar…<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Kate-Roberge-Photography_Emma-Jamal-138_websize.jpg” alt=”guest live stream records wedding ceremony at Jack’s Point Queenstown” title_text=”Emma Jamal Jacks Point live stream” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Streaming your Queenstown wedding allows friends and family around the world to tune in to your wedding ceremony live as it happens. They’ll love hearing your wedding vows in the moment and watching your iconic first kiss as they view your Queenstown wedding ceremony in real time.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/queenstown-wedding-celebrant-your-big-day-moke-lake-autumn-louise-jagdeep_5022-1.jpg” alt=”wedding ceremony at Moke Lake Queenstown New Zealand” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-your-big-day-moke-lake-autumn-louise-jagdeep_5022″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Ask a missing guest of honour to choose a reading or poem to be shared during your Queenstown wedding ceremony. They could work direct with your celebrant and surprise you with their choice on the day, or you can choose your favourite from their short list. Your celebrant or any of your guests there in person can present the reading\/poem aloud during the ceremony.<\/p>\n Check out: 3 Fun Poems For Your Wedding Ceremony<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/queenstown-wedding-planner-cecil-peak-picnic-heli-wedding.Mark-Judy-46b.jpg” alt=”flower bouquet with wedding rings balanced on top” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-planner-cecil-peak-picnic-heli-wedding.Mark-Judy-46b” _builder_version=”4.9.10″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Are you missing someone who had a favourite flower or colour that you can include in your Queenstown wedding flowers? Talk to your florist about incorporating some special blooms in your bouquets and buttonholes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/queenstown-wedding-planner-wedding-packages-heli-wedding-mount-crichton-twirl.gif” alt=”GIF video of bride and groom dancing on a mountain top in Queenstown New Zealand” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-planner-wedding-packages-heli-wedding-mount-crichton-twirl” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n When curating your Queenstown wedding playlist you can include songs that remind you of the friends and family who can’t be with you on the day. This might be a favourite song of theirs, a song that played on their wedding day, a song with lyrics that are meaningful to your relationship with them, or any other sentimental connection.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/queenstown-wedding-celebrant-your-big-day-9.jpeg” alt=”queenstown wedding at Wow House Queenstown New Zealand” title_text=”queenstown wedding celebrant your big day 9″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Ask your friends and family to write a short message of their love and well wishes that can be read during your Queenstown wedding ceremony. Again, you can vet them first before forwarding onto your celebrant, or have a surprise on the day as your crew coordinate with your celebrant directly.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/KirstyCharlie-151_websize.jpg” alt=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-family-photos-kirsty-charlie” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-family-photos-kirsty-charlie” _builder_version=”4.4.7″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n If you’re really going to miss seeing the friendly faces of your favourite people then why not print and display them for your Queenstown wedding day? You could pop their photos on seats amongst your other guests, have them on a side table of honour, or hang them up around your venue. To be more discrete, opt for a locket with the photos inside.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/KirstyCharlie-616.jpg” alt=”Wedding guest book postcard display” title_text=”Charlie + Kirsty” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Grab some local Queenstown postcards and address them to your friends and family around the world. Prepare your messages to loved ones ahead of time and during your ceremony you can sign and stamp these wedding keep-sakes ready for posting. Who doesn’t love getting something through the mail that isn’t just another bill?!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/queenstown-wedding-celebrant-coromandel-peak-heli-wedding-awla-harry-AIC_003.jpg” alt=”Wedding elopement ceremony at Coromandel Peak Wanaka Queenstown” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-coromandel-peak-heli-wedding-awla-harry-AIC_003″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Sometimes just acknowledging that there are people you love missing on your Queenstown wedding day is enough. Your celebrant can mention them by name to honour the fact that you wish they could be there with you.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/queenstown-wedding-celebrant-planner-wedding-hire-holiday-home-megan-jared-shaken-and-stirred-weddings-843.jpg” alt=”candle burning in a vase surrounding by flowers” title_text=”Megan & Jared Wedding” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n If you have loved ones who have passed on from this life then you might consider lighting a candle for them during your Queenstown wedding ceremony. The idea is that as the candle burns for them in the background you are reminded of their love, support, and presence. You can also move the candle from your ceremony space to reception area to continue the sentiment throughout your whole wedding day.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/queenstown-wedding-celebrant-gay-wedding-elopement-coronet-peak-greg-steve-125.jpg” alt=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-selfie” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-selfie” _builder_version=”4.4.7″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Even the most fast paced photographer will take a few hours to send you some professional sneak peek photos of your Queenstown wedding. So, remember to snap a selfie and send onto friends and family right away. Show off your new rings, the amazing view and your newlywed smiles!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/queenstown-wedding-celebrant-queenstown-elopement-jacks-point-183-scaled.jpg” alt=”bridal bouquet of flowers with picture lockets attached” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-queenstown-elopement-jacks-point-183″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n For an extra sentimental touch you can add lockets to your wedding bouquet with photos of friends and family. This way, your loved ones will be close to you as you walk down the aisle and the lockets can become wedding day keep-sakes forever more.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/queenstown-wedding-celebrant-millbrook-your-big-day-rosie-kael.043_MRP_3442.jpg” alt=”Groomsmen pose with a cardboard cut out of missing groomsman at Queenstown wedding in New Zealand” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-millbrook-your-big-day-rosie-kael.043_MRP_3442″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Get a good laugh with a cardboard cut-out of missing bridal party members or other guests. You’ll have heaps of fun pretending to share a beer, hanging out in the photo booth, and even walking them down the aisle!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/yourbigday.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/queenstown-wedding-celebrant-winehouse-autumn-olivia-dean-221.jpg” alt=”Bride and groom wave on a video call to missing family during wedding ceremony in Queenstown New Zealand” title_text=”queenstown-wedding-celebrant-winehouse-autumn-olivia-dean-221″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off”]<\/p>\n Stay connected to guests around via video call during your wedding ceremony. They might be in the pyjamas in bed due to the time difference or they might take the opportunity to dress to impress as if they were there with you!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.4.7″][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” make_fullwidth=”off” use_custom_width=”off” width_unit=”off” custom_width_px=”1080px” custom_width_percent=”80%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.10″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]<\/p>\n Are you planning a Queenstown wedding and want to know more about working with Your Big Day to create a fun and awesome ceremony?<\/p>\n Photos included in this post with big thank to:<\/p>\n Williams Photography<\/a> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Some fun and easy ways to include loved ones from afar<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":6972,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[150,85,81,2],"tags":[148,149,18],"yoast_head":"\n1. Live streaming<\/strong><\/h2>\n
2. A reading\/poem of their choice<\/strong><\/h2>\n
3. Use their favourite flowers<\/strong><\/h2>\n
4. Play sentimental songs<\/strong><\/h2>\n
5. Personal messages<\/strong><\/h2>\n
6. Display photos<\/strong><\/h2>\n
7. Write them a postcard<\/strong><\/h2>\n
8. Give them a shout out<\/strong><\/h2>\n
9. Light a candle<\/strong><\/h2>\n
10. Send a selfie<\/strong><\/h2>\n
11. ADD PHOTO LOCKETS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
12. CARDBOARD CUT-OUTS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
13. VIDEO CALL<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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