Every Bride's Biggest Fears
Weddings are such a special moment in everyone's lives, there's an urge to make sure that everything goes smoothly. And when you expect perfection, that's when the anxiety and stress kick in. For brides who've dreamed of this big day for years, it comes with happiness but also a lot of worry. Here are 20 common wedding nightmares that many brides fear could happen.
1. The Dress Doesn't Fit Anymore
Every woman's favorite part of the wedding is getting to wear her beautiful dress. While it's a source of joy, it can also be huge source of stress. There would be nothing more devastating than learning the gown no longer fits you on the big day. Talk about a nightmare.
2. No One Shows Up
After months and months of planning, maybe even years, what would you do if nobody shows up? Even if you sent out the invitations and people RSVP'd, this is a fear that every bride has before the wedding day. For some reason, it's common to worry about people forgetting or not even coming.
3. You Ruin Your Dress
Not fitting your dress is one thing, ripping it or staining it is another story. While wedding gowns are absolutely beautiful in their bright white color, that also just makes them more susceptible to getting dirty. Can you imagine accidentally spilling some coffee on it right before the ceremony is about to start?
4. Your Dad Disappears Before Walking Down The Aisle
Having your father walk you down the aisle to "give you away' is something many girls have dreamed about. It's an important moment in the family as you finally move toward starting your own. So what else could possibly ruin this moment more than having your dad disappear on you right before the big moment?
5. You're Left At The Altar
Arguably every bride's biggest fear is being left at the altar. Whether it's your fiance not showing up at all, leaving halfway, or changing his mind, there's nothing more scary than ending your wedding day alone. No number of "I love yous" seem to be able to shake this worry from a bride's mind.
6. Someone Objects
Every woman's dream is having their wedding run smoothly and successfully. After all, you want it to be a beautiful day to remember and reminisce on. That's why a big fear is having someone object at the altar - not only does it completely stop the progression of the ceremony, it's incredibly embarrassing.
7. You Trip Walking Down The Aisle
We know heels look good in a dress, but make sure you're prioritizing your comfort over style. Because honestly, what could be more humiliating than tripping down the aisle as everyone has their eyes on you? It doesn't matter how many pairs of heels you've worn in the past - even the most skilled walkers fear this nightmare.
8. The Band Performs The Wrong First Dance Song
As you finally greet the crowd as Mr. and Mrs., it feels like nothing could go wrong. Your ceremony went smoothly, you both look beautiful in your evening attire, and you're about to share your first dance. So imagine when all of a sudden the wrong song plays! It's supposed to be a special moment for the two of you and it can be scary thinking it won't be perfect.
9. It Starts Raining
For all you brave enough to hold an outdoor wedding, we know your biggest concern is the weather. Even if the forecast predicts sunshine, you can never really be too sure. Watching your dream day get ruined because of heavy rain might just be the most nerve-wracking thought of all.
10. The Caterers Don't Show Up
Let's be honest, everyone loves showing up to weddings for the free food. Obviously it's to celebrate the couple, but eating a delicious meal is also great, something all brides are aware of. That's why it's horrifying to think about the possibility of the caterers not showing up. From getting lost to being late to completely ghosting you, no bride wants to deal with no food and angry guests.
11. The Venue Is Closed
Did you read the sign wrong? Did you plan the wrong date? A random thought that flashes through many brides' minds is showing up to their wedding venue only to find its closed or unavailable. Nothing is off limits in terms of what they might think could go wrong!
12. Your Hair Just Won't Cooperate
The perfect wedding dress is only complete when you've got the perfect hairstyle to go with it. We all know how finicky our hair can be. That's why brides worry about how their hair might handle the day of their wedding. After all, feeling confident in how you look is a big part of feeling extra special on this big day.
13. You Wake Up With Pimples
Sadly, we can't control our skin. No matter how many face masks you put on, how much moisturizer you use, and how many pimple patches you own, there's nothing you can do if you wake up with a massive pimple on your face. While makeup is a simple cure, it is something that makes a bride's day start off poorly. And the last thing they want to worry about is more things to worry about.
14. You Get Sick On The Big Day
Another thing we can't control are our bodies. Whether you're dealing with allergies, the flu, or cramps, feeling sick on your big day would be the worst feeling. It's safe to say all brides are concerned about how they might wake up the morning of their wedding.
15. Uninvited Guests Show Up
There's nothing like your ex or someone you hate showing up uninvited to your wedding to ruin everything. Even if you know the guest list by heart, some brides fear that unexpected visitors might show up to spoil their day.
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16. You Get Lost On The Way
What if you lose all sense of direction and forget how to drive to the venue? Regardless of how many times you've seen the place, there's always a fear that something will go wrong on the way there. Some even stress that they'll show up at the wrong location!
17. You're Late
Most brides can agree there's nothing worse than showing up late to your own wedding. Putting everything you've planned behind schedule, it's not just embarrassing, it's inconveniencing everyone around you. Sure, some things are unavoidable, but that doesn't mean it's not a source of worry for brides.
18. Forgetting Your Vows
After spending so much time planning out the perfect words and feelings to tell your soon-to-be-husband, blanking out on your wedding vows would be so humiliating. It's easy to feel nervous when all eyes are on you, but in a moment where you're supposed to be expressing your love, standing there silently doesn't look great.
19. Losing The Rings
Can you imagine waiting to put your wedding rings on each others' hands only to discover they've been lost? Losing anything wedding-related on the big day is a nightmare no bride wants to deal with.
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20. Losing All The Photos
Most brides will hire professional wedding photographers so they can capture every beautiful moment on this day. Everyone wants to have mementos they can look back on! But what would you do if all of them were lost? It's simply something no bride even wants to imagine.
