Covid Wedding Tips from a Georgia Couple

Erin and Emily’s plans for a large wedding fell through just a few weeks before the March date they had booked. Even after rescheduling, they found themselves still bound by the safety concerns of COVID-19.

So, here are a few things they did.

1) They created a sign that included safety instructions such as: “Thank you for keeping 6 feet distance,” and “We’re not hugging,” and “Thank you for wearing a mask.”

2. They set up chairs by family groups, with members of a single family sitting together, but more than 6 feet from another family seating group.

3. They had masks made to match their color scheme for the day.

4. Masks, in three different sizes, were left in a box near the ceremony seats, so guests could pick one upon entering.

5. Close family members quarantined for 14 days before the wedding, so they could hug and dance together.

COVID wedding change of venue to parent's backyard

Due to COVID 19 and the restrictions created to keep it from spreading, Daria and Josh revamped their wedding plans from a big celebration at the Dekalb History Center, into an intimate backyard ceremony and suburban-home reception.

The intimate ceremony, dinner and party to follow was filled with laughter, love, good food, good cake and a little bit (or maybe more) of champagne.

Daria got help with her dress from her Mom.

Josh’s best man adjusts Josh’s tie.

Daria makes Josh laugh during the ceremony.

The happy couple after they are wed.

A quiet moment after all the excitement.

The posed photo session included Gaston, an important member of the wedding party.

The wedding topper toppled.

Locking arms for the traditional champagne toast.

Daria’s bridesmaid makes Daria and Josh, and the rest of the guests, laugh.

Cheers!