Top 10 things couples regret after their wedding party
27/05/2025 10:00 | Inspiration
Are you afraid you will regret certain choices when planning your wedding? Do you want to know what to look out for so you won't have any wedding regrets? We collected for you the top ten things couples regret after their wedding! Discover them in this article and find out what to do.
Photo (above): Ceremony speaker: Huis Stella - Photographer: LUX Visual Storytellers
1. Being influenced by too many opinions
Your wedding day is all about you and your partner. So make sure that your wedding day is entirely tailored to your wishes. You may soon be influenced by other people's opinions. But if the recommendations don't suit you, you may regret it later. So talk to your partner beforehand about what you want and think twice about the advice you receive from friends, family or social networks before applying it to your wedding. Stay tuned - you're bound to come up with some good ideas! However, if they don't match your vision, it's best to leave them alone.
2. Not hiring the right suppliers
The choice of suppliers is crucial to the success of your wedding. Couples often regret not having done enough research into quality suppliers. So take the time to find the right matches for your party, and choose professional suppliers who already have many weddings in their portfolio. Check out their website, social networks, photos of past weddings, reviews and schedule an introductory meeting to see if anything clicks. That way, you can be sure you've chosen the right suppliers! At House of Weddings, you'll find the best, most reliable wedding suppliers with a quality label.
3. No trial session for hair and make-up
Brides who don't plan a hair and make-up trial session with their hairdresser and make-up artist often regret it later. If the result on the big day doesn't live up to expectations, there's not much you can do, or you have to start all over again, which wastes time. This can be a source of stress, just when you want everything to go smoothly in the morning and you want to look your best! So make sure you have your hair and make-up done in the style you have in mind beforehand. You can always make adjustments during the trial session. So you can rest assured that on your wedding day you'll look stunning!
4. No back-up plan in case of rain
Everyone hopes for good weather on their wedding day. During the summer months, many people hold most of their weddings outdoors. However, always have a back-up plan in case it rains. Especially if you're getting married in Belgium, the weather can sometimes hold surprises. So take all weather conditions into account and plan an alternative for your outdoor ceremony or reception. Check whether your reception hall has indoor space available, whether there is room for a marquee (large enough for the number ofguests), and provide translucent or other types of fun umbrellas and possibly another indoor location for taking your wedding photos.
5. Inviting the wrong people
It's tempting to invite lots of guests to your wedding to share the day with everyone. Your parents may want you to invite their friends too. Family members who are a little further away from you can expect to receive an invitation. And most guests will be happy to bring someone close, even if you don't know them (well). Many couples regret, after their wedding party, having invited (too many) people who are not very close to them. Often, with hindsight, they would have preferred to opt for a smaller circle of people they know well and love the most. If your parents are contributing to your wedding, we understand that you want to please them. Try to find a happy medium and invite the people you also know and love, perhaps for only part of the day, such as the reception or the dance.
6. Don't use a professional photographer
Your wedding day is one of the most beautiful days of your life. You want to keep as many memories of it as possible. Not hiring a professional photographer is one of the biggest regrets of married couples. So don't rely on your niece, who loves taking photos, or your guests, who take pretty pictures, and don't hesitate to hire a professional photographer. He'll be with you all day and capture all your moments in superb images. You'll get the most beautiful wedding photos - high quality and professionally edited - and your memories of your special day will be guaranteed to last a lifetime! Every time you look at your photos, you'll relive your day and enjoy it to the full.
7. Drink too much alcohol
Alcohol (in excess) can also interfere with your memories of your special day. Excessive alcohol consumption is therefore one of the things couples regret after their wedding. Passing out and forgetting part of the wedding party is something you absolutely want to avoid at your wedding. So the message is to drink in moderation! If you know for yourself that you won't be able to monitor the evening properly, you can always ask a friend to bring you a glass of water from time to time.
8. Not using a professional videographer
Couples sometimes choose not to use a videographer to cut costs. However, they often regret it later. A videographer adds an extra dimension to your memories by capturing emotions in a way that photographs cannot. Your day will be filmed chronologically, in moving images, allowing you to relive it. So don't leave this task to "Uncle Jos who knows how to film", and don't hesitate to hire a professional videographer: they're invaluable!
9. Not planning a moment together
Don't overload your wedding day by leaving little or no time in between to relax together and reflect on this special occasion. Many couples will take a different approach later on. Above all, you want to experience the day together. So spend plenty of time together and plan some relaxing time to enjoy the two of you.
10. Wanting to do too much yourself
Last but not least: dare to let go. Brides and grooms who want to do too much themselves are often so busy coordinating everything on their wedding day that they "forget" to have fun. So hire a wedding planner so you can let yourself go and relax completely. If you don't have awedding planner, assign some tasks to a few suitable friends or family members. Make clear agreements and use a timetable to ensure that everyone knows what is expected of them and when. That way, you won't have to worry on your wedding day and you'll have more time to enjoy yourself.
Don't worry, as long as you organise your wedding the way you want it and keep the aforementioned regrets in mind, you'll only look back on your wedding with a big smile on your face. Happy planning!
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