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Savvy August 2022 Greater Manchester

Walking down the aisle

Anna, 14 March, 2022 at 23:15 Posted on Etiquette and Advice 0 5
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Hi all,


So bit of a strange one. I have a good relationship with my dad, no issues at all, but I am super close to my mum. I've been thinking more recently that I would probably want her to walk me down the aisle as it would be more meaningful to me.
I don't think this would bother my dad (he has walked my sister so its not like he will never get to), but I am curious if anyone has ever done this or seen this before and did you think it was strange?
I guess I'm worried that people might find it odd and think badly of my dad but there really isn't anything to it. I know some people have both but I personally don't like the thought of that.
Any thoughts would be much appreciated!

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Latest activity by Anna, 15 March, 2022 at 20:31
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    Beginner October 2022 Gloucestershire
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    If you are worried that people might say something about your dad for not walking you down the aisle. Then walk with both of them. I did that on my day but only because I am close to both and wanted them both to walk with me. Otherwise let your mom walk with you. Remember, it’s your day. You must do what you want. People will always find a way to talk anyway so do what pleases you
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    Expert July 2023 Cornwall
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    I think it would be nice to ask them both to walk you down the aisle. As you do have a relationship with your dad, he may be a little hurt if you don't want him, but it would be a lovely gesture to include your mum too - I know plenty of people who have done this and had one parent on either side Smiley smile

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    Genius July 2020 Monmouthshire
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    As long as both your parents are happy with it, then I think it's fine. People who know you will know you have a good relationship with your dad and people who don't, don't matter.

    If you wanted to emphasise that you are close to both your parents, you could always get your father to do a reading or to be one of your witnesses. Plus, of course, there are the speeches, if you are having them.

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    Dedicated October 2022 Argyll
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    I'd originally thought I wouldn't bother and I'd go on my own, even though I'm very close to my parents. Then my mum pointed out my dad would like it if he could walk me down the aisle, so I agreed but am now thinking I'm close to both, it should be both - it's a more modern way of doing it too, I think.
    In your case, I think both is a better option all around, as you really don't know if your dad would be upset, or if he'd say anything (as men often don't), and you've said you have a good relationship with both.

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    Savvy August 2022 Greater Manchester
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    Thanks for all your messages. I kinda forgot there were other roles as well! I'll either go with having them both, or having my dad walk me and my mum be the witness and sign the marriage certificate 😊
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