{"id":11358,"date":"2012-11-30T11:00:25","date_gmt":"2012-11-30T11:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wdie.wedding-dates.com\/?p=11358"},"modified":"2021-02-15T17:03:15","modified_gmt":"2021-02-15T17:03:15","slug":"wedding-planning-top-10-ways-for-the-bride-to-relax","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wedding-planning-top-10-ways-for-the-bride-to-relax\/","title":{"rendered":"Wedding Planning: Top 10 Ways For The Bride To Relax"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-11362\" src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates-wp-ie.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/2012\/11\/MP900431114.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"498\" height=\"498\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/MP900431114.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/MP900431114-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/MP900431114-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/MP900431114-750x750.jpg 750w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/MP900431114-315x315.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So today I am not going to harp on about the stresses involved in wedding planning, the lists that need to be made or the things that need to be remembered.. It&#8217;s your wedding, you want to create your dream\u00a0day. All the hard work will be worth it!<\/p>\n<p>In saying that, you as the bride should take a moment, or an few hours&#8230;every now and again to relax. Take a break from that wedding planning and leave the diary at home! Whether your ideal of chilling out is spending time on your own or hitting your favorite spot for a cocktail with your girl friends the choice is yours. You are the bride after all!<\/p>\n<p>Here are my Top 10 Ways For The Bride to Relax!<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>10. Have a Bath<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Light those candles, lock the door and enjoy some relaxing time to yourself. Don&#8217;t forget the bubble bath!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>9. Go For a Walk<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes it is the simplest things that make all the difference, so get on your runners and take to the path.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>8. Hit the Dancefloor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Why wait until your hen party? Gather together your bridesmaids and enjoy a night out on the town.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>7. Go for a Picnic<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Get your hands on a wicker basket and choose a scenic spot for a picnic. This is a perfect opportunity to spend some time with the kiddies in your life. If you dare&#8230;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>6. Read a Book<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>Whether you are an a frequent reader or not grab a book or magazine and put your feet up. And no, the bridal magazines do not count&#8230;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>\u00a05. Take Up a Class<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You may not think you have time, but all you need is an hour a week. Take up a fun dance class. Zumba is a personal favourite of mine!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>4. Watch a Movie<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Get into your sweats, get cosy on the couch and watch a movie. There are some great <a title=\"Top 10 Wedding Movies\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingdates.ie\/blog\/top-10-wedding-movies\/\">wedding movies<\/a> you can choose from, &#8216;Bridesmaids&#8217; is a must see!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>3. Get a Facial<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sneak off to the beauty salon when no one is looking and treat yourself to a little pampering. You have to prepare your <a title=\"Getting Your Skin Ready For Your Wedding \" href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wedding-make-up-getting-your-skin-ready-for-the-day\/\">wedding day skin<\/a> right?!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>2. Go For Dinner With Your Groom<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>What could be a better way to relax than enjoying a delicious meal with the person you love. There is one rule, no wedding related talk&#8230;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><strong>1. Bake a Cake<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Gather your ingredients and get baking! Whether you are an avid baker or not so experienced the smell of your treats alone will put a smile on your face. Just remember to share!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><em>{Image via <a title=\"Microsoft Online\" href=\"http:\/\/office.microsoft.com\/en-us\/images\/\">Microsoft Online<\/a>}<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"So today I am not going to harp on about the stresses involved in wedding planning, the lists that need to be made or the things that need to be remembered.. It&#8217;s your wedding, you want to create your dream\u00a0day. All the hard work will be worth it! In saying that, you as the bride should take a moment, or an few hours&#8230;every now and again to relax. 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