Wedding Words: Inclusive Language Edition

The wedding industry only seems to talk about "the bride..." but as a modern couple, you've probably progressed from this dated and exclusionary language. After all, isn’t the day about THE COUPLE?
Perhaps it doesn't feel right even if you identify as a bride and groom, and it costs us nothing to be more inclusive: and we can start with our language.

Beyond the Binary

Why I continue to see "the bride" and "the groom" as defaults on wedding inquiry forms, within articles, on social media, in ads, throughout styled shoots, so on so on so on is BAFFLING. This isn't the 1960's; around here, inclusivity is a basic human right - so here's some alternatives to binary and heteronormative language when it comes to wedding terms.

Language Matters.

Alternatives to "Bride and Groom"

• The betrothed

• The nearlyweds

• The happy couple

• The affianced

• The groom and their beloved

• The Marriers, (first name) & (first name)

• The brides; the grooms

• To-be-weds

• We can also get cute with: Broom!

Alternatives to "Bridesmaids / Bridal Party and Groomsmen"

• The wedding party

• Attendants

• Person-of-honor

• First-Mate

This is Just the Tip of the Iceberg…

Inclusivity runs far beyond language alone. As a forever-ally, it's my promise to fight for LGBTQ+ rights; stand with BIPOC people and historically underserved communities, and use my platform to spread the joy that inclusion brings.

Around here, love is love; and it is beautiful in all of its forms. This is a safe space for all!

If you’re looking to work with an inclusive wedding florist for your New England Wedding, I’d love to be that for you! Kick off the conversation with an inquiry at the link below, and I’ll get back to you shortly!