Jun22596 8 | LUXlife Magazine As with all things, unplugged weddings come with their fair share of positives and drawbacks. Lake District Country Hotels, owners of luxurious Lake District wedding venues, touch on the pros and cons of a device-free ceremony while offering tips on how to inform your guests you’re opting for unplugged celebrations. The benefits of an unplugged wedding Bear in mind that there are many variations on this relatively recent concept. Whether it’s a ‘no photo policy’ for the vow-exchange moment only or a ‘social media ban’ for the entire celebration, unplugged weddings exist in different shapes and forms. Whatever your take on this trend, the decision to forbid phones and Instagram from your ceremony has a number of advantages. Keeps people’s attention on the event Without phones and cameras at hand, your guests will have the chance to truly immerse themselves in the big day that you’ve spent months to perfect. Sarah Bryning, Wedding Coordinator at Briery Wood Country House Hotel, said: “You have put a lot of effort into organising your special event, so you don’t want your invitees to be checking their Facebook feed as you strut down the aisle. “By asking your guests to put their devices away during pivotal stages of the ceremony – or even for the full day – you can create a more intimate, unique atmosphere. This is because you’ll all be able to focus and enjoy those once-in-a-lifetime moments. “As soon as the phones are out, cameras flashing, and social media updated with posts and pics, you might lose that element of genuineness.” No Phones Allowed: The Ins and Outs of Unplugged Weddings In the age of technology and social media, it is difficult to imagine a snap-free ceremony or special event where devices are not allowed. However, ‘unplugged weddings’ are quickly becoming a popular trend, with 75% of Brit couples admitting they are having – or considering – a ceremony without phones or cameras. The only ‘invitee’ that’s allowed to document the big day with a device is the professional photographer. Allows for a private wedding It is important to remember that it’s you and your better half tying the knot. So, ultimately, it is up to you as a couple to decide how and when memories are shared. Opting for an unplugged wedding will allow you to kiss your partner and slice the cake without it being live-streamed or shared all over the internet. In short, it means that your privacy is respected, and it allows you to pick your favourite snaps after the wedding and choose what to disclose to the rest of the world.
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