Most of us start planning for our
big day months if not years in advance. We grow our hair out or
we cut it short. We wax our legs and bleach our teeth. We get
weekly manicures and pedicures for months before the wedding just
to insure that everything will be perfect. No stone is left unturned.
Or is it?
What about him? You know, that guy
sitting next to you. He’s getting married too. And whether
he says anything or not, he probably wants to look his best for
his wedding. So, here are some things you can both do to make
HIM feel great for the big day:
Get him a
manicure.
The fact is, real men do get manicures. Okay, not all
men and not all the time, but if you look around you’ll
see more men then you think getting their nails buffed to perfection.
You can assure him that they don’t put polish on men’s
fingers (unless of course you request it!) but they do get all
the dry skin and ragged cuticles taken care of. This is especially
important if your man works with his hands on a daily basis as
his hands are probably callused and rough. He’ll be shaking
hands all day, never mind the fact that you’ll be slipping
his ring on his finger for the first and only time. What better
reason is there to get the car grease out from under his nails?
Have him get
a massage.
You can give him one yourself or the two of you can go somewhere
together to have them done. Again, this isn’t something
that most men think to do on their own, but I can guarantee he’ll
appreciate it. Men have their own stresses when it comes to planning
a wedding. Often they’re carrying some of the financial
burden (along with you) and they have their own emotions to work
through as the big day approaches. While people flock around us,
the brides, most grooms don’t really get pampered at all
during the wedding process.
Involve him
in some of your healthy activities and eating habits.
Even if your groom-to-be is in great shape already, going for
walks together and eating healthy meals before the wedding will
have real benefits. If you’re trying to loose some weight
or get in shape having his support will be invaluable. Plus, the
time spent going for walks and getting outdoors will give the
two of you a chance to connect with one another during this crazy
time. And the benefits of eating healthfully are pretty clear.
You’ll both have more energy, you’ll sleep better
and that will make the planning process seem much more manageable.
Also, he’ll stand taller and feel better knowing how great
he looks in his tux on his wedding day.
Send him to
a barbershop for a professional shave.
It’s as close as most men will get (or will want to get)
to a spa treatment. A good barber will use hot towels and lotions
to make his face smooth and soft. And since it’s a barbershop,
well let’s just say it won’t bring up the kind of
issues that could be raised if you dragged him to a spa.
The most important
thing you can do for him during this time?
Ask him his opinion and talk to him about things. Even if
you think he doesn’t care about any of the wedding planning
chances are there are certain things he has strong feelings on.
Don’t shoot down every idea he has just because it doesn’t
fit into your idea of the Dream Day. This is his wedding too,
and if he wants football helmet favors then – well –
at least be open to discussing it.
Last but not least, don’t
forget to give him a big kiss and thank him for being there. After
all, what’s a wedding without the groom?
Look fabulous on your wedding day
with beauty tips from STL Weddings:
