You Make Me Feel Like Dancing

There is nothing like being in love. The sheer joy of having each other often makes the lovers feel that they can fly or at least float on air. That is the very emotion that they display in their first dance.

Of course, they aren’t the only ones expected to have a great time dancing. The matchmakers that most lovers automatically become when they find their happiness demands that they give their family and friends every opportunity to find their other half, possibly during their wedding. What better way for their friends to meet and maybe impress each other than on the dance floor, right?

Ladies, if you are serious about having a great time dancing at your wedding, then here are some things you need to prepare:

• Dresses for dancing. Choose dresses for you and your bridesmaids that they can move in. If you will give them a form fitting gown, make sure it has an interesting slit so that they can move around in it without teetering around. Full skirts gives a Ginger Rogers effect and makes a beautiful flourish when the boys twirl the ladies down the dance floor.
• Dancing Shoes. Providing shoes for your entourage is an option, not a requirement. If you have decided to be generous and have everyone shod in the footwear of your choice, keep in mind that you want them to have happy feet at your party. While dancing shoes are not meant to be used anywhere but on the dance floor, there are pairs of shoes that can come pretty close. They look great, fit well and are absolutely comfortable to trip the light fantastic in. Maybe one of these dancing slippers will hold the key to one of your guest’s heart.
• Music to Groove To. Don’t get stuck on the idea that weddings have to be formal events. If you want dancing to happen at your party, find music that will get your guests up on their feet. Your nuptials may not be the time for break dancing but you can still have an assortment of music, from waltz, to tango, to swing, to hip hop. As long as you and your guests get caught up in the rhythm and have a great time, no one else will mind.
• Dance Floor. If you are going to dance, it is best that there is a dance floor to move gracefully on. Carpeting really won’t do as it puts your guests at risk for injury. Make sure that your caterer and the manager of your reception venue knows that dancing is part of your plans so that a proper dance floor is laid out for your party.
• Mention Dancing On Your Invitations. If you want everyone attending your wedding to participate in the dancing, make sure that they know that dancing is on the menu. It will help ensure that they come wearing the best possible outfits to groove in and that they come in the mood to get down and party.