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What to Wear for Your First Dance on Your Wedding Day

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rsz_1rsz_dsc06105As your much anticipated wedding day is coming up, you are probably wondering what you should wear for your first dance as a married couple. Should you wear your wedding dress, or change into your reception dress? What about the groom? Will he want to dance with his jacket on or off? These can seem like small things to think about, but with proper planning, you can look and feel quite comfortable on your big day with the right attire.

We at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona have helped thousands of brides over the last two decades to shine on the dance floor, and we are happy to advise you on how to look and feel your best!

Ladies… If you are wearing a wedding dress that is form fitted, such as a mermaid or a trumpet style dress, we suggest that you consider a second dress to wear during your reception party, at least for your first dance. Not only will a flowy dress free you up for your first dance, it will also ensure you are comfortable for the rest of the night. If you have a long train and don’t plan on changing into a separate dress, bustling your dress is a great idea so that you don’t trip on the dance floor. You also won’t want your train dragging around with the danger of your partner slipping while you are dancing together. When you begin your Wedding Dance Lessons with us, you will want to wear comfortable clothing until we get closer to the actual wedding date. Then we ask that you bring in an outfit that is something similar to what you will be wearing on your actual day. That way you practice with a large skirt on, to fitted jacket on to get used to the feeling of dancing in similar clothing.

Guys…We will help you to discover whether or not you should dance with your jacket on. When you are wearing something as restricting as a tux or suit jacket, you may have a hard time turning wife comfortably. Both of you will want you to be able to show her off and make her look as graceful as possible on the most important dance of your lives.

For the bride and groom…Please wear shoes that are comfortable. Even if this means you have to change before and after your dance into a different shoe, we definitely recommend that you do! Your feet will be regretting it the next day if you don’t. Ladies, do not wear a sky high stiletto for your first dance. Sure, it looks great but they are nearly impossible to dance in without looking ridiculous, or worse, tripping and getting hurt. We recommend that you do not wear a heel that is more than 3 inches tall for dancing. It’s honestly a better idea to wear a short heel for the entire reception, especially if you have an open bar. Guys, we think it’s a great idea to invest in a dance shoe for your special night. You will use your dance skills with your wife far beyond just your wedding night so splurging on a comfortable dance shoe is a great idea.

If you haven’t started planning your wedding dance, give us a call at Dance FX Studios and set up a Wedding Dance Consultation so we can customize the first dance of your dreams. Don’t worry about the small details we talked about today. Once you come in, our instructors will go over everything you need to know again for both of you to look and feel great on your wedding day!

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Heat Up Your First Dance With Wedding Dance Lessons

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Are you looking to make your wedding day unique and memorable? Want a wedding that shows you and your fiancés love for each other, a wedding all your guests will remember? Then “rock your reception” with the ultimate first dance wedding routine! You have spent time, money and energy picking the venue, cake, flowers and attire, so why not seal the deal and make your first dance really shine? Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona has been helping couples shine on their wedding day for over a decade. We have choreographed pretty much everything and have helped couples of all ages and abilities, making their dreams a reality.

 

A “Rock Your Reception” dance is a sure fire way to give your guests an unexpected surprise that will get your reception started on the right foot. Give your friends and family something they will always remember – it’s like a souvenir memory! Wedding dance lessons to prepare you for looking AMAZING on the dance floor are a must. Guaranteed, one of our choreographers will deliver the perfect dance made just for you. For over a decade, the instructors at Dance FX Studios have choreographed thousands of first dances for Arizona brides and grooms. We have literally done it all! From the elegant and sophisticated wedding dances to the completely outrageous, to the dramatic, we will customize a dance that meets your every wish. We offer exciting dances like Salsa, Swing and Country Two Step that will surely get your guests moving out of their chairs and to the beat of your first dance.

 

The very popular “Rock Your Reception” dances are trendy right now and combining classics with current pop culture is a great way to liven up the party and set the mood for your reception. We have had combinations of classic wedding songs like “At Last” by Etta James, “Matrimony” by Raymond Gregory and “Marry Me” by Train that phase into popular songs like “Gangnam Style” by Psy and “Soulja Boy”. Dance FX Studios’ instructors and students alike have a great time while working together to create the perfect Ultimate Dance for your- big day!

 

We offer a wide variety of dances, so you are sure to find something just for you and your fiancé! If you want a sassy, spicy first dance that will ignite your reception, you might like Salsa, Bachata or Tango dancing. If you have a rustic venue and a country theme, you can learn Country Swing to get your guests boot-scootin’ the night away! If your playlist includes big band or jazz music, you can learn to Jitterbug Swing dance and be prepared for a night of spins and smiles!

Give yourselves several months of preparation time for your first dance to be a true success.  To get started, contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone at 480.968.6177 and set up a wedding dance consultation. The consultation will include a “meet and greet” and some dancing to give us a chance to see where you are at and what it will take to get you to where you want to go. The ultimate goal? To make you shine on your wedding day on that dance floor, of course! Each of our dance instructors is highly skilled at working with brides and grooms when it comes to understanding your wants for your wedding dance as well as your comfort level.