Skip the Strip: Classy and Creative Wedding Toss Replacements Let’s face it — the traditional garter toss isn’t for everyone. Whether it feels outdated, awkward, or just doesn’t fit the couple’s vibe, more and more newlyweds are opting to leave it out of their celebration. But skipping the garter toss doesn’t mean skipping the fun. There are numerous memorable, meaningful, and crowd-pleasing alternatives that keep guests entertained and maintain high energy. 1. Anniversary Dance This sweet and sentimental option gets couples of all ages onto the dance floor. The DJ gradually asks couples to leave the floor based on the length of their marriage. The last couple standing — often celebrating decades of marriage — gets a round of applause and can even be gifted the bride’s bouquet. It’s a touching tribute to lasting love and a great way to involve more guests. 2. Couple’s Trivia or Shoe Game Add a dose of humour by playing the ‘Shoe Game’ or a trivia round about the couple. Guests can submit questions ahead of time, and the newlyweds take turns answering. It’s a crowd favourite for a reason — everyone learns a little more about the couple and gets a good laugh in the process. 3. Dance-Off or Lip Sync Battle If your guests are the fun-loving type, a mini dance-off or lip sync battle is a great way to replace the garter toss with something high-energy. Invite volunteers or pre-select friends to go head-to-head for a prize. Bonus points if the wedding party gets involved! Full-Size Buses – Seat up to 46 passengers (two per seat) Mini Buses – Seat 14–18 comfortably, ideal for bridal parties Professional Drivers – Punctual, courteous, and experienced Custom Itineraries – We’ll tailor the schedule to your big day Save Big – More affordable than limos or coaches Peace of Mind – No worries about drinking and driving Sample Wedding Day Itinerary: •Bridal party pickup for hair and makeup •Groomsmen pickup •Hotel guest transportation to ceremony •Shuttle service to reception venue •Safe return of guests to hotel
4. Pass the Bouquet This musical chairs-inspired game has guests passing a bouquet around the dance floor while music plays. When the music stops, the person holding the bouquet is out. The last guest standing keeps the bouquet — and maybe even takes home a small prize. 5. Wish Jar or Advice Cards For a quieter but heartfelt alternative, have guests fill out advice or well-wishes to be read later. It’s a meaningful way to involve everyone, and the couple ends up with a keepsake they’ll treasure. 6. Charitable Toss Want to keep the ‘toss’ but give it a twist? Instead of tossing a garter, toss a stuffed animal or soft bouquet — with the winner getting to choose a charity that the couple will donate to in their honour.
Ultimately, weddings are about celebrating love in a manner that feels authentic to the couple. So, whether you skip the garter toss or replace it with something new, the most important thing is to have fun and make it your own.
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