Unforgettable First Dances

A new wedding trend is to have your first dance choreographed.  And for some, the first dance is no longer a waltz but more of a hip hop production.  We are a generation that has grown up watching MTV and the highly stylized dancing that has permeated our living rooms is now taking center stage at our weddings. 

To see what I mean, check out some real wedding video clips on YouTube.  There are some couples who do a surprise first dance where they start off slow and break into a fast freestyle routine, and there are other couples who get their bridal parties and even parents in on the action.  These are choreographed numbers the couples have spent time learning, not just crazy arm waving and hip shaking, and they look great!

Here are a few links Youtube’s most popular weding dance videos:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=XClUAPwE4Z0&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=AjofUm69ocI&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZYhlm9GTAQ0&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=6qd_j98-y-M&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=OPmYbP0F4Zw
http://youtube.com/watch?v=YT6InvLJUzA

A new show that reflects this trend is Rock the Reception on TLC.  They have professional choreographers that work with engaged couples to plan a not-so-traditional first dance.  At the receptions, the dancers end up having a great time and the guests just love it!  If you haven’t seen it, check it out.