Nearly half of newlyweds will experience post-wedding blues this year

As we quickly approach the start of wedding season, many brides and grooms will be amping up for the best day of their lives. While the happiness of wedding days is well explored, the lull that comes afterwards is barely spoken about and not a feeling newlyweds are warned of, leading to potential feelings of isolation. 

Exclusive data from engagement and wedding ring experts at Queensmith has revealed that 40% of recently married couples experience some form of post-wedding blues. An experience of sadness, letdown, or emptiness that is often the first thing to hit couples after their honeymoon - a hangover from the heady highs of wedding planning.

And, with the latest figures from the ONS* revealing that there are 250,000 yearly marriages in the UK, an estimated 100,000 newlyweds are at risk of post-wedding blues in 2025. 

A survey of over 1,000 recently married people by Queensmith found that the most commonly experienced feelings after the wedding were nostalgia, stress, relief, anxiety, and sadness.

Respondents shared that missing the excitement of the wedding, resuming daily routines, returning from honeymoon, going back to work, and the end of the planning process were the most triggering things for their post-wedding blues.

While the experience of wedding blues is widespread, the feelings often surrounding the passing of the wedding are not a reflection of the wedding day itself. 95% of respondents said they had either a positive or extremely positive wedding experience.

Despite the post-wedding blues phenomenon affecting 40% of newlyweds, almost half reported it lasted less than a month, with only 5% reporting it lasting longer than six months.

So, alongside knowing that this sad season will pass, there are additional steps couples can take to ease and overcome their experience of post-wedding blues, as Laura Suttie from Queensmith shares: "The prospect of post-wedding blues should not detract from what is a lovely and memorable day.

“When couples enter married life, they should focus on mini-milestones and anniversaries to bring their focus back to celebratory fun events post-wedding.”

Tips for overcoming post-wedding blues

Exercise 

Queensmith’s data uncovered that over half of recently married couples embraced exercise to combat their post-wedding blues, with going for walks a popular coping mechanism. As the weather improves, getting some sunlight on your skin, surrounded by nature, is a great way to boost your mood. 

Relaxation techniques

Set some time aside to unwind. Yoga, meditation, or even simply having a moment of calm in a warm bath can all help you to overcome moments of negative emotions.

Speak to a loved one

Your friends and family all enjoyed the day with you, reflecting on the happy moments with them and sharing how you feel can help to ease post-wedding blues and switch your focus back onto the joyful aspects of getting married.

Remember, if you are feeling prolonged feelings of sadness, it is best to seek professional medical advice and discuss how you are feeling with your GP.