WEDDING WEDNESDAY-TIP OF THE DAY
Many couples ask whether or not they should have a first look. If you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering the same thing. In my opinion, I think they are an excellent idea. I love first looks. I know that they are ‘untraditional,’ but let's take a minute to explain the benefits of a first look.
- A first look also gives you a very special, intimate moment with your new spouse. If you are nervous or stressed out, this will especially help to relax you, and your spouse can comfort you and let you know it will all be OK. During the ceremony, there are many of people around and you can’t fully take in the moment because everyone is staring at you. With a first look, that moment is just between you and your spouse (and your photographers, of course).
- Your wedding day is going to be crazy busy. There is no getting around it. You will have so much to do and so little time to do it. If you have a first look, it helps to calm down the day. Instead of trying to rush around to get everyone together and have pictures taken between the wedding ceremony and reception while your guests are waiting, you’ll have that time to relax and enjoy your guests. You won't have to worry about being late to your reception. We can do all of the main portraits before the ceremony even begins – at the very least, the bride and groom and bridal party photos. This way, your hair and makeup are still perfect, because you just had those done. If your family is coming earlier, we can do their photos beforehand, as well, or we will only have to worry about those portraits after the ceremony and not the bridal party shots.
- Even if you have a first look, your significant other will be just as happy to see you walking down the aisle and you’ll still be breathtaking. Don’t worry that you’ll be spoiling the moment by seeing each other prior to the ceremony.
