There is nothing I love more than walking into a bridal suite and see a stunning wedding gown begging to be photographed. And let’s not forget the shoes! When I see a shimmering pair of Jimmy Choo’s or a strappy pair of Manolo Blahnik’s, my camera wants to jump out of my hands and start snapping away.
I often encourage my clients to allot a little time for me to photograph their wedding details—the flowers, the shoes, the boutonnière, the centerpieces. All the wedding accoutrements that make their special day different from someone else’s. Essentially, the details are the wedding Jello molds left for guests to long remember after the day has passed.
In the most recent edition of Bride and Bloom Magazine, I wrote an article on wedding fashion and how brides have to make it truly reflect their personalities. Here’s a snippet of the editorial: Just like a thumbprint is indicative of your identity, your sense of style is indicative of your personality. On your wedding day, a stylistic thumbprint will be left for all your guests to see, so you have to be sure every detail conveys the same thing and truly reflects your personality. Even if it means wearing goulashes or retro platforms as you walk down the aisle.
Here are a few helpful tips in planning a little detail time for your wedding photographer:
• Have everything you’d like photographed (e.g. dress, veil, rings, shoes, etc.) ready and organized for the photographer. This will make things so much smoother and time effective.
• Try to allot ten minutes before the grand entrance so the photographer can capture table shots—images of your centerpieces and favors—and seating arrangement details before guests place personal items on their seats during the reception.
• Be sure and talk with your photographer about special touches and sentimental considerations. For instance, are you wearing your great-grandmother’s broach? Are you releasing love-birds? Are the groom’s cufflinks an heirloom?
These are just a few suggestions to make your wedding photography more comprehensive and unique. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment or send an email!
–Jasmine Star
Website: Jasmine Star Photography
Blog: Jasmiine Star Blog
