First things first—there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to weddings. The most important rule? YOU DO YOU.Seriously! Trust your instincts, not a checklist. Your day should reflect you, not tradition (unless you want it to!). That said, we do have a few tips for bridal prep that might help you get the most out of your photos. But if this doesn’t feel like your vibe, no worries at all—just let us know what you're planning, and we’ll be there to capture your story, your way.
Many brides love having beautiful shots of their bridal details—it’s such a special part of the story. We typically set aside about 15 minutes to photograph your dress, shoes, jewelry, invitation suite, and other little touches. These quiet moments give us time to warm up creatively, and they also make for some gorgeous images. While we’re photographing the details, we’ll also be capturing candid moments of you and your crew—think robes, bubbly, laughter, and that lovely anticipation as the day begins to unfold.
Once the details are done, it’s time for a big moment: getting into your dress! We usually suggest that your bridesmaids and mom be dressed and ready by then so everyone looks polished in the photos. After you're in your gown, it's time for the finishing touches—jewelry, veil, shoes—and then we’ll take some beautiful bridal portraits before the day officially kicks off.
As you plan out this special part of the day, here are a few meaningful moments you might want to include:
If any of these moments are part of your bridal prep, just give us a heads-up. We’ll make sure to capture them beautifully and authentically.
The wedding day truly begins with the little things—the details that reflect your style, your story, and the love you’re celebrating. We love starting the day by photographing these special items. It gives us a chance to warm up creatively and capture the tone of your day from the very beginning.
Here’s a quick checklist of the most common details we typically photograph:
We recommend gathering all of these items before we arrive so we can walk in, say hello (and give you a big hug!), then get right to photographing everything beautifully.
When it comes to planning your wedding day timeline, the best piece of advice I can offer is this: build in some buffer time. Even the simplest tasks can unexpectedly take longer than planned, and before you know it, the morning can start to feel a little rushed.
Adding an extra 10 minutes here and there throughout the schedule gives us some breathing room—and helps keep the day feeling calm and joyful rather than stressful. If something runs a little behind (which is totally normal!), we can adjust and make up that time elsewhere without it affecting the flow of the day.
A few things to keep in mind:
A little cushion time goes a long way in helping everything feel smooth, easy, and most importantly—enjoyable!
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