Continuing on in this week’s mini series, I am so thrilled to address yet one other question I get asked when I meet with couples in planning their wedding day. When should my wedding party be ready for photos?! As discussed on Tuesday, it is really up to you as the coupe to decide when all this should happen, but in my professional opinion, here are some of the key times when your wedding party will be needed::
Getting Ready photos. Honestly these are some of my very favorite photos and ones I see personalities shine through. If you have robes for your bridesmaids, make sure you are able to get a photo of everyone toasting together. And then, have your attendants in dresses before you put on your dress. These make for gorgeous photos, and honestly some you will want to use in your album.
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Wedding Party photos, traditional and non-traditional. These are your best friends, making time to share in the day and have fun with them are a priority to me as I also hope, to you as the couple. These are friends that have watched you grow through the years and those that will keep you going throughout the day. Again, these are some of my very favorite photos.
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After Ceremony Photos. Are you deciding on heading to your favorite spot in the city for photos? Bring your friends with you. Travel on your trolley make for great photos, as do photos once arriving at your destination.
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Dance photos. As fun as the day is, the reception is where the party comes alive. Photos on the dance floor are some of my favorites. Grab your bridesmaids and dance along with them to get more of your favorite photos!
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As for the shot list? Here are some of my go to groupings I do for my couples::
Groom and Groomsmen
Groom and Groomsmen and Ushers
Groom and Ring bearer
Groom and Groomsmen separately
Bride and bridesmaids
Bride and personal attendant
Bride and flower girl
Bride and bridesmaids separately
B&G with flower girl and ring bearer
B&G with wedding party formal and informal