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Top 7 Photos You Need To Take To Honor Your Bridesmaids

 

There are plenty of photos you have probably considered taking on your wedding day. From getting ready, to the ceremony, to the pictures with your family and of course, with the groom. But what about the ladies who are helping you throughout the entire wedding planning process? You know you’ll have some time to take group shots of the entire bridal party later, but you should make time to take additional photos just with your bridesmaids on your day. That’s why we recommend the Top 7 Photos You Need To Take To Honor Your Bridesmaids as these will go a long way in making your team feel appreciated.

 

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  1. Showcase the Back of the Dress

The back of a wedding dress is hidden with beautiful details you’ll want to capture. You can pose with all of the bridesmaids to show off their dresses as well or have some great close-ups of the bridesmaids helping button, zipper or lace up the back of your dress.

 

  1. First Look with The Bridesmaids

You have heard about the first look for the bride and groom but what about when the bridal party sees the bride for the first time? The bride’s first reveal to her bridal party can result in some emotional and memorable photo opportunities.

 

 

  1. Having Fun

As you are getting ready everyone’s nerves are a little on edge because everyone wants to look their best. There will be moments when you just need to let loose to relax a little and having a little dance party, jumping on the bed or just being silly are moments that can make for great photo opportunities.

 

  1. Matching Robes or Shirts

Most brides will have “getting ready attire” for their bridesmaids and you’ll want to capture everyone in their cute and thoughtful pre-wedding wear.

 

  1. Bouquets and Bridesmaids Dresses

Bouquets won’t last a lifetime but the pictures you have of them will. The bridesmaids and bride bouquet shot is one that you will want to have as a keepsake. There are many ways you can showcase the bouquets as well as the bridesmaid’s dresses. From lining everyone up and holding their bouquets out to the camera or hiding their faces to forming a circle around the bride; this is another shot that you could get creative with.

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  1. The Shoe Shot

You can’t forget about the shoes and what about those pedicures? You’ll want to get a group shot that showcases everyone’s shoes, and perhaps nicely made-up toes.

 

  1. Celebrating Shot

You’re getting married! There is bound to be a bottle or two of champagne being opened in the bride’s honor. Take a minute to pause as you toast away your single life with your bridesmaids for a picture-perfect shot.

 

Conclusion…

Be sure to highlight the women in your life that not only help get you to this big day but to celebrate them for getting you THROUGH the big day. Take time to honor them as a group and get those extra special photos taken with them without the hustle and bustle of having the groomsmen or wedding guests around and really make it a big deal for them.

 

If you’re looking for wedding photographers for your big day, please feel free to reach out to us for a free quote.

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About the Author:

Owner of Three16 Photography, Jerrick O'Connor, with his wife Josie on their wedding. Jerrick O’Connor is the owner of Three16 Photography and has 15 years of experience in the world of photography. He specializes in Weddings, Engagements, Family and Corporate photography and loves connecting small business owners with other small business owners in hopes they can benefit each other’s production. When he’s not working, you can find him spending time with his wife Josie, playing board games or just spending time with his many friends.

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