There are plenty of photos you have probably considered taking on your wedding day. From getting ready, the ceremony to pictures with your family and of course with the groom but what about the ladies that are helping you and have helped throughout the entire wedding planning process? Whether they’re your sisters, best friends, or college roommates, your bridesmaids have your back at all times and have been there every step of the way, both during wedding planning and your friendship. It’s only fitting to capture the moments with them by your side while you embark on the next chapter.
While you know you’ll have some time to take group shots of the entire bridal party you’ll want to make sure you have these photos with your bridesmaids as you get ready on your big day. Friendships need to be celebrated and I promise these are some images you’ll want to capture.
And as I always say, you don’t have to plan for every single image but instead, choose one or two that truly resonate with you. 😉
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. Fun moments with your flowers in the air celebrating are great too!
2. 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 bridesmaids can result in some emotional and memorable photo opportunities. Tears, laughter, big hugs, trust me, you’re going to want images of this reveal!
3. 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.
4. 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. And if you don’t, no worries! As long as you’re all together enjoying your time it doesn’t matter if you have matching clothes because you’ll have matching smiles!
5. 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. 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 can get creative with. Whatever you and your bride squad is feeling like that day is what will photograph best!
6. 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. Whether that’s matching flipflops, fuzzy slippers while getting ready or kicking up your heeled boots, let’s capture this fun footwear.
7. 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 fun-filled, enthusiastic image!
