As you're nearing your wedding day, one really important thing to remember is to stay calm and relaxed. I know, it can be a bit hard to do when you're about to get married. Nevertheless, having a timeline of your day is helpful for your photographer and videographer. Not to mention, you will be more relaxed knowing how the day will go. Of course, there will be variations and sometimes even unexpected things, but it's YOUR day, and you have to enjoy it to the absolute fullest!
Here is a general timeline for photos. Each and every wedding is unique, so you tailor it to your preferences, but here are the things to think about. If your wedding is not held all in one location, make time for travel. From a photographer's point of view, estimated times are listed for photos, and not how long something will actually take.
Happy wedding planning!
Details
30 min-1 hour
Bridal gown | Veil | Shoes
Rings | Jewelry
Flowers | Perfume
Invitation & program
Bridesmaids' dresses
Flower girl dresses
Menswear | His Details
Prep
30 minutes - 1 hour
Bride and bridesmaids getting ready
Groom and groomsmen getting ready
Wedding Party Portraits
30 minutes - 1 hour
Some shots may be done after Ceremony
Just bride
Bride with all bridesmaids
Bride with each bridesmaid
Just bridesmaids
Just Groom
Groom with groomsmen
Groom with each groomsman
Just groomsmen
Bride with groomsmen
Groom with bridesmaids
All bridesmaids and groomsmen
Full Wedding Party - formal & informal
First Looks (Optional)
15 minutes
First look with dad
First look bride + groom OR holding hands without looking
Ceremony
~30 minutes
Ceremony events
Ceremony decor
Family Portraits
30 - 45 minutes
Some family portraits may be done before Ceremony
With just parents
With just siblings
With parents + siblings
With extended family
With friends
With pastor/officiant
Bridal Party Portraits
30 - 45 minutes
Full wedding party
Bride + Groom
Reception
About 10-15 minutes for each
Bridal party entrance
Bride + Groom First Dance
Father-Daughter Dance
Mother-Son Dance
Guests Dancing
Informal shots of guests
Dinner Food
Reception Decor
Speeches + Toasts
Cake Cutting
Bride + Groom portraits at sunset *Our Favorite
Garter & Bouquet Toss (Optional)
Bride + Groom Send Off (Optional)
(c)Yevgeniy Podgayskiy
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