To See Each Other
Before or Not?
Having
trouble figuring out whether to see each other before the ceremony or not?
Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. In today’s wedding world, this is a
question that comes up more than one would think. Couples constantly question
what to do and which option is more fitted for them and their wedding. Through
the years it has become a trend for the Bride and Groom to see each other
before their wedding vows. Stepping away from tradition, some couples feel that
there are more benefits to seeing each other before hand rather than waiting
till the ceremony. On the opposite end of that argument, other couples feel
that it is more important to wait and in turn sacrifice a little bit of their
schedule. It is all preference to the individual couple and their wants for
their wedding day. There are many positives and benefits to both sides; it all
boils down to what is most important to you as a couple on your special day.
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| Photography: J'adore la Photographie |
Pro’s of seeing each other before:
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For starters, the pictures! Come one, how great
are those groom’s faces when they first see their beautiful Bride! These are
priceless pictures that will always be admired in your home as that “first
look”. By giving your photographer this option and more time, they can then get
creative with the spot for this special reveal. All in all, this is a great
option for a once in a lifetime picture opportunity where the Bride is caught
literally taking the Groom’s breath away:)
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Another positive about this option is quality
time. By allowing yourself time beforehand to capture these moments, you’re
also allowing private time for each other to take one another in and savor the
moment. A few moments to admire your significant other and get some of those
pre wedding jitters out of the way. In these moments, it allows for more
affection and a breath of fresh air before the beautiful craziness begins.
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One of the most appealing factors for couples
when deciding to see each other before is the time management of it. If you
decide to see one another before, that allows for plenty of time to get
pictures out of the way before the ceremony. That then in turn makes it much
easier for the Bride and Groom to get to the reception as quick as possible and
not spend time taking pictures afterward. For couples that want to hurry and
get to their reception, this is a great option for you because most pictures
have already knocked out beforehand.
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| Photography: Kansas Pitts |
Pro’s of seeing each other at the ceremony:
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The dramatic entrance! This is a moment that we
as children have always dreamed about. You’re behind the doors of the church
with your dad right before he’s about to give you away. You join arms and tell
him you’re ready. They open the doors and you lock eyes with your future
husband for the first time. I mean come on, who doesn’t get chills from that?
For a couple that puts tradition high on their preference list, this is a must.
It’s a moment in which you will never forget or be able to recreate.
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The emotional aspect of it. Walking down the
aisle and seeing each other for the first time can be both emotional and
intense between the couple. By allowing that wait for one another, it automatically dramatizes
those feelings and emotions. The photographer is allowed to then catch those in
the moment feelings. Once again, tradition, tradition, tradition!
All in all, both options have their pro’s and con’s! It all
comes down to what is the most important to you on your day.
If you care more about hurrying to the reception and not missing a beat of the
party, then option 1 is for you! If tradition and “the dream” is one of
your biggest priorities, then option 2 is for you! Whenever you see each other
for the first time, whichever option you choose, it will be special and a
moment that both of you will cherish for the rest of your lives!
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