Ah, those tear-jerking, joyful, happy tears of the first look. We love those emotionally charged reactions of the groom when they look at their bride in her wedding gown for the first time. Should you have a First look ceremony? Absolutely, yes! Whether it’s an elopement or a micro wedding, this ceremony can be done anywhere in a short period of time. So how should we go about it? Here are 5 ways to approach your first look!
Blindfold
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Playful brides will ask your groom to wait in a special spot with eyes closed. As he waits obediently, you’ll sneak up to steal the first look. Have your partner blindfolded until your positioned to where you want to be. Either have him take off the blindfold himself or give him a smooch first and then help him take off the blindfold.
Funny Start
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Who said the first look has to be emotional? It can be fun as well. We love how this bride chooses to be spot-on with her groom and have some fun along with the emotional journey. This will let you forget the shyness and break the tension as some may experience their wedding nervousness.
Back-To-Back
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Traditionally, the groom’s first look at the bride is as she takes her first step down the aisle. Many couples are choosing to ditch this tradition in favor of a more intimate, and photogenic, moment. Emotion is key for these happiest of wedding photos! Make sure you are both prepared with passionate words to utter before the big reveal.
Tap On the Shoulder
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Seeing your soon-to-be spouse one or two hours before the wedding ceremony is super romantic. Have your partner face away from you. Walk up behind him and place your hand on his shoulder, gently tapping them. They’ll turn around voila!
Holding Hands
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Holding hands before the first look moment is a longstanding tradition that has been modernized beyond the classic partition. An important addition to the wedding photo album, this moment bridges the gap between the past and the future. Play with a few location ideas before coming to a decision. Hold hands through a door, around a tree, or through a tornado of balloons.
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