an intimate pause before the celebration
First looks are a wonderful option if you’d like some quiet, intentional time together before the ceremony; a chance to slow down, connect, and really take each other in. Choosing a first look also creates more flexibility in your timeline, allowing for additional portraits and bridal party photos before the ceremony. Many couples even choose to complete all of their formal photos after the first look, rather than fitting them in afterward.
If seeing each other before the ceremony doesn’t work for you, there are other meaningful ways to share a special moment beforehand. Some alternatives include:
- Writing and reading letters privately
- Reading letters to each other back-to-back, without seeing one another
- Saying a prayer around a corner or doorway
- Exchanging a gift
- Or creating a moment that feels uniquely yours
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