{"id":15623,"date":"2021-07-15T09:00:30","date_gmt":"2021-07-15T15:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?p=15623"},"modified":"2021-07-19T10:12:08","modified_gmt":"2021-07-19T16:12:08","slug":"pros-of-doing-a-first-look","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/pros-of-doing-a-first-look\/","title":{"rendered":"The Pros of Doing a First Look for Your Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>First Look sessions are quickly becoming a mainstay in wedding photos and ceremony planning\u2014and for excellent reason! There are plenty of practical and emotional reasons to plan a one-on-one moment with your sweetheart before your ceremony, from the timing of your couple\u2019s portraits to the (inimitable) magic of meeting your betrothed for the last time before you tie the knot. Scroll on for the full rundown on planning a wedding First Look; it may just turn out to be your perfect \u201csomething new\u201d to elevate your best day ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-first-things-first-what-is-a-wedding-first-look\"><strong>First Things First: What is a Wedding First Look?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/CainDeitz-Wedding-099-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"LGBTQ Brides Surprising Each Other During First Look While Wearing Maggie Sottero Wedding Dresses\" data-id=\"42213\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/pride-wedding-ideas\/caindeitz-wedding-099\/\" class=\"wp-image-42213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/CainDeitz-Wedding-099-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/CainDeitz-Wedding-099-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/CainDeitz-Wedding-099-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/CainDeitz-Wedding-099-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/CainDeitz-Wedding-099-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/CainDeitz-Wedding-099-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/theredmstudio\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Red M Studio<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A First Look is when a couple decides to meet before the ceremony, all dressed up and ready for a gorgeous photo op. It\u2019s meant to be a sweet and picturesque moment\u2014a perfect opportunity for couples to calm their nerves, enjoy some privacy, and express a few pre-vow sentiments to each other. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you execute this moment (or not\u2014totally up to you), we\u2019ve compiled all our tips, details, and benefits of whether to have a First Look or not below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-do-a-wedding-first-look\"><strong>How to Do a Wedding First Look<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Set a time with your sweetheart and wedding photographer to meet at a designated spot. The ideal window is about 1-2 hours before your ceremony.<\/li><li>Consider prepping a letter or small gift to bring to your sweetheart.<\/li><li>Choose a quiet patio, breezy meadow, or private corner of your venue to meet. If your First Look is happening during the day, consider your lighting conditions for photos. (Bright daylight may be a tad unflattering, so look for shade.)<\/li><li>Arrange for one partner to be facing away as the other enters the space (this creates the \u201cshoulder tap\u201d effect), or have both partners positioned around a corner to meet at the same time.<\/li><li>Ask your photographer to give the signal to start your big reveal.<\/li><li>As you meet with your sweetheart, take it all in! Enjoy the time to kiss, laugh, and show off your head-to-toe bridal look. Your photographer will snap a few candid (heartfelt!) shots, then likely coordinate for your posed couple\u2019s session before the ceremony.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-of-a-first-look-it-s-super-intimate-and-romantic\"><strong>Pros of a First Look: It\u2019s Super Intimate and Romantic<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"980\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2200-700x980.jpg\" alt=\"Groom During First Look with Bride Wearing Modest Sleeved Wedding Dress in the Snow\" data-id=\"40038\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2200.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/winter-wedding\/_r3a2200\/\" class=\"wp-image-40038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2200-700x980.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2200-250x350.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2200-768x1075.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2200-120x168.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2200.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jessaephotographs.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Jessa E Photographs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing to know about your big day, it\u2019s that you and your sweetheart probably won\u2019t get a single second of it to yourselves. (A little ironic for your celebration of love, isn\u2019t it?) To help carve out a one-on-one moment in the agenda (AKA, before all those chatty uncles and long-lost cousins arrive), opt for a pre-ceremony meeting with your soon to be betrothed. If you\u2019re the couple who enjoys a little privacy, there\u2019s nothing like it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-first-look-calms-the-nerves\"><strong>A First Look Calms the Nerves<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Anxious about walking down the aisle and saying your vows in front of a crowd? A First Look session helps to cut out most of those unnecessary jitters before the ceremony. A one-on-one meeting will help you feel much more in control of your day, allow you time to savor a private moment, and personalize your nuptials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-wedding-first-look-improves-your-ceremony\"><strong>A Wedding First Look Improves Your Ceremony<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/EFF_9282-700x466.jpg\" alt=\"Black Bride Tapping Groom's Shoulder During First Look\" data-id=\"39202\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/EFF_9282-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-disasters\/eff_9282\/\" class=\"wp-image-39202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/EFF_9282-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/EFF_9282-250x166.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/EFF_9282-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/EFF_9282-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/EFF_9282-2048x1363.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/EFF_9282-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Limitless LM Print<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A First Look helps you destress and set a positive tone for your day, making your aisle walk and vows feel way more natural and authentic. Think about it: you\u2019ve already shared a special moment with your sweetheart on your own time, which takes so much pressure off the \u201csecond look\u201d of your ceremony. There\u2019s no rush, no onlookers, no cell phones, and no altar!&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-first-look-photo-op-is-unbeatable\"><strong>The First Look Photo Op is Unbeatable<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As far as successful First Looks go, an expert wedding photographer knows how to arrange all the suspense and emotion to make an unforgettable gallery. They\u2019ll capture the whole thing: your approach, the anticipation, the big reveal, and the inevitable grinning, twirling, and happy-crying to follow. Try to beat all that with a traditional aisle walk!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few photo ideas for a perfect first look and big reveal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Decide if you want one partner to approach the other, or if you want to both approach each at the same time (e.g., around a corner or on either sides of a door).<\/li><li>If it\u2019s your style, make it a surprise! Wear something funny or expected as a sweet prank on your partner and start your happily-ever-after with a smile.<\/li><li>Consider including your parents if it\u2019s important to you. You can line up any variation of brides, grooms, dads, and moms to make the moment extra special.<\/li><li>Have a First Look with your bridesmaids\u2014another perfect photo op!<\/li><li>Plan a \u201cblind\u201d First Look or \u201cFirst Touch\u201d where you or your partner is blindfolded, i.e., you meet without seeing each other. You can also orchestrate a \u201cnon-reveal\u201d by holding hands around a door or corner, or by keeping your backs to each other.<\/li><li>Bring a letter, gift, or song for your beloved. This will make the moment extra personalized and memorable.<\/li><li>Use props or venue features to amp up the surprise and setting. (Think stairs, elevators, balloons, sliding doors, trees, and bridges.)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-your-hair-and-makeup-are-in-tiptop-condition-for-your-first-look\"><strong>Your Hair and Makeup Are in Tiptop Condition for Your First Look<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/meleah-and-zach-235-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and Groom Doing First Look For Their Wedding\" data-id=\"42472\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/meleah-and-zach-235-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/pros-of-doing-a-first-look\/meleah-and-zach-235\/\" class=\"wp-image-42472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/meleah-and-zach-235-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/meleah-and-zach-235-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/meleah-and-zach-235-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/meleah-and-zach-235-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/meleah-and-zach-235-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/meleah-and-zach-235-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/seedling_photography\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Seedling Photography<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ok, you\u2019ll look amazing in all your photos, but you have to admit your enthusiasm to fix your hair and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/our-favorite-wedding-photography-poses\/\">strike a pose<\/a> will wear off as the day goes on. Our solution? Take advantage of a First Look to snap photos of you and yours in all your freshly pressed and dressed-up glory; you\u2019ll be so happy you took your moment before all the chaos sets in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-knock-out-unexpected-shifts-in-your-schedule\"><strong>Knock Out Unexpected Shifts in Your Schedule<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a truth universally acknowledged about a wedding: the likeliness for unanticipated problems and chaos goes up and up as the day continues. If you get your couple\u2019s session done earlier in the day as a First Look, you won\u2019t have to worry about this big checklist item during the hustle and bustle of your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A First Look also gives you flexibility to go straight from ceremony to reception, thus making the cocktail hour way less awkward and way more enjoyable for your guests. Your photographer will get a few quick snaps capturing the emotion of your ceremony and exit, but since you had a First Look beforehand, you won\u2019t be immediately required to leave all your guests to take photos. It\u2019s a great way to relax and mingle, savor that \u201cJust married\u201d feeling, and transition to big family and group shots on your own time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-there-cons-to-a-first-look-wedding-session\"><strong>Are There Cons to a First Look Wedding Session?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0997-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Bride Ashlee Jensen Wearing Maggie Sottero Wedding Dress and Having First Look with Fiance Before Their Wedding\" data-id=\"39369\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0997.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/lace-sheath-wedding-dress\/ashlee-dane-44\/\" class=\"wp-image-39369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0997-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0997-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0997-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0997-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0997-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0997.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/heathernan\/?hl=en\" rel=\"nofollow\">Heather Nan Photography<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deciding to have a First Look or not? Here are a couple of potential drawbacks to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Since a First Look session happens before the ceremony, it requires a little extra time and prep with your photographer. This might be tricky to pull off if you have a tight schedule and lots of items to prep.<\/li><li>If you have a First Look outside, the bright lighting conditions might not be ideal. (Be sure to consult with your photographer; they\u2019ll know how to work the moment!)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-you-might-be-wondering-is-a-first-look-bad-luck\"><strong>You Might be Wondering: <\/strong>I<strong>s a First Look Bad Luck?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We totally understand if you\u2019re a traditionalist, but this might be the ideal moment to mix things up and empower yourself on your big day! The old-fashioned superstition of not seeing each other before the ceremony came about when brides were considered \u201cproperty\u201d of their fathers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As marriages were often arranged between people who had never met each other, it was deemed \u201cbad luck\u201d for the groom to see the bride lest he dislike what he saw. Long story short, unless you have a massive dowry and haughty groom looming over your head, there isn\u2019t much reason to keep this tradition alive!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-does-a-wedding-first-look-spoil-the-walk-down-the-aisle\"><strong>Does a Wedding First Look Spoil the Walk Down the Aisle?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2176-700x500.jpg\" alt=\"Groom During First Look with Bride Wearing Modest Sleeved Wedding Dress in the Snow\" data-id=\"40043\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2176.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/winter-wedding\/_r3a2176\/\" class=\"wp-image-40043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2176-700x500.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2176-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2176-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2176-120x86.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/R3A2176.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jessaephotographs.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Jessa E Photographs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We definitely don\u2019t think so! Take away the nerves and anxiety with a First Look, and the approach to your vows will feel totally natural. And considering the major attention that you\u2019re getting from your guests, it\u2019s hard enough to focus on each other during the procession. A First Look session, in contrast, allows the couple to share a secret moment before the swarm of onlookers and flash photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-will-a-first-look-moment-be-underwhelming\"><strong>Will a First Look Moment be Underwhelming?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a look for yourself by browsing our photos of real brides! Couples who opt for a First Look wedding shoot incorporate all kinds of creative, editorial, and, above all, meaningful details. It\u2019s a perfect opportunity to extend the moments of anticipation and reveal, capture an intimate moment with your soon-to-be spouse, and take a deep breath before your ceremony. 10 out of 10!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There you have it: all the reasons we love a wedding First Look on your best day ever! We promise you won\u2019t regret this dreamy, memorable, and one-of-a-kind session. To read more pros, cons, and details about First Looks, visit this photographer&#8217;s take on the popular wedding trend on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stylemepretty.com\/2020\/01\/09\/a-wedding-photographer-shares-the-pros-and-cons-behind-doing-a-first-look\/\">Style Me Pretty<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make the morning of your wedding day even more special, check out our list of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/maggie-sottero-gifts-for-the-groom\/\">The 15 Best Personalized Wedding Gift Ideas for Your Groom<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, as you map out your photo plan, check out our tips for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-photography-styles-to-fit-your-unique-bridal-vision\/\">choosing a wedding photographer<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/tips-on-hiring-a-wedding-videographer\/\">wedding videographer<\/a> to match your vision. Happy planning!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"First Look sessions are quickly becoming a mainstay in wedding photos and ceremony planning\u2014and for excellent reason! 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