Wedding Photos: Must-Take Shot List After The Wedding Ceremony

Whether you’re hiring a professional or a newbie to handle your photos, it’s always advisable to have your own ready-made checklist of the important times you wouldn’t wanna miss looking at later on while you’re currently busy tying the knot with your partner. Significant frame-worthy moments such as the dressing up for the affair, the limo’s arrival to the nuptial location, your groom’s expression while waiting at the end of the altar, the momentous exchange of vows, the first kiss, and afterwards, all the activities and happenings in the reception like the cake cutting, the dance and everything in between – capturing them all on cam is what defines a successful wedding from an unsuccessful one.

Start the ball rolling by getting your photographer’s ammo ready with a “must-take” shot list. Here is a quick guideline.

The Venue and Details.

• The banquet hall from afar and up close, outside and inside.
• The wedding caterer menu, the centerpieces, name cards, place settings and flower decors.
• The food, the signature or specialty drinks, the buffet.
• The cake.
• The favors and guestbook signatures.

Group and People Shots. This may be done right after the ceremony, during the cocktail hour or during the party itself.

• Portraits of the man and woman of the hour. Smiling, hugging, kissing.
• Her with parents, him with his and vice versa.
• Her with bridesmaid, him with groomsmen and vice versa.
• Them with the whole entourage, family, colleagues.
• The musicians and the band prepping and playing. DJs in the background if there are any.
• The wedding catering staff at the food center and while at work.
• Attendees partying.
• Children having fun and laughing.

 The Reception.

• The pool of guests coming in.
• The new husband and wife arriving.
• The dance. Them together. Her with dad, him with mom.
• Tossing of bouquet and garter or guarder belt.
• The cutting of the cake. Them feeding each other.
• Them eating. Or whispering and having their own little world.
• The toast. The person making it while the pair is listening.
• Per table. Guests per table with the couple.
• The party and the people. All the dancing and the performing.
• Them distributing souvenirs.
• Them leaving on their way to the honeymoon. Husband holding wife’s hand and assisting her in riding the limo.
• Them inside the vehicle – holding hands, or looking into each other’s eyes, all smiles and dreamy looks.
• The back of the car with a banner saying “Just Married”. 

Most Common Wedding Superstitions Around The World

Around the world, there are many beliefs that are attributed to supernatural causation and lack any scientific proof. These beliefs are called superstitions and despite the lack of scientific basis, a lot of people believe in many of these superstitions especially since most of these superstitions have been around for many, many years already.

There are superstitions for almost any event, occasion, and circumstance. One of those things that have many superstitions surrounding it is weddings. Since a wedding is a very important day in a person’s life, there are many superstitions on how to make it as auspicious as possible. There are superstitions when it comes to the flowers, the dresses, the wedding dates, the catering, the ceremony, and other wedding details. Some suppliers such as the wedding caterer or the coordinator may ask whether you want any of these superstitions to be observed.

Various cultures around the world have their own superstitions and it is up to you whether you want to observe or follow any of them. Below are some of the most common wedding superstitions.

·         It is bad luck for the groom to see the bride in her wedding dress before the wedding ceremony. This superstition originated from the time when arranged marriages are the norm and fathers of the bride fear that the groom might change his mind if he sees the bride before the ceremony. Letting the groom see the bride only during the ceremony ensures that the wedding takes place. Although there are still couples nowadays who like to observe this superstition, it is mainly to make the moment more exciting and memorable.

·         Rain on your wedding day is good luck. There are many variations on superstitions regarding rain on the wedding day. While some people believe that rain on the wedding day is bad luck, prosperity and blessings are often associated with rain which is why it is also often thought to be good luck for weddings.

·         It is bad luck for the bride to try on her wedding dress before the wedding day. Brides are often advised to wear or try on their wedding dress only on the wedding day itself because it is said to be bad luck to do so beforehand. Nowadays, more brides choose not to follow this superstition simply because they want their wedding dress to fit perfectly which can only happen if they try on the dress.

·         It is good luck for the groom to carry the bride over the threshold of their new home. In ancient times, the practice of the groom carrying the bride over the threshold is to prevent any misstep or mishap because thresholds of homes are said to be a common place where spirits lurk. Nowadays, newlywed couples do this practice simply as a romantic way to enter their home for the first time as husband and wife.

Edible Wedding Favors: How to design a luscious wedding cupcake favor

Choosinga cupcake as a wedding favor is something that every one of your guests can take pleasure on – it’s a sweet treat, it’s trendy and it’s fun to look at! Whether you’d hire your catering guys to bake these edible favors for you or opt to create custom ones yourself, here are seven (7) quick tips on how to design a luscious and memorable wedding cupcake favor.

1.       Consult your wedding caterer for the type of cupcake that’s a best fit for your wedding. Would vanilla-flavored favor go well with the rest of the menu or a chocolate one?

2.       Put in a tasty filling on it. Have fun with the flavor and fill it with whipped toppings, chocolate mousse or strawberry jam. Make sure that the overall taste matches the wedding cake.

3.       Cover it with delicious coatings. Decorate with icing or candy melts. Bring out your creativity – shower sprinkles atop, cream it with cheese frosting or crown with fondant hearts that bear your first initials.

4.       Get design ideas from the web. Check out Martha Stewart’s website or head over to Pinterest and start the search galore for wedding cupcake favor ideas. Google it!

5.       Inject your personalities when you customize. Add a personal touch by telling something a lil about you and your significant other – e.g. cupcake colors based on the wedding theme or shapes on the coating based on what both of you loved. If you met at a romantic coffee shop, insert a coffee flavor on the cupcake to remind that special day.

6.       Include a little twist. Make yours stand out by turning it into a Fortune Cupcake! Insert a fortune saying on the wrapper. This can signify the mysteries and adventures marriage has in store for you. Share this significance with your friends and loved ones who attended the occasion.

7.       Package your cupcake. Use a personalized gift box with varying designs of the top and bottom parts of the box. Top it off with a ribbon and tag.