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Wedding Day
Months before your wedding day, we will work with you to determine what you would like captured and the best timeline to accommodate that.
We are happy to capture any part of your day (getting ready, first look, ceremony, bridal party, family, reception). This is your day, and we are committed to giving you the coverage you need. We will go over the timeline of your day with you so that everyone is on the same page.
We will ensure that the proper time is allowed for each special event that is happening on your wedding day and each special moment is captured.
the experience
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St. Louis Trolley
STL Party Bus
A Perfect Touch Limo
transportation
Millennium Productions
Abell DJ Company
dj/bands
The Sweet Divine
McArthurs Bakery
Simply Sweet Sensations
cakes/desserts
Salt & Smoke Catering
Championship Catering
Russos Catering
catering/bar
Kismet Wedding Rentals
St. Louis Wedding Works
rentals
Lalo Salon
Posh Beauty Co.
MH Bridal
hair/makeup
Legend & Lace
Metrospect Media, LLC
videographers
Roses & Mint
Wildflowers
Bloomin Buckets
florals
Simply Torn Art + Design
Unique Moments
Laurel Lux Designs
paper/invites
Enchanting Weddings & Events
Alyssa Elaine Events
planners
a collection of vendors I've worked with and recommend
vendors
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the first look timeline ⟶
the traditional timeline ⟶
Planning a wedding day timeline is highly encouraged. It keeps your vendors in-line and adds a layer of time-security to your day.
As we approach your wedding day, I will reach out via email to discuss your wedding day timeline to ensure that I understand your priorities.
Whether you're wanting to do a first look or go the traditional route, I've gathered two sample timelines to guide your planning:
timeline
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9am: Hair and makeup begins
12:00pm: Detail photos, finishing touches of getting ready
12:50pm: Bride gets into dress; Groom puts on suit jacket/tie/boutonniere
1:30pm: Photos of Bride and Bridesmaids
1:50pm Photos of Groom + Groomsmen
2:15pm: Photographers take ceremony and reception details
2:30pm: Ceremony
3:30pm Ceremony ends and officiant announces family to stick around for photos
3:30–4:00pm: Family formals
4:15–4:30pm: Few Just Married Portraits
4:30-5:30pm Entire wedding party
5:30–6:00pm: Newlywed photos
6:15pm: Bride and Groom introduced to reception
6:30pm: Welcome speech
6:40pm: Dinner served
6:45pm: Toast(s)
7:00: Cake cutting
7:05pm: First dance
7:15pm: Father/Daughter dance; Mother/Son dance
7:30pm: Open dance floor
7:50pm: Send off
the traditional timeline:
Timeline based on: 8 hr coverage (12pm-8pm) with 1 hr ceremony
9am: Hair and makeup begins
12:00pm Detail photos, finishing touches of getting ready
12:30: Bride gets into dress; Groom puts on suit jacket/tie/boutonniere
1:00pm: First Look with Bride and Groom
1:30–3:30pm: Wedding party portraits
3:45pm: Photographers shoot ceremony/reception details
4:00pm: Ceremony
4:30pm:Ceremony ends and officiant announces family to stick around for photos
5:15–5:45pm: Family formals
5:30–6:00pm: Cocktail Hour
6:30 –7:15: Newlywed photos
7:30: Bride and Groom introduced to reception
7:35: First dance
7:40: Toast(s)
7:45:Dinner served
8:30: Cake cutting
8:35: Father/Daughter dance; Mother/Son dance
7:30pm: Open dance floor
7:50pm: Send off
the first look timeline:
Timeline based on: 8 hr coverage (12pm-8pm) with 30 min ceremony
BUDGET TIME TO DO NOTHING BUT ENJOY YOUR DAY
give your family a time that's 15-minutes early
add 15-minute buffer times at the big events
communicate time details to hair/makeup artists
pick your ceremony time 1st then plan around it
make the most of your timeline by considering these tips
timeline tips
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Bride with Mom
Bride with Dad
Bride and Groom with Bride's Parents
Above group + Bride’s Siblings with Spouses and Kids
Above group + Bride’s Grandparents Set 1
Above group + Bride’s Grandparents Set 2
Bride + Groom + sets of Parents
Groom with Mom
Groom with Dad
Bride and Groom with Groom’s Parents
Above group + Groom’s Siblings with Spouses and Kids
Above group + Groom’s Grandparents Set 1
Above group + Groom’s Grandparents Set 1
sample family photo list:
Family photos are so important, especially on a day when two families become one! Creating a list of must-have family portraits will ensure I'm not missing any photos of important people.
I encourage you to bring a few printed copies to reference and assigning a family member, friend, or bridesmaid to make sure each person is present for portraits.
family photos
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any sentimental items
BOUQUET + BOUTONNIÈRE
vows + letters
invites + programs + menus
jewelry + accessories
rings
veil
his + her shoes
suit/tux with tie + pocket square
dress + dress hanger
wedding details that will be photographed
checklist
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