Your Wedding Day Detail Photo Checklist

May 2, 2022

All the little details are what tell your story! 

I absolutely love capturing the small details that you’ve put so much thought into for your wedding day! Whether it’s your grandmother’s ring, your wedding day perfume, or your handwritten vows, these small details are what tell the story of your day and relationship. When I photograph weddings, I typically will spend the first 30 minutes or so taking photos of your details as you begin to get ready. 

PRO TIP: To make this a smooth process, have all of your detail items gathered in a box or bag so you don’t need to worry about finding these things on the morning of your wedding. This way I can get started with pictures right away and you won’t have to have any added stress. 

Need some help thinking through what items you can start setting aside for these gorgeous photos? Be inspired by the checklists below!

BRIDAL DETAILS CHECKLIST: 

  • Engagement ring
  • Wedding ring
  • Ring box
  • Shoes
  • Bouquet
  • Veil/hairpiece
  • Perfume 
  • Lipstick
  • Earrings
  • Necklace
  • Bracelet
  • Wedding dress on a simple hanger
  • Loose florals or greenery from your day (ask your florist!)
  • Ribbon (your florist may have extra!) 
  • Any sentimental pieces

GROOM’S DETAILS CHECKLIST: 

  • Ring
  • Ring box
  • Watch
  • Cufflinks
  • Tie
  • Tie clip
  • Boutonniere
  • Cologne
  • Shoes
  • Socks
  • Handkerchief/pocket square 
  • Belt/suspenders
  • Any sentimental pieces

COMBINED BRIDE & GROOM CHECKLIST:

  • Rings and boxes
  • Full stationery suite (multiple copies are helpful)
  • Letters to each other
  • Handwritten vows
  • Sentimental items from your relationship
    • Polaroid of proposal 
    • Movie tickets from the first date
    • Etc 
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