The bridal suite is important, but sometimes it’s an overlooked part of the wedding planning process. That’s because a lot of the photography magic occurs in the bridal suite before the event. But if you want your photos to be as spellbinding as they can be and to pack a big punch, you need to make sure your bridal suite is on-point. Here are the best tips for securing the perfect bridal suite:
Choose a suite with lots of windows
What makes up the best pictures? The best light, of course. When you choose your bridal suite it’s essential to prioritize light to get the best photo results and this means ensuring the suite has lots of windows facing in different directions to ensure the best light any time of day.
In addition to providing ideal conditions for photos, a suite with a lot of light allows brides and their guests to sit in the sunshine, taking in Vitamin D. Sunshine, in the supplement sense, is thought to be directly connected with feelings of positivity. If nothing else, your makeup artist and hairstylist will be grateful for the natural light in the room, and your photos will be stunning.
Make sure it’s clean and clutter-free
Whether watching a sporting event on repeat or brandishing a beloved board game, the game night can be a great way to pass the time with that special someone. The best game nights have lots of interaction and game night snacks. If you want to play a game that has more people, you can even use online forums like Discord or Zoom to play with others.
Work with light-colored walls
Light-colored walls offer a perfect backdrop for your bridal suite photos. Not only do they make your clutter-free space seem larger and more, well, spacious, they also allow the eyes of the viewer to be drawn to the subject of the photo and not some very berry paint mix from Lowe’s. Light-colored walls tend to go better with bridal aesthetics, diamonds and pearls, white satin, soft filters and the like.
Plan for open spaces
Along the same lines as staging areas to remove clutter, it’s also a good idea to plan on a suite that provides wide-open space for photos to take place. Wide spaces allow for wider shots and a cleaner aesthetic. They also allow for photos with more people and are perfect for panoramic shots. Wide-open spaces are a must when finding your ideal bridal suite.
Consider the iconic dress shot
You’re likely going to want to get a picture of your dress hanging in some part of the suite with good lighting. And why wouldn’t you?! This photo is a quintessential piece of your bridal photography package. Consider how your dress will look in this room, and if there’s an area of the room ideal for hanging it.
Tips and Tricks
The secret to choosing a successful bridal suite is to follow these five steps. By prioritizing things like cleanliness, light and space considerations you can ensure you have the best wedding photos to remember your special day by.
Kristina Maness is a wedding photographer located in Tampa, Florida and beyond.