Yes, absolutely. Do I recommend it? No.
Firstly, most of you have spent a small fortune (not to mention many dressing room hours) on your perfect gown. Wear it more than one time. Show it off. Print huge photos to display at your reception.
Secondly, the majority of weddings do not go as planned, so if your make-up artist gets stuck in traffic and can barley paint your face before your vows, you may have very little or no time to pose in that gorgeous arch way as visioned from day one of being engaged.
Also think of bridals as a trial run. Make sure the hair style, make-up, shoes and dress all go together exactly as you expect before the big day.
Most importantly, the less stress on your wedding day, the better.
So, let's get to the list:
Five Things to Bring to your Bridals
1. Your wedding photographer.
Yes, the person who is shooting your wedding. This is the only way to get the same style of photography on both days. Even though your Aunt Sue has an awesome camera and took some photography classes in high school, if she is not shooting your wedding, her style and ideas will be completely different from your hired photographer's.
2. A best friend
There are a couple of reasons for this one: Having someone there to bring out your true personality and having an extra shoulder to hold and drag important stuff around (See 3 & 4).
3. Comfy shoes
Yes, you like the look of that field in the middle of nowhere ... yes, it's muddy and your heels sink into the ground as you make your way to the chair you will be so elegantly sitting on with your beautiful blue shoes kicked in the air.
4. A towel, blanket, piece of fabric that match your gown.
As beautiful as the final product looks, that stone wall you just sat on is Dirt City. Some photographers will bring something along as well. Make sure you discuss who is in charge of what before you get to the location.
5. A bouquet.
Talk to your florist ahead of time about your bridal session date. In my opinion, a bouquet is the icing on the cake as far as Bridals go!
Oh... Let's add one more:
More important than anything else on this list or your mirror, brush, make-up, and bobby-pins... You have to show up to your bridals with patience and time! You have put so much time, energy and money into preparing for these, enjoy the moment while it's there!
Blog Post by Annie of Sleeping Owl Photography
Photography Credits:
All but one of bride gazing out of the window by William of Sleeping Owl Photography
Bride Gazing by Annie of Sleeping Owl Photography
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