So it’s time to plan your wedding day timeline. So many things to think about!
Firstly – for the photos, it’s very important to consider sunset time! Especially during the winter months when sunset is earlier – make sure to set the ceremony time at least 2,5 hours before sunset.
The same won’t necessarily apply for summer weddings. Many venues have a closing down time at 00:00 and you have to pay extra to continue the party. Some venues don’t even have an extra time option, so only starting the reception at 20:00 just won’t work. After all – the reception is the best part where all the nerves have settled down for the two of you, and you can relax.
It’s always a good idea to give a little more time for preparing for the ceremony. The last thing you want is to feel rushed and anxious on your wedding day.
Prepare yourself for a possible glitch and don’t freak out when something goes wrong! This is all part of your wedding story and may just make for a more epic tale to tell one day.
This is just a basic timeline with two photographers:
11:00
Bridal hair starts
Photographer – venue & decor shots
11:30
Photographer arrives at bride
12:30
Bridal make-up
14:00
Bridesmaids get dressed followed by bride getting dressed
The second photographer arrives at groom
Groom starts getting ready
15:00
Bridal and bridesmaids portraits
Groom and groomsmen portraits
15:30
Groom arrives at church to welcome guests
16:00
Ceremony
17:00
Family portraits followed by bridal party photos along with the bridal party
The second photographer takes photos of guests and canapés
17:30
Bridal couple session
The second photographer can come along to get other angles or stay with guests – your choice
18:30
Bridal couple enters the reception
Welcome and speeches
19:30
Dinner is served
20:30
First dance
21:00
Garter and bouquet toss
21:30
Photographer service ends
It’s been a long day and an early start for us, and we need to get back home safely.