Bride’s Pointers for the Big Day and Wedding Photos

A photo shoot is often something the wedding party wants to get over with so that everyone can get back to the guests and get the party started! With that being said, the photo shoot is not something you want to go through half heartedly. By investing time and effort in this, you will create lasting memories of your Big Day (and the guests will wait for you – they are not going anywhere!). Remember, when the food is eaten, the guests go home and the party is over – you will want your photos to be a lasting reminder of the time and money spent on your day. To survive your photo shoot, I would suggest you pack yourself a goodie-bag that would carry you through your photo shoot and the rest of your day – you can ask your maid of honour or a bride's maid to keep this bag of miracles close-by.

Tissues and Wet Wipes

A session like this can be quite time-consuming and as a Very Important Person (if not the most), you want to be prepared to get through this and still look like a million dollars! Tissues and wet wipes will come in very handy when it feels like you are melting away – a great tool for damage control! Sephora has matte blotting papers which work well at absorbing sweat and oil gently off of makeup.

Touch-Up Make-Up and Hair

Standing around with a permanent smile while the sun is beating down on you is no joke, but at least you can ensure that you look absolutely beautiful while doing it. Pack some touch-up make-up, especially lipstick and powder to take away any shine left by the weather (or your nerves). The weather (wind), or just going through the motions might have an unpleasant effect on the hair style you spent so much time on – more additions to your goodie bag would be a brush and extra clips, pins or hairspray (if needed).

Props

A colourful sarong that can double up as a prop, or a dark blanket to keep your dress clean while striking a pose, would be wise add-ons. These could be used whenever you need to sit down (or get creative) in an open field, on a beach etc.  Sunny Day? some beautiful parasols can mask the sun.  Rain forecasted?  Change bad news into wet fun with some funky umbrellas.

Food! Glorious Food! (and I am not talking about the song from Oliver!)

Eat BREAKFAST. I don't care if you are nervous, you must eat a full breakfast and take in calories. Eat bland foods if you must. There is a good chance that you will not get another meal until an hour or so after your reception starts. Pack some light snacks to have in between events, like nuts, a banana and a bottle of water or Sprite. (Cheese curls and Fanta Grape would be a bad choice!) With this life-saver goodie bag by your side, you are now geared for any unforeseen events. Take a deep breath, bum in, bosom out and smile!