Heart Stealer--Ring Bearers Who Can Steal Your Heart (and The Show)

Source: ruffledblog.com via Sarah on Pinterest

 

Ring bearers can steal your heart (and the show) at your wedding. The photo above is one easy way to make your ring bearer stand out without him being miserable in a monkey suit. Your ring bearer doesn't have to wear a mini-tuxedo. Instead try some comfortable pants, suspenders and a cute hat. This ring bearer will steal the heart of all your guests. So think outside the box when you are planning what your ring bearer will wear--it can pay off in great photos and a happy ring bearer.

The Ring Bearer Steals The Show

Photo courtesy of Jeff Kolodny Photo and Video

 

You know how they say 'never work with children or dogs'? This photo is why. The ring bearer steals the show with this shot of a oh so cool ring bearer and the rest of the groomsmen in the background. I bet this kid had to be dragged kickin' and screamin' into wanting to be in this wedding--seems he's changed his tune! Visit Jeff Kolodny Photo and Video for more ideas for great pictures or to see if Jeff is available to shoot your wedding or special event.

 

 

 

Dressing Your Flower Girl

Photo courtesy of Every Last Detail, Insight for Brides

 

Yellow, navy and white. A perfect combination for a summer wedding. I love the photo of this flower girl. She's not a mini-bride, instead she is just a little girl in a pretty dress not trying to look like she's twenty-five instead of eight. Keep in mind when you're choosing a flower girl's dress that she isn't meant to be a mini-bride. Keep her dress (and her shoes) age appropriate.

 

 

Changing Gender Roles In Weddings

Flickr member PortraitsofGrace

 

Want a differnt take on a 'flower girl?' How about a cute guy tossing petals as he walks down the aisle?

 

From Gwyneth Colleen Photgraphy shown on Offbeat Bride

 

So in the effort of proving that more than one person has done this (and you won't be the only one) see the photo above of yet another 'flower guy' strewing petals as he goes down the aisle. He sure looks like he's having fun!

 

From Gwyneth Colleen Photgraphy shown on Offbeat Bride

 

Indiana University of Pennsylvania sociology professor, Robert Heasley who is also the president of the American Men's Studies’ Association notes that weddings are one of the last institutions strictly holding onto sex roles. He is quoted as saying:       

“We continue to have the marriage ceremony, but we’re slowly changing it to represent the greater balance of the genders,” he said. “It’s a significant shift to have the male be the flower girl because it introduces a male who represents gentility, flowers and femininity. It’s just another step toward the dismantling of the patriarchal formation of the marriage.”

So if you're willing to be a little bit out there and have a guy friend who doesn't take himself too seriously, this is a great way to make sure people talk about your wedding for years to come.

 

 

Have A Bad Wedding Photo? Try This!

OK, when I first saw this I thought it was a joke...but no more!  Check out the before and after photos of this wedding below:
                                                                      BEFORE:

                                                                        AFTER

I love seeing the dramatic difference Brett of  FIXsuckyPIX can make in a photo!  Brett is a high-end fashion photo retoucher who can turn your uncle's less than stellar photos into awesome photos that make it look like an expensive professional photographer shot your photos.  Brett's philosophy is "life can really suck sometimes but your photography doesn't have to."  Even if your uncle is using an inexpensive point and shoot camera, Brett can make your photos incredible!  Sounds like a great business to be in...making people happy!  Now if he can take the ten pounds off .... Brett says he's not in the make people look better biz but he can do it--hmmm...but here's what FIXsuckyPIX can do for you:

• We couldn’t afford a wedding photographer, but our friends got some great snapshots. Can you make them look more professional? (post processing!)
• This photo would be cool, if it weren’t for all that distracting crap in the background (magic eraser!)
• Take these two family shots and edit them into one shot where everyone has their eyes open and is smiling. (photo merge!)
• This photo of us exchanging our vows would be awesome if the officiant didn’t look stupid, but she looks great in this other photo. (head-swap!)
• Crazy shit like, “edit out my crazy drunk uncle and make my dress red” or “can you put my head on my dog’s body?” (crazy!)
• A souped up profile pic or user icon (avatar!)

What else can Brett do? He can delete out the 'photobombers' in your photos.  See below:

Photo from: Funniest Wedding Photo Bombs

If that guy isn't scary I don't know who is! But you sure don't want that mug in your shot with your husband! So have Brett take care of the problem!  Magic! The prices aren't bad either.  Head to his web page for more info.

Venues Provide Great Backgrounds

Photo from Southern Living Magazine

I'm not sure which I love more, the photo of all the groomsmen gathering on the 2nd floor balcony or the gorgeous Victorian home where the photo was taken! Sometimes the venue provides the best background!

Next Wave Studios Work Wows Brides

Next Wave Studios offers brides beautiful photos either indoors or out and gives you some shots that are unexpected as well.  Take the time to visit their website at http://www.nextwavestudios.com/. 

All photos courtesy of: http://www.nextwavestudios.com/

Tuscan Table Setting in Pinks and Browns

Photography Courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens Website

This long narrow table is typical of a wedding reception in Tuscany.  Tables are set on long narrow tables and arranged in a U-shape in the wedding color combination -- chocolate brown (in the linen runner), pink (in the peony arrangements), and chartreuse (in the menus tucked into the folds of the napkins).

Sunflower Studios Offers Unique Photography for Your Wedding

All Photograpy courtesy of: http://www.sunflowerstudios.com/

Sunflower Studios offers you beautiful wedding photos that are just a little bit different than the norm.  Take the time to go to their website and see just what their professionals can do for you on your wedding day!

  

Black and White Photos from Sun Photographics

All Photos courtesy of Sun Photographics at http://www.sunphotographics.com/

What's Good for the Goose...

Photo courtesy of: http://herrmannstudio.localplacement.net/

This photo looks like fun!  Link to the website above to see their other work. If you are lucky enough to live in the Amherst, New York area touch base with the studio about them doing your wedding photograhy.

Wearing the Plaid? Consider Some Unique Photos

All Photos courtesy of http://www.davidplakke.com/. 

Want some tongue in cheek fun photos?  Consider working with photographer David Plakke.  These interesting photos are just two of a group of fun photos he took with this bride and groom.  Come prepared with your own ideas for photos that will make your day unique and Plakke will help you execute them and take photos to help you remember your special day in a special way.

 

 

Grab Attention on Your Wedding Day!

Photo and ideas from Martha Stewart Weddings Website

This San Francisco couple have a great flag announcing their newly married state! Jazz up your courthouse wedding with your own personal flag.  Other great accents were added to their casual reception that made it a very special day indeed. 

 

 

 

 

 

Two Rings Studios -- Photographers Asheville, North Carolina

Photography courtesy of Two Rings Studios

Two Rings Studios does some beautiful wedding work!  Head over to their web site and check out the quality and creativity they can bring to the pictures of your wedding day.   Your wedding is not a day to entrust to Uncle Moe.  Trust Two Rings to record the magic of this very important day!

    

BB and Company's Picnic Pics

Planning a pink and black picnic wedding? BB and Company provides some wonderful inspiration shots. Give them a call for spectacular wedding photography. http://www.bbandcompany.com. All photos courtesy of BB and Company.