The wedding detail shots are one of my favoriteeee parts of every wedding gallery I deliver!! I usually take the detail pictures at the beginning of the day while you’re getting ready. If you’re wondering what should be included in detail photos?? or how the heck do I pack for detail shots?? I’ve got all the info here for ya!
Keep reading to get a wedding details checklist!! You can use it as a starting point to make your own.
It’s sooo fun to document the small things that make your day unique and personal to you. From every blossom in your bouquet, to the lipstick color that compliments your eyes perfectly, the details of your wedding day all help tell your special love story!!
About a month before your wedding, make a wedding details checklist of everything you think should be included in your wedding detail pics. The week before your wedding, put everything in a shoebox or small container!
Most of the details should fit in a small box, but if there’s anything that doesn’t (your veil, shoes, bouquet, etc.) just make sure it’s in close proximity to the rest of the stuff. It’s super helpful to give your wedding details checklist to your wedding planner or maid of honor, along with that box! Then they can hand everything off to me when I arrive at the getting ready location. The less you have to think about on the day of your wedding, the better, am I right??
BONUS TIP: Your rings are alwaysss gonna be in your wedding detail shots. Make sure your maid of honor knows to get your rings back to the best man before the ceremony!
Remember not all of this is necessary - your wedding detail shots should feel like YOU. This wedding details checklist is just a starting point if you want some inspiration on what you can include.
I love how the Osborns wanted to include this book in their wedding detail pics. This was a nod to their classic, sophisticated, & elegant wedding aesthetic! It also helped tell part of their unique love story - I’m always down for any chance to make your wedding personal + intentional.
The intentionality behind their details is also just gorgeous - the pearls on Madalyn’s shoes AND in her jewelry are *chefs kiss*
I bring these just to add a little spice to the photos! Every wedding day I bring a small box with some ribbon, stamps, ring boxes, and a couple ring dishes. I use these if I think your detail shots could benefit from some extra textures and layers.
The pics throughout this blog are from the Osborn wedding, which was BEAUTIFUL! These two are just the sweetest and their wedding was super unique. Congrats to Madalyn and Anthony Osborn!! Enjoy more pics from their wedding here:
Cake: Madalyn made their cake!
Venue: Lidia’s
Caterer: Lidia's KC Restaurant
Hair + Makeup: Myra Ramirez at Lumiere Aesthetics Center
Dress: Stephanie's Bridal Shop
Rings: Especially Jewelry