wedding day details checklist: what to have ready for your photographer
Your wedding day details are some of the very first images captured on your wedding day. These photos help tell the full story of your day and beautifully tie your gallery together.
At Alana Mae Photography, we always recommend setting aside all of your important details before your photographer arrives so everything can be photographed quickly and smoothly.
Why Wedding Detail Photos Matter
Detail photos capture all the little things you spent months planning:
Invitations
Jewelry
Florals
Shoes
Vows
Rings
Perfume
Special heirlooms
These images help document the full feeling and aesthetic of your wedding day.
Bridal Details to Have Ready
We recommend placing all bridal details in one box or bag ahead of time.
Important Bridal Details
Wedding dress
Veil
Shoes
Jewelry
Engagement ring + wedding bands
Perfume
Invitation suite
Bouquet
Vow books
Hair pieces
Something borrowed, old, new, and blue
Any sentimental heirlooms
Don’t Forget the Groom’s Details
Groom details matter too!
Groom Details
Suit or tux
Shoes
Watch
Cologne
Tie or bow tie
Cufflinks
Boutonniere
Vows
Wedding band
Flat Lay Details
Flat lay photos are those styled overhead detail images you often see in wedding galleries and magazines.
Items that photograph beautifully in flat lays:
Invitations
Ring boxes
Ribbon
Loose florals
Wax seals
Jewelry
Perfume bottles
Vow books
Ask your florist to provide a few extra loose flowers for styling if possible.
Keep Your Getting Ready Space Clean
A clean getting-ready space makes a huge difference in photos.
Before your photographer arrives:
Remove bags and clutter
Keep food/drinks tucked away
Hang dresses neatly
Open blinds/windows for natural light if possible
Simple, clean spaces always photograph best.
Have All Details Together Before the Photographer Arrives
One of the best ways to help your wedding morning feel stress-free is having all details collected beforehand.
This saves time and allows your photographer to start documenting your day immediately instead of searching for missing items.
Final Wedding Detail Tips
Steam the dress ahead of time
Bring extra invitation copies
Keep rings with your planner or best man
Have florals delivered early if possible
Include sentimental items that mean something to you
The little details may seem small now, but they become some of the most meaningful reminders of your wedding day years later.
Looking for a Wedding Photographer in Southwest Louisiana?
At Alana Mae Photography, we specialize in capturing both the big moments and the tiny details that make your wedding day uniquely yours.
Serving couples throughout Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana with timeless, emotional wedding photography.
