1. One of the best ways to look good in your wedding photos is to hire a professional photographer. This is one of the most important days of your life and it’s not worth gambling with your wedding memories by hiring an inexperienced photographer.
2. This may sound obvious, but get your hair and make-up done. Ask for a trial beforehand to make sure you’re happy with how it looks. And, if you can stretch to it, get your bridesmaids’ hair and make-up done, so that they look fabulous in your photos, too!
3. Buy a dress that looks great on the body you have, not the body you’d like to have. Whether you are slim or full-figured, there is a dress out there that’s flattering for you. Have fun with accessories: a little bit of bling or a nice furry jacket can look great in photographs. This is your chance to look like a movie star, so, for example, you could add a bit of glamour by switching your veil for a birdcage hat in the evening.
4. Smile! Again, it may seem obvious, but don’t worry about details on the day. Just enjoy it, even if not everything goes to plan.
5. However, you should practice perfecting your smile beforehand! It’s not always about toothy grins at the lens. Try a variety of expressions when you’re being photographed. Sometimes a serious look is better. If you’re worried about looking sullen, then soften the look by breathing through your mouth.
6. Stand up straight. Slouching is seldom attractive and good posture will help you look taller and more slender.
7. If you don’t have toned arms, then avoid standing with your arms crushed to your body. Lifting them away – for example, by holding your bouquet – will make your arms appear slimmer.
8. Book a pre-wedding shoot with your photographer. Most people have never been professionally photographed before their big day, so it’s a good idea to experience it beforehand. It’s a good chance to get to know your photographer and how she works and it’s also going help you relax on your big day, when it really counts.
9. Leave enough time for your photographs, so that you don’t end up rushing them. I generally ask couples to put aside 45 minutes to an hour for their couple photos. Alternatively, you can have smaller photo sessions with your photographer throughout the day, for example, half an hour after the ceremony and fifteen minutes between the main course and dessert.
10. Listen to your wedding photographer. He or she can see the image they are creating and will know, from experience, how to pose you so you look your best!
See examples of Julia’s award-winning wedding photography (and lots of great big-day posing!) atwww.juliaboggiostudios.com.
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