05/28/2026
You didn’t ask, but I’m going to say it anyway.
A first look isn’t really about the timeline. It’s about how you want your wedding day to feel.
Your wedding day goes by incredibly fast. From the moment you start getting ready there are people everywhere, emotions are high and before you know it you’re walking down the aisle.
From my perspective a first look gives you a chance to pause all of that for a few minutes.
It’s one of the only moments you’ll have all day where it’s just the two of you. No guests watching. No pressure. No expectations. Just a quiet moment to take a deep breath, see your person and remind yourselves what this day is really about.
For so many couples, the nerves melt away the second they see each other. The anxiety gets replaced with excitement and the rest of the day feels a little lighter. A little more present. A little (way) more fun.
One thing most people don’t realize is that seeing each other beforehand doesn’t make the ceremony any less emotional. In fact, it’s actually the opposite. Once the nerves are gone you’re able to fully soak in the ceremony and the emotions behind it instead of focusing on the anticipation and nerves.
A first look also changes the energy of the entire day. Instead of feeling like you’re constantly trying to find each other between events you get to experience the day together from the very beginning.
At the end of the day, there’s no right or wrong choice. But if you’re deciding whether a first look is right for you, don’t just think about the photos or the schedule. Not everything has to be about logistics!
Think about whether you’d love a quiet moment together before one of the biggest moments of your lives. A moment where you can truly feel excited!
What are your thoughts on doing a first look!?
