10 Must Have Wedding Photos Every Couple Needs!

Your wedding day is filled with once-in-a-lifetime moments, and trust me, you’ll want to relive every single one of them! From the first look (cue the happy tears) to that just-married glow, These are the 10 must-have wedding photos  that will make your heart melt every time you look back at them!

1. The Details That Set the Tone

Before the day even begins, your photographer will capture all the dreamy little details that make your wedding uniquely YOU! Your rings shining in all their glory, Your dress hanging beautifully before you put it on, vows, invitations, and sentimental accessories, your bouquet, perfume, and something old, new, borrowed, & blue.

It’s the little things that bring back ALL the wedding morning feels!

2. The Getting Ready Moments

Getting ready is such a special part  of your day! Whether you're popping champagne with your bridesmaids, sharing a sweet moment with your mom, or having a quiet moment of reflection, these photos capture all the excitement leading up to I do!

📸 Must-haves:Your bridesmaids hyping you up (because they’re your besties and biggest fans!) Final touches—zipping the dress, putting on earrings, slipping on your shoes! The moment your parents see you all dressed up!

3. The First Look (or That Aisle Moment!)

Okay, this one is a total tearjerker.  Whether you’re doing a private first look or waiting for that emotional first moment at the altar, this is one of the most heartfelt  photos of the entire day!

His reaction? PRICELESS. 😍

4. The Walk Down the Aisle

That moment when time stands still, and all eyes are on you? Yeah, you need a photo of that.

Whether you’re walking with your dad, both parents, or solo, this is a once-in-a-lifetime shot!

5. The First Kiss as Newlyweds

THE  moment. The iconic  moment. The one that seals the deal! Your first kiss as a married couple is a must-have shot and trust me this is a photo you’ll frame forever!

6. Just-Married Bliss 🎉

Right after your ceremony, that just-married excitement  is SO real, and the best way to capture it? Those first few moments as husband & wife! Walking back down the aisle, hand in hand, grinning ear to ear The biggest, happiest hugs with your wedding party! That OMG we’re married moment!!

7. The Dreamy Golden Hour Portraits

If you want romantic, magazine-worthy  wedding photos, golden hour is your BFF!  This is the time when the sun sets perfectly, creating that soft, glowy, dreamy  light.

These shots are straight-up MAGIC. Think: Forehead kisses, twirls, and walking hand in hand. A stolen moment away from friends and family. That "we did it!"  kind of love shining through.

8. The Fun Candid Wedding Party Shots 🎉

Your besties are there to hype you up and celebrate your love, so naturally, you need photos that capture the fun! Sassy, chic, and laughter-filled poses with your bridesmaids. The guys looking dapper & effortlessly cool. A full wedding party shot filled with excitement.

9. The First Dance & Reception Magic

Your first dance is so much more  than just a dance. The way your partner holds you, the way you look at each other, the way the world fades away… ugh, so romantic! 

And let’s not forget all the fun  reception moments! Emotional speeches that make you tear up, cake cutting and dance floor craziness (your grandma breaking it down? NEED that pic!)

10. The Grand Exit 🎇

Ending the night with a BANG (literally, if you have fireworks! 🎆). Whether it’s a sparkler send-off, a vintage car getaway, or a bubble gun send off, your grand exit is the perfect way to wrap up your wedding story in photos! Sparklers lighting up the night sky. Running through a tunnel of cheering guests. One last OMG what a day kiss before driving off into forever

Let’s Capture Your Dreamy Wedding Moments! 💕📸

Your wedding day will fly by in the blink of an eye, but these must-have photos will let you relive every beautiful moment forever. If you want a wedding photographer who will capture ALL the love, laughter, and in-between magic, I’d love to be there for you!

📩 Let’s chat and make some wedding magic together! 💍✨