Four Perfect First Look Ideas

Looking for a fun, fabulous first look idea?

Many fun fabulous first look ideas can be found on Pinterest, but these are my favorites! From the common “stand here and tap him on the shoulder” to more creative ideas, I’ve brainstormed a short list to help spark your own ideas!

Common First Look

The most common system used for a first look is for the groom to stand in a private area with their back turned, and the bride will approach quietly and surprise them.  They will either say their name or tap them on the shoulder, as the groom’s cue to turn around. I’ll instruct the groom before hand to turn toward the photographer so they can capture those first look reactions! If you want to put a small twist on this, walk up behind your partner and wrap your arms around them for a moment before you ask them to turn around. My favorite thing about this setup is it doesn’t require special preparation and can be accomplished just about anywhere.

Use Blindfolds

If you or your fiance is a tactile person, consider using a blindfold. This allows you (or them) to have the ability to touch your face before you remove the blindfold. For an even more intimate moment, have both of you blindfolded and remove them at the same time. Spend a few moments before removing your blindfold just soaking in your partner. Touch, smell, kiss them all before you actually get to see them.

Keep it hidden

Maybe you want those special first look moments but you don’t want to see each other before your ceremony. My favorite way to do this is hold hands from opposite sides of a doorway. You can also pass letters through a window where you won’t see each other. Some couples choose to have the flower girl deliver a special note to their partner before the ceremony.

Involve your favorite people

If you don’t mind getting friends or family involved have them help arrange a treasure hunt. Send a bridesmaid to leave a trail of rose petals to a private location. Even planning a game of “pin the veil on the bride” works!  Have fun with this moment or keep it serious and solemn if that’s your speed. There is no right or wrong way to have a first look. However you decide to do it – this is always a sweet, intimate moment.  You won’t regret spending a few moments before you are swept up in the celebration of your marriage.