Brides dont forget to wear your SMILE

It is the day that every girl awaits eagerly, a day that not only signifies love and the binding of two lives but also the joining of two families, ok so maybe the latter part could potentially cause more stress than happy thoughts BUT on the whole…. Brides, it is ok to smile!

Correct me if I’m wrong but I think it’s safe to say that we have moved away from the days when the first time we meet our lifetime partners is at the marriage altar. With the commonness of “love” marriages and shaadi.com type websites it’s also highly unlikely that brides would have the same stresses associated with traditional arranged marriages. 
Some of the most beautiful Brides I have ever photographed have been the ones that smile wholeheartedly. These Brides forget all the wedding planning stresses and choose to enjoy their special day. These Brides realise that this day comes only once in their lives and they smile. They realise that the photos will be the proof for memories in years to come and you got it…They smile. 

I understand the high levels of anxiety and the expectation to be a shy bride. I also understand what an emotional rollercoaster an Indian wedding can be, I’ve been there myself. But I wish someone had told me this; Expression is the difference between a good photo and a great photo. 
So for all those brides-to- be here are some tips I would like to share.
Be comfortable: It is true you can’t hide much from a lens and if you are uncomfortable it will show in your photos. As a bride you will be adorned with heavily embroidered outfits, make up and jewellery to mention a few things. Try as much as you can to be comfortable and able to move freely.

Be natural: Capturing natural expression is in essential to wedding photography. Let your personality shine through for the sake of your photographs. Don’t be so caught up in being a bride that you forget to be you. 

And lastly truly enjoy each moment: Enjoy being pampered even if it is with yellow spice, enjoy the smaller intimate family moments, the festivities and let yourself feel the emotions around you.

Your photos will Thank you for it.

Till next time
Ange