The First Meeting

There are a lot of traditions that come along with weddings (ooo, astute observation, Care!) and one of them is the groom seeing his bride for the very first time on their wedding day when she walks down the aisle arm-in-arm with her father. And for some couples, this moment is not only important to them, it's something they've thought about their whole lives.

Well, if you are a devoted blog reader, then you know that AELO appeals to the non-traditional bride. We absolutely understand and respect that tradition is a big part of our job, but for the non-traditional couple we will always recommend the First Meeting.

The First Meeting is a wonderful way to make your day flow and make it more enjoyable for all of your guests. It means that the couple sees each other before the ceremony, takes photos and then has a lovely night to celebrate. The photographer will work with us to set up the groom and make that first look at his bride just as special as when she walks down the aisle. Then they gather the bridal party and take all the photos they normally would between the ceremony and reception.

The day goes so smoothly and it makes it a lot easier on your guests. They go straight from the ceremony to cocktail hour to the reception - and you get to spend time at the cocktail hour too! The First Meeting will also help your nerves before heading down the aisle and you get to spend more of your wedding day with each other (which is the best part).

And don't worry, your groom will still get that look on his face. That oh-my-god-I'm-the-luckiest-man-in-the-world look - we wouldn't miss that for anything in the world.

carolyn