Ask anyone what their favorite moment in a wedding is and 90% will tell you when the groom sees the bride for the first time. Okay, I completely made that statistic up, but it seems pretty accurate.
The other day I stumbled upon this post full of pictures of that best moment. I kept the tab open in my browser for two days, just so I could look at it. I love love. It’s the best.
all photos (with original sources) from this Buzz Feed article
I mean, look at those guys. Some are crying, some are laughing, all are so happy. This is her! This is the one I’m marrying! This is happening! I love all the emotions and feelings these pictures convey.
When we got married, this was a crucial moment for me. I wanted it to be special for us, like every bride does. So we did a first look. Most of these pictures above are from a first look. It’s just a special moment, before the ceremony, that the bride and groom can meet and see each other for the first time before the big day. It has a lot of practical positives. After Timothy and I saw each other, we then proceeded to take most of our wedding pictures before the wedding. By the time all our guests got situated in the reception hall, we were ready to go party afterwards. It eased a lot of potential stress, and was just plain fun.
The pictures our photographer took of our first look are some of my favorites.
Oh my, I get sappy just looking at these pictures. How blessed am I? I spent months planning every moment of that day, finding my dress, making my veil and bouquet, planning how I would do my hair. I wanted it all to be perfect for the day I became a Mrs. But that look Timothy gave me? I’m pretty sure none of that mattered to him. He’s in love. I’m in love. Oh, I love love.
For those of you who may not have found “the one” yet, I just want to encourage you that it is all it’s cracked up to be. Don’t rush it. Don’t try to make something happen when it’s not God will or timing. Just immerse yourself in His plan for your life. Good things will happen. And you’ll find the right one. The one who will look at you on your wedding day like you’re more priceless than rubies. The love you find will be all the more sweet for the time you spent preparing yourself and waiting for it.
And for those of you that have found “the one,” do you remember this moment in your own wedding? What was it like? Does it still give you butterflies to think about? Please, let’s get sappy.
~Whitney
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This post really makes me rethink my opinion of “first looks.” I always thought that I’d want my future husband to see me for the first time when I walk down the aisle, but it seems like you had such a sweet moment in your first look. It must be nice to have the little bit of time by yourselves before the big moment! Anyways, your pictures are gorgeous and his face is PRICELESS!!!
I used to feel the same way. I had always dreamt of that walking down the aisle moment! But after some research, the first look was just best for us. I think both options are so sweet. You are going to be a STUNNING bride when the time comes. :)
Aw all of those photos are adorable. I think we looked a little goofy in our first look photos. My favorite one of my husband’s reaction is the one when we’re walking back down the aisle after the ceremony. In that one he has the biggest grin. : ) and he didn’t cry, but I did!!
Oh that’s so sweet! He must have been very happy :) … I thought I would cry like a baby, but I just had a few tears when I said “goodbye” to my Dad at the end of the aisle.
My husband and I didn’t see each other until I walked down the aisle. I didn’t get to see his face because it was a long walk outdoors and he saw me before I saw him. I wish I could have seen him though!!
I love your pictures, the happiness I see in those photographs just make me smile. How sweet :)
My husband DID cry throughout the ceremony, so that kind of made up for me not seeing his reaction at first seeing me…I guess the crying may have told me he was happy….lol
While doing research for my own wedding I’ve read several blogs that recommend doing pre-ceremony pictures. I have rejected the idea but after reading this I may have to reconsider. I think it’s a wonderful way to capture that memory and hold it forever. Thanks!
It was really special for us, and one of my favorite memories of the day. I thought it would be awkward with the photographer in the room, but it was so joyful that I didn’t even notice!
This makes me rethink that one special day now. I didn’t want anyone to see me until I walked down the isle. Just my bridesmaids, my mother, and wedding coordinator. (the best man ended up crashing to see me just to rub it in others face, ha!) I thought it would be less stressful that way!! What was I thinking =( Oh well! On to happy marriage life a year and 3 months later. lol! Love, love, LOVE your blog. Your such a wonderful role model!!