The first interaction that you get to have with your partner on your wedding day is a moment that you will remember forever. It is such a special time that can calm your nerves and really bring you together before your ceremony. Here are our favorite wedding first look alternatives, if you are wanting to be with each other before you walk down the aisle.

Private Wedding First Look

Settle your nerves with a first look before your wedding ceremony. Having a first look with just you and your sweetheart can be a special moment to calm any butterflies in your stomach and connect before you say your vows. In addition, having a moment together before the ceremony can take off some pressure of seeing each other for the first time in front of so many people.

First Touch

Want to keep the magic of a first look to your wedding ceremony? Then consider a first touch. You and your partner stand on opposite sides of a wall or curtain and hold hands for the first time on your wedding day. Physical touch is such a powerful way to connect with your partner, and what better time to connect than right before your ceremony?

First Read

Another great alternative to your wedding first look is a first read. Whether choose to exchange hand written letters to read to each other, or read your own vows before the ceremony. A first read is a beautiful way to express your love to one another. This can also be paired with a first touch or private first look!

First Prayer

A lot of the couples I work with as a Pocatello, Idaho wedding photographer share the common ground of their faith. A first prayer is a beautiful choice for those who value faith and spirituality. Making time to connect not only with each other, but also with God, will elevate your wedding day! In addition, it will also add more sentiment and prepare you for your wedding ceremony.

First Gifts

Who doesn’t love to get a little gift?! Sharing a first gift on your wedding day is such a fun way to celebrate each other. I have seen brides gift a watch or tie to their groom. As well as grooms giving a necklace or bracelet to their bride. If you do choose to have first gifts on your wedding day, this is sure to be a gift your partner will cherish for a life time!

Wedding first looks can be such a romantic and special time. But these alternative can be just as amazing! Consider mixing things up for your wedding to make the day uniquely you!

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