5 Questions Every Couple Should Ask Their Wedding Photographer

Kristen & Joe Wedding – Bride Groom – Trumpets at the Gate – Kim Mancuso Photography

After months of researching Instagram. Pinterest, and wedding planning websites, you’ve finally chosen a wedding photographer. But the work doesn’t stop there. With so many variables coming into play, maintaining clear and open communication with the person or company shooting your wedding is paramount. Nothing is worse than experiencing a newlywed buzz kill because of unforeseen additional costs or your photos were actually taken by a ‘photographer-in-training.’

We couldn’t think of a better person to give advice on the subject than photographer Kim Mancuso. Below, Kim discusses the five questions every couple should ask their wedding photographer.
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Jean & Bryan Wedding - Candle Lighting Ceremony - Bronx Post Office - by Karen Wise

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7 Secular Wedding Traditions That Bring Meaning To Your Big Day

by Kate Murphy

Jean & Bryan Wedding – Candle Lighting Ceremony – Bronx Post Office – by Karen Wise

If we’ve noticed anything after doing weddings for over a decade, it’s that each couple is completely unique and different from the next. How they choose to carry out their wedding ceremony is a beautiful demonstration of this fact. And many couples today desire a secular ceremony to signify their union. Here are seven non-religious wedding traditions that can be used to express your love and commitment to each other.

Unity Candle Lighting Ceremony
We talked about the sacredness of candle lighting in a Greek Orthodox wedding. The tradition doesn’t have to be based in a religion, however. The unity candle lighting ceremony is a beautiful way to honor your big day. Three candles are needed to perform the ritual – one for each partner and one to symbolize the new marriage. Before the ceremony, each set of parents lights a candle. Then the officiant reads a script, addressing the couple and their relationship. Finally, using the two smaller candles, the couple lights the larger candle to seal their union.
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Rashna & Sean Wedding - Ceremony - Bronx Zoo - Dideo Films Photography

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Religious & Cultural Wedding Traditions and What They Mean

by Kate Murphy

Rashna & Sean Wedding – Ceremony – Bronx Zoo – Dideo Films Photography

One of the best things about doing weddings in New York City is the richness of diversity here. We get to work with couples that represent many religions and cultures from around the world. They want to incorporate elements that symbolize their faith and backgrounds during their wedding. Often times, a union is marked by the coming together of different beliefs and practices. Either way, it’s unforgettable to witness the bond of marriage center around something that is so important to two people. Here’s a look at various religious and cultural wedding traditions and what they mean.
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Outdoor Wedding Lounge Ideas - via deerpearlflowers.com

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Chill Out With These Summer Wedding Lounge Ideas

by Kate Murphy

Outdoor Wedding Lounge Ideas – via deerpearlflowers.com

Creating a welcoming atmosphere is something every couple wants at their wedding. One way to ensure your guests are comfortable is by incorporating a wedding lounge area. It’s especially nice to have extra seating for people to sit down and relax with a refreshing cocktail during the summer. Casual spaces also create an opportunity for friends and family members who are meeting for the first time to chat and get to know each other. From elegantly designed patios to chill backyard setups, here are creative ideas for summer wedding lounge areas.

Outdoor Wedding Lounge Ideas – via ruffleblog.com

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Gorgeous Ideas For Wearing Flowers On Your Wedding Day

by Kate Murphy

Bridal Flower Crown – via heyweddinglady.com

We are constantly looking for imaginative ways to use flowers in our weddings. And for our brides, this can mean thinking beyond the bouquet and actually wearing flowers. Styling with florals is guaranteed to bring your big day look to the next level. Who is going to forget the bride who walked down the with freshly picked roses adorning her hair? From hair accessories to jewelry, we’ve rounded up the most gorgeous ideas for wearing flowers at your wedding.

Wedding Flower Crown

Let’s start with the most obvious – the flower crown. This onetime boho accessory has evolved and can work with any bridal style. Verdant greenery accented with berries and petite flowers radiates organic beauty. Make a romantic statement with voluminous, petal soft peonies and roses. A delicate ring of waxflowers is perfect a summer countryside wedding.
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Sara & Mitch Wedding - Reception - The Foundry - Craig Paulson Studio

Weddings

Sara & Mitch’s Summer Fun Reception

by Kate Murphy

Sara & Mitch Wedding – Reception – The Foundry – Craig Paulson Studio

Guests gathered for cocktail hour to raise the first of many toasts to newlyweds Sara & Mitch. Then everyone headed to The Foundry’s courtyard for an unforgettable evening of revelry. Here, featured bride Sara shares the final chapter in her Real BB Wedding story.

From the very start, there was a sense that Sara and Mitch intended their reception to be an occasion for everyone to cut-loose and have fun. Sara looks back and says, “There were so many details we included that meant a lot to us. Music was a big one. The music that Mitch and I and our wedding party walked into was symphony versions of pop-punk songs we love, but only a handful of people probably recognized.”
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