As a wedding photographer, I have the privilege of capturing some of the most precious moments of a couple's life. I have seen the joy and happiness in their eyes, the tears of happiness and the laughter of friends and family. But I have also seen the stress and pressure that comes with the wedding day. It is a day that goes by so quickly, and it is easy to forget the little things that make your wedding day special. That's why I am here to talk about a little something called the wedding detail box.
What is a Wedding Detail Box?
A wedding detail box is a container where you can store all the small items and details that you want to be captured on your big day. This box can be a beautiful and decorative container or a simple box that you can wrap in fabric to match your wedding theme. The purpose of the box is to help you keep track of all the items and details that you want to include in your wedding day photos. For an example of some great Detail Boxes a couple of my sweet brides have put together for me, you can take a peak Here or how about This One?
The Benefits of Having a Wedding Detail Box
By having a wedding detail box, you are taking one step towards organizing your wedding day. With a wedding detail box, you can make sure that all of the little things that make your wedding uniquely yours will not be forgotten. Do you have a ticket stub from your first ball game, movie, concert? Throw it in there! A map of an epic travel destination you visited together? I love it, let me have it please! It’s your day, let’s make the detail box reflect who you are as a couple!
A second benefit of the detail box is it’s super, super convenient for me to swoop in when I first get there and take the box full of all your sweet items and create a gorgeous lay flat photo that represents a little snapshot of your day. If you have everything together ahead of time, I don’t have to interrupt your getting ready to ask where everything is. So easy, peasy!!
What Should You Include in Your Wedding Detail Box?
To help you get started, I have put together a list of items that you should consider including in your wedding detail box.
Your wedding invitations and any other stationery.
Your wedding rings.
Your wedding bouquet.
Any special jewelry that you will be wearing on your wedding day.
A special piece of lace or fabric from your mother's or grandmother's wedding dress.
A special item that represents your relationship, such as a love letter or a special photo.
Your wedding day shoes and garter.
Your wedding day perfume or cologne.
Your handwritten vows.
Your something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue.
These are just a few ideas to get you started, and you can add or remove items as needed. The important thing is to make sure that all the items you want to be captured are in one place, so you can easily find them when it is time for your photos.
Tips for Organizing Your Wedding Detail Box
Now that you know what to include in your wedding detail box, here are a few tips to help you organize your box and make sure that everything is in order for your wedding day.
Start early: Start gathering items for your wedding detail box a few weeks before your wedding day. This will give you plenty of time to find all the items you want to include and make sure that everything is in order.
Label everything: Label each item with a description and the date so you can keep track of what is in your box. This will also make it easier for your photographer to know what items you want to be captured.
Keep it safe: Make sure that your wedding detail box is kept in a safe place where it won't be damaged or lost. You can keep it in a closet or under your bed, just make sure that it is in a secure place.
Get creative: Have fun with your wedding detail box! You can decorate it to match your wedding theme or wrap it in a special fabric. The possibilities are endless!
Your wedding day is a day that you will never forget, and it's important to make sure that all the little details that make it special are captured in your memories and photos. That's why having a wedding detail box is so important. By having all of your items in one place, you can make sure that nothing is forgotten and that your photographer can capture all the little details that make your wedding day unique and special.
So, take some time to gather all the items that you want to include in your wedding detail box and start organizing it a few weeks before your big day. This will help relieve some of the stress and pressure that comes with planning a wedding, and you can focus on enjoying the day with your partner and loved ones.
And don't forget, have fun with your wedding detail box! You can get creative and make it a beautiful and special part of your wedding day memories. Happy wedding planning!
