What’s the secret to breathtaking wedding photos? It’s all in the details. While there’s no tried and true guide, we have come up with some terrific starting points! Here are our 4 must-have wedding day close-ups we’ve seen at our NJ wedding venues.

Details of the wedding dress are a must. Even the simplest gowns have something special about them whether it’s a sparkly detail, a lovely bit of lace, or a glimmer of pearls on the bodice. Be sure your photographer gets up close and personal with those details – you’ll see it and remember why you fell in love with that gown all over again.

The wedding rings are a beautiful photo op – it’s the very symbol of your marriage, after all. As a bonus, they can pair well with other key items from your wedding day – from the bride’s shoes to the wedding invitation to the bouquet and more. Play around with some objects and get creative with it, like this Crystal Ballroom couple.

Speaking of shoes, one clever photo trend is a shot of just the bride and groom’s feet. It’s a cheeky but sweet way to show togetherness and unity. It’s also useful for showing off your personality – like the groom’s choice of gray converse sneakers below!

Anything that represents you as a pair. Whether it’s your initials on display atop your wedding cake, a pair of toasting flutes displayed side-by-side (like the photo below), or a bouquet alongside a boutonniere – this type of detailed photo is a beautiful symbol of the two of you beginning a new life together.

Luckily for you, our Hotels Unlimited wedding venues can make all of these details a reality. Contact us for a tour of the Crystal Ballroom in Freehold, NJ and see why it’s the ideal backdrop for picture-perfect wedding photos and so much more.

– Jessica M.