When I think back on some of the weddings I’ve photographed over the years, there’s always one thing that stands out just as much as the big, emotional moments: the details. The carefully chosen flowers, the heirloom jewelry, the invitation suite laid out on a sunlit table, the delicate lace on a dress, the handwritten vows folded and tucked away until the ceremony. These tiny pieces tell just as much of the story as the first kiss or the packed dance floor.
I’ve had couples tell me years after their wedding how much they love looking back at the photos of their details. Sometimes they forgot what the bouquet looked like or how the table settings came together until they saw those images again. And that’s exactly why I always make sure to photograph the details right alongside the portraits and candid moments.
Your Details Reflect Your Personality
Every couple puts their unique spin on their day, and it shows up in the details. Maybe you’ve chosen your grandmother’s brooch to pin to your bouquet or you spent hours selecting the perfect shade of napkin to match your color palette. Perhaps you made your own ceremony arch or wrote out the place cards by hand. These little things say so much about who you are and what matters most to you.
As a photographer, I pay close attention to these elements because they help tell the full story. I want you to be able to look at your gallery years from now and remember how that velvet ribbon felt in your hands or the way the candlelight flickered across your sweetheart table. These are the things that bring your memories back to life.
You Spent Time Choosing Them
So many couples spend months (sometimes years!) picking out every last detail. From the perfect perfume to the type of boutonniere your partner will wear, it all comes together to create the vibe of your day. You deserve to have those choices honored and beautifully documented.
When I arrive on a wedding morning, one of the first things I do is gather your invitation suite, rings, shoes, jewelry, and any sentimental pieces you’d like included. I set them up in a way that feels cohesive and elegant so they become part of your story. That way, nothing you put your heart into choosing goes unnoticed.
Details Add Depth to Your Album
One of my favorite parts of designing albums is pairing images of the details with moments of the day. A close-up of your engagement ring next to a photo of your partner slipping it on your finger. The lace of your veil alongside a tearful hug from your mom. These small touches add texture and richness to your wedding album, creating a layered narrative that feels real and complete.
Your wedding album shouldn’t just be a sequence of portraits. It should feel like stepping back into the day — from the anticipation of getting ready to the final sparkler exit. The details help create that immersive experience.
It Helps You See Things You Might Have Missed
The truth is, you can’t be everywhere on your wedding day. You’re busy living in the moment, and that’s exactly how it should be. But while you’re greeting guests or dancing with your new spouse, I’m capturing the way the tables look before the reception begins, the floral arrangements you might not have had time to appreciate, or the way the dessert table was styled before everyone dug in.
When you look back at those photos, you’ll get to experience the parts of your day you might have missed. Couples often tell me how grateful they are for that. It’s like seeing your wedding through someone else’s eyes and realizing just how beautiful every little thing was.
Your Story Deserves to be Preserved
At the end of the day, your wedding is a story made up of big moments and small ones. The laughter, the tears, the vows, the speeches — but also the pressed flowers in your hair, the vintage ring box you found on Etsy, the signature cocktail you named after your dog. These are the pieces that make your wedding uniquely yours.
As your photographer, it’s my honor to preserve those pieces for you. I know how much they matter. I know how many hours you spent dreaming them up. And I know that when you look at those photos years from now, they’ll take you right back to one of the happiest days of your life.
So when you think about what matters in your wedding photos, remember that the small details are just as important as the big moments. They’re part of your love story, too.
xo,
Critsey