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Top Ten Photo Must-Haves

Top Ten Photo Must-Haves


John Maddaford
John Maddaford Updated:
8th of March 2023

Capturing all those important moments from your wedding day is an absolute priority, so we've compiled a list of the top ten photo must-haves to keep you on track.

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The make-up

Avoiding the usual make up face we pull.

(Captured by Barry Paffey Photography - see all the gorgeous pics from Kelly and Harry's real wedding here)

(Natalie Michel - Makeup Artist )

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Bridal gown on a hanger

In all its glory.

(Shot by WeddingsbySam - check out the real wedding of Phoebe and Steve for some more amazing wedding photos)

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First Look

Don’t cry now.

(Shot by Marc Bates - Photos from me at Gina and Mark's real wedding - you HAVE to see this incredible tuscan wedding)

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The confetti shot

Keep your mouth closed.

(Photograph by Michael Calders Photography taken at Rachel and Keith's real wedding)

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The family portrait

Families unite!

(Laura and Mark's beautiful wedding shot by Tom Jeavons Photography)

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The kissing couple

Archways and gardens galore.

(Sarah and Jack's wedding shot by Take A Look Photography)

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The cake

Make it fancy.

(Cake captured by Aimee Kirkham Oxford-Photography at Hannah and Chris' wedding)

Hannah and Chris - October 2016

The speeches

Grab the tissues.

(Valo Studio caught this moment at Hannah and Pete's celebration)

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The bouquet toss

Get your catching mitts on girls!

(Marcus Charter Wedding Photography at the ready at Alice and Matthew's musical day)

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First dance

Silhouettes are your best friend.

(Love this shot from Anthony Ball Photography at Clare and Andrew's rainy wedding)

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