{"id":53628,"date":"2019-04-01T09:00:08","date_gmt":"2019-04-01T13:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/?p=53628"},"modified":"2025-12-11T06:25:45","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T11:25:45","slug":"to-look-or-not-to-look-that-is-the-question","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/to-look-or-not-to-look-that-is-the-question","title":{"rendered":"To Look or Not To Look: That is the Question"},"content":{"rendered":"

We have all heard the old adage of it being bad luck for the groom to see the bride before the ceremony. This tradition came from a time of arranged marriages and was a tool to keep the groom from changing his mind before actually getting married. However, a few years ago, the first look became popular as couples began seeing each other before the ceremony to sneak a few pics and maybe a kiss (or three). <\/span><\/p>

But how do you decide if the first look is right for you? Here is a list of pros and cons from the emotional to the practical to help you decide. <\/span><\/p>

PROS<\/h2>

1. An epic, private moment just for the two of you<\/b><\/p>

A lot of people don\u2019t realize how little privacy you actually get on your wedding day. Having a first look with your partner allows the two of you to share an intimate moment and ease any nerves you might have. <\/span><\/p>

\"ultimate<\/a>Photo Courtesy of Brandon Scott Photography<\/a><\/span><\/p>

BONUS: <\/i><\/b>If your partner isn\u2019t super emotional, this allows them to feel the feels and maybe shed some tears without having to do so in front of all your guests.<\/span><\/i><\/p>

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2. You get more time for photos<\/b><\/p>

Doing a first look before your ceremony opens up so much more time for photos. True, you may have to get up and dressed a little earlier, but you won\u2019t have to endure a marathon of posed photos and will get some awesome candid moments. <\/span><\/p>

BONUS<\/i><\/b>: Many couples say that their first look photos are often their favourites from the day.<\/span><\/i><\/p>

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