When you get to planning your wedding day timeline, the question of a first look usually comes up. A first look is when a couple sees each other for the first time on their wedding day — an intimate moment that often makes for a beautifully emotional photo.
It has real pros: taking a quiet moment with your future spouse before the ceremony can ease the nerves, give you a chance to connect away from all the eyes, and open up more time for wedding photos you'll be glad to have later.
One of the main trade-offs is losing that traditional moment of the groom seeing his bride for the first time as she walks down the aisle. Timing and location matter too — a midday first look, for example, can mean a lot of harsh sun.
Whatever you decide, it's your wedding day — choose whatever makes you and your partner feel most comfortable.