"Fears of Family Discovering and Unexpected Concerns: The Icon Dilemma of Instagram Bride Accounts*"

2018.07.29 published

What kind of photo are you using for your icon?

What kind of photos do you set as your icon for your Instagram bride account?

it’s important for your icon to stand out so that people can recognize “Oh, this is a post from ○○!”＊

You definitely want to set a favorite and memorable photo that’s easy to recall! ♡

However, some might be worried about using a photo where their face is prominently displayed, as it could be recognized by friends or coworkers...

@mt.2017wd

I researched what kind of photos are commonly used as icons by brides-to-be on Instagram＊

Common Icon ① Try-on Dress Photos ♡

The most frequently seen icon for brides-to-be seems to be a dress try-on photo＊

Indeed, the excitement and cuteness of wearing a dress for the first time is something you’d want to capture as your icon, right? ♡

So, make sure to take lots of photos while trying on dresses! (Selfies are a must, too!)

➡ No more fights! Tips for taking cute “record photos” with your groom during dress fittings＊

Common Icon ② Pre-wedding Photos ♡

After the pre-wedding shoot, many brides set their favorite wedding photo as their icon＊

For a photo that fits nicely in the icon circle, I recommend a pose where you are close together with your partner! ♡

@k.m_wedding0708

Common Icon ③ Photo of Your Ringed Hand ♡

Photos of your hand wearing the engagement and wedding rings are also frequently used icons＊

A close-up photo of just your hand showing off the ring design is lovely, and

it’s also nice to have a photo taken with your partner's hand layered over yours! ♩

@wedding_mickey

Common Icon ④ Bouquet Photos ♡

Photos holding a bouquet in front of your body, not showing your face, are another common icon choice ♡

These photos often look very stylish, almost like a page from a magazine, so they still look great as an icon! ♡

@ke__wedding

Common Icon ⑤ Photo Holding the Marriage Registration ♡

Many brides use a photo of them holding their marriage registration taken on the day they registered their marriage as their icon＊

It makes it immediately clear that you are “married,” and since it represents the memorable first day as a couple,

it’s a perfect choice for an icon you see every day to remind you of your beginnings! ♡

@0o.aya

Common Icon ⑥ Bridal Hair Photos ♡

Lastly, I often see photos of brides with cute hairstyles done for the occasion as icons ♡

This type of icon is recommended for brides who might feel shy about showing their face... ♩

@lva__wd

Pay Attention to Your Icon ♡

To connect with other brides on Instagram and be remembered, it’s important to choose what kind of photo to use for your icon ♡

As expected, photos that clearly indicate that the account is for a wedding, like dress try-on photos or ring photos, were most common＊

Additionally, it’s important not to change your icon too frequently!

It’s recommended to change to a wedding day photo for your icon after your wedding when you become a “graduate bride”!＊

@1224.a.wd