"Because I Don't Want to Regret It: What Types of 'Guidelines' Are Necessary to Achieve the Perfect Wedding?"
2016.04.28 published
Important Word! What is a "Guidebook"?
The term "guidebook" is often heard by brides-to-be. A "guidebook" is a way to convey your ideal wedding image to the staff, planners, and photographers using photos and illustrations in order to achieve a satisfying wedding ♡ Be detailed in writing down where to place items, color preferences, and what angles you'd like the photos taken from.
Because I don't want to regret on the wedding day♡
By creating such a guidebook, you can clearly share your ideas with the staff, reducing mismatches on the big day ♡ Many experienced brides often say, "The design of the high platform wasn't what I had imagined..." and creating this guidebook can help you avoid such regrets! This is a happy outcome for everyone involved, right? ♡
Perhaps this is the most important part of wedding preparation... ♡ What kinds of "guidebooks" are there? Here are some essential guidebooks to create, organized by scene.
#1 ♡ [Pre-Photo Shoot Guidebook]
Thinking "What pose should we do next?" on the day of the pre-photo shoot is a waste of time ♡ By providing the photographer with photos of the poses you want in advance, you can proceed with the shoot smoothly.
Additionally, it can be embarrassing to verbally convey your desire for couple's kiss shots or princess carry photos...! In such cases, having a photo guidebook to hand over is quite useful ♡
#2 ♡ [Photo Guidebook]
On the wedding day, every moment is a once-in-a-lifetime treasure... As a bride, there's a desire to capture every moment in photographs ♡ Be sure to communicate all the precious moments that may be hard for guests to capture, like the bridal preparations or the veil-down scene!
Also, a good idea for a photo guidebook is to have lots of shots of guests' expressions ♡ Whether it’s the scene when the bride makes her entrance after changing outfits or the fun performances and events, you can't possibly remember every guest's face... That's why it's essential to capture their smiles for you to look back on after the ceremony ♡
#3 ♡ [Bridal Hair Guidebook]
Charismatic hairdressers are continuously creating adorable hairstyles for brides. By creating a guidebook detailing the position and size of buns, and the placement of hair accessories, you can ensure your ideal hairstyle will be recreated ♡ When your hair looks lovely, it definitely lifts your spirits!
#4 ♡ [Makeup Guidebook]
There have been a few reports of makeup turning out to be more flamboyant than expected when left to the professionals... This is why many brides are now making makeup guidebooks! You can refer to the makeup of your favorite celebrities or specify details like the thickness and color of eyeliner ♡
#5 ♡ [Dress Guidebook]
There are two types of dress guidebooks. The first is for brides who order custom-made dresses from scratch. It sounds fun to feel like a dress designer, freely sketching the shape, color, and design ♡
However, in reality, there are more brides who find their fate dress at dress shops or salons! If you can't find a dress you love, try drawing your ideal dress guidebook and passing it to the stylist. They might prepare similar dresses for your next fitting ♡
#6 ♡ [Venue Decoration Guidebook]
When preparing a venue decoration guidebook, it’s particularly important to focus on the two major spotlight areas: the high platform and the welcome space! Be particular about the placement and arrangement of floral decorations and welcome items as you create the guidebook ♡ Having an image diagram will definitely reassure the staff responsible for the decorations!
Let’s create a guidebook right now♡
How was that? Creating a guidebook can be as simple as printing photos and sticking them in a notebook, or just doodling! Not only does it facilitate communication with the staff, but it also helps you discover your ideal wedding vision ♡ Let's make a guidebook right now to achieve the best wedding! It could become a cherished keepsake after the ceremony ♡