6 Wedding Items You Can Use Twice: Perfect for Both Pre-Wedding Shoots and Wedding Day Decor!

2018.03.21 published

What Should You Prepare for Pre-wedding Photos?

Many brides bring handmade wedding items as props for their pre-wedding photoshoots.

With so many types and designs available, many might be wondering what to prepare.

The number of photos that can be taken during the pre-wedding shoot is limited, and preparing the items takes time and costs money, so it's not realistic to gather everything.

Figuring out how to choose what to bring can be a tough decision.

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Two Birds One Stone! Recommended Items That Can Also Be Used as Decor

If you're unsure how to choose props for your pre-wedding shoot, we recommend selecting things that can also be used as "decor items."

If you can use the props not only for the pre-wedding shoot but also for decorating the reception or welcome space on the wedding day, that gives you double the use—two birds with one stone!

It also makes the effort of creating the items more worthwhile.

In this article, we will introduce recommended pre-wedding items that can also be used for wedding day decorations.

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Two Uses for Both Pre-wedding and Wedding Day! Item No. 1: Initial Object

The classic wedding item, the initial object, can be used for close-up shots or perspective shots during the pre-wedding photoshoot.

Buying alphabet objects at 100 yen shops or 3coins and arranging them into your favorite design is popular.

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Initial objects can be used to decorate various places like the reception, welcome space, and side tables at the head table.

It's recommended to design them in a way that can be used for both the pre-wedding shoot and the wedding day.

For brides doing a traditional Japanese wedding photoshoot, opting for a simple design that isn't overly traditional might be a good idea if you plan to reuse it on the wedding day.

@y_wedding_happy

Two Uses for Both Pre-wedding and Wedding Day! Item No. 2: Reception Sign

A reception sign displayed at the venue is actually a great photography prop.

Wedding photos taken with each person holding the reception sign can be used as insertion images for a profile movie or on the cover of a profile book.

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A flag-shaped reception sign can be cute if you pose as if you are marching.

On the wedding day, it can be placed in a bottle as decoration for the reception space.

@chao.wedding

Two Uses for Both Pre-wedding and Wedding Day! Item No. 3: Marquee Light

Shimmering marquee lights are another great item that serves two purposes.

They can shine during night photos as well as during daytime wedding shoots.

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On the wedding day, they can be displayed in various areas like the welcome space, photo booth, and head table.

However, marquee lights made from thick cardboard can be fragile, so caution is needed!

If you're planning to use them for both the pre-wedding and wedding day, it’s advisable to purchase ready-made options or choose materials like thicker styrene boards instead of cardboard.

Although it may cost more than cardboard, considering the two uses makes it worth it!

@e.wed.k

Two Uses for Both Pre-wedding and Wedding Day! Item No. 4: Wedding Sign

The wedding sign, originating from overseas, is a somewhat large and unusual photography prop that can expand your pose options.

Many brides enjoy DIYing these with the help of their partners.

@mami

Wedding signs can be placed at the entrance of the venue, in the welcome space, or beside the head table.

Since they take time and effort to create, it's great knowing they can be reused.

When writing the text on the board, think about the content with reuse in mind.

@mi_k.a3

Two Uses for Both Pre-wedding and Wedding Day! Item No. 5: Frames

Photo frames that can be used as reception signs or table numbers on the wedding day can also serve as pre-wedding items.

Perspective shots using photo frames create a very stylish atmosphere.

The great thing is that you can simply remove the paper inside to use only the frame, so there's no real need for DIY.

This makes it a perfect item for brides who say, "I don’t have time for DIY and don’t want to buy unnecessary things."

@smileorsmile1008

Also, brides preparing frames for welcome boards can use the frames as props.

It should create a sophisticated and romantic wedding photo.

Attaching a floral swag to the frame will enhance the stylish atmosphere.

Two Uses for Both Pre-wedding and Wedding Day! Item No. 6: And Object

The “&” decorated object is gaining popularity especially among brides planning natural weddings.

Similar to alphabet objects, it is great for close-up and perspective shots.

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The and object is best placed in the center of the reception space.

Many brides struggle with how to decorate their reception space,

but by displaying:

☑ The bouquet used in the pre-wedding shoot

☑ The reception sign used in the pre-wedding shoot

☑ The initial object used in the pre-wedding shoot,

you can create a lovely reception space without needing to prepare anything new.

@a.bride9

Two Uses for Both Pre-wedding and Wedding Day! Item No. 7: Head Table Cushion

The last item we recommend is the head table cushion.

This popular wedding item decorates the head table chairs or sofa beautifully even while the bride and groom step away.

There are various designs available, from writing words on plain cushions with a pen, to printing illustrations or embroidering.

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The head table cushions used on the wedding day can also be used as props for pre-wedding photos.

A recommended pose is to use them to hide your face.

Brides considering preparing head table cushions should start their preparations early enough to have them ready for the pre-wedding shoot.

Aim for Two Uses with Pre-wedding Props

We have introduced wedding items that can be used for both the pre-wedding photoshoot and the wedding day.

It’s wonderful to have items that you have sentimental feelings for be useful on two occasions.

Brides preparing pre-wedding props should definitely consider selecting items that can also be used on the wedding day.