Weddings can be so different, so every couple can choose the most suitable ceremony location , wedding style and time. In many wedding photos, light colors dominate, most often couples have their wedding ceremony during the day, but that doesn't mean you should do the same. The end after all, a wedding is a ritual that can be adapted to your individuality and wishes. If you want to get married in a romantic way at dusk, at sunset or even by the light of the moon and stars , it is possible.

The middle of the day is not always the best

Most wedding ceremonies take place during the day from 12.00 to 15.00. it seems that this is how the day will start with there will be more time for celebrations and fun. Remember that the middle of the day is not always the best time for wedding photos for admission, especially in summer. Contrasting daytime sunlight can spoil your photos - create pronounced shadows, dazzle the eyes. The optimal time for the ceremony is considered to be from 16.00 to 17.00, still beautiful the ceremony can also be done later in the evening.

The more creative the better

For couples who don't want a traditional wedding, this is an opportunity to be original. The wedding evening will give more time to both the couple and for wedding guests to prepare for the beautiful event without haste. This will give the celebration a little relaxed and informal mood. For the wedding theme, you can choose darker shades that will reflect the chosen hour of the day. A beautiful contrast will create interesting lighting objects. A fairy-tale-like magical mood will be achieved by candle and mirror decors that reflect flames.

Special Golden Hour

If you plan the ceremony in the early evening, the gathering of guests will take place exactly during the golden hour - before sunset, which is considered the most successful for photographs. The diffused soft light gives the images a beautiful golden glow and compliments the appearance of the skin.

Soft chair

When dusk comes after sunset, it is not yet completely dark, but there are no bright rays of the sun either. This is a good time to strings of lamps would be turned on and candles would be lit. The ceremony at dusk will create a mysterious, a little magical the atmosphere.

Late Night Ceremony

Most often, the light hours of the day are chosen for the wedding ceremony in order to spend the evening in fun celebrations, however, the wedding a ceremony in the evening can be a unique and unforgettable experience that you will remember for a long time. very important in this case the chosen decorations will matter. Care should be taken to ensure that the ceremony area is beautifully lit using candles, lanterns, beautiful lamps and string lights. For a professional photographer, shooting in the evening will not be a problem, therefore the special moment will be captured in wonderful and original photographs.

Indoors or outdoors

The chosen time of the wedding ceremony will also affect the choice of place. The working hours of the registry office should be taken into account, and that will the marriage registrar be available. This can most often be solved with careful planning. It is important to understand whether marriage the ceremony will be held indoors or outdoors. If you want to get married at sunset, it is best to choose a beautiful one  places in nature - on the seashore , in the forest or in the garden.

Dark magic

Darkness is frightening and alluring. It gives opportunities that are not in the day. Make the end of the evening unforgettable with fireworks,  light lanterns, live fire or light show. It's a chance to spend time under the stars.

What to consider

By choosing a non-standard ceremony time, there is a chance that there will be less time to spend having fun with guests. Classically, a wedding banquet lasts about 5 hours, while if the ceremony takes place late in the evening, the guests can be tired and sleepy. Everything depends on the chosen wedding style and concept. If you plan to dance until dawn, the wedding a ceremony in the evening will be a great choice. It will also suit a small wedding with a light buffet and champagne afterwards.

Author of the article: ELISA RUDZİTE

Photo: MIKS SCHELS

Visual content artist: KSENIJA BELCA-BESLER

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