The Countdown: Things Every Bride Needs to do 24 Hours Before the Big Day

The wedding day is fast approaching with only hours to go.  Most brides are always a wreck from all the jitters and anticipation the leading to the big day.  As the bride, the assumption is there is not much you can do with only a few hours to the big event, so most people pass the reins to someone who will oversee the details of the ceremony.  The truth is quite the contrary because this is a day you have dedicated your time, sometimes even months to making it perfect; chances are you may be reluctant to hand it to someone when you have been in charge from the start.  Sure, aspects like capturing the ceremony can be handed to professionals offering wedding photography and videography services.  However, as the bride, you can still do things throughout the countdown to create a good foundation for the big day rather than watch as the clock ticks away.  

Break into your shoes

Even if you know your shoes fit perfectly, it is good to break into them the day before.  New shoes can be uncomfortable, and the last thing you want to do is fussing over your shoes when you are supposed to be enjoying your fantastic day.  You can also practice walking in your shoes because it may not seem like it, but not everyone is accustomed to walking in a straight line on all types of flooring.  That way, as you enjoy your first dance in the elegant Le Belle Coeur ballroom, you are sure to be comfortable.  Meanwhile, the videography team will ensure the tiniest detail and authentic moments between you and your better half make it to your wedding photos and film.  From happy smiles, stolen glances to the sweet embraces that make your first dance under the majestic chandelier unforgettable.  

Confirm the wedding timeline

Staying on top of everything on your special day is tricky, but you still have a part to play for the ceremony.  Before the day of, look through the program set for the event.  You may not be able to oversee everything, but it is much better than being clueless.  Just knowing when to show up for a scheduled shoot with Kinard Photography & Wedding Films or when to make your toast ensures things run smoothly and on time. 

Check with all your vendors

Before passing your list of vendors for the big day to your right-hand person, ensure you call all of them to confirm the time, venue, and tasks for the next day.  Contact your caterer, the DJ, florist, and most importantly, your Missouri videographer to go over details for the event one last time.  It will put your mind at ease knowing that all hands are on deck for your special day.  Additionally, it will make it easier for the person in charge to coordinate with your wedding videographer so that the personal documentation of the ceremony does your love story justice.  From the pre-wedding shots at the bride and groom rooms to the big event in the lush courtyard at The Conservatory, the shooter will ensure each memorable part of the special day is worth reliving.  

Catch up with your squad

Wedding planning is a lot to handle, even with the plenty of help from hired planners, and sometimes all you want to do is unpack.  No one understands best what you go through than your bridesmaids, who are primarily your support system.  From picking the right dress, accompanying you to check venues, you can easily say they are with you every step of the way.  Meeting up with them on the final day can be therapeutic, and it also offers a chance to go through the program for the day one last time.  Details like when and where they should show up for the shoot with your St Charles wedding videography team matter, so ensure you are all on the same page.  Once you retire for the night, you can do so without any doubt the day will go off without a glitch. 

Get a good night's sleep

We know how hard it may be to sleep but try to squeeze in some hours of sleep before the big day.  Your day is going to be packed with lots to do, and being well-rested is the best way to get through it.  You also don't want your wedding shots coming out with you looking fatigued so ensure you try to get in as much sleep as you can; that way, when your videographer shoots, you can be sure to appear radiant and refreshed in the wedding film that highlights the biggest day of your life. 

Check your to-do list

Right off the engagement, many brides compose a mental list of all the things to do before the big day.  It could be a list of the venues to check out, picking the right St. Charles, Missouri Wedding Videographer down right to the party favors for your guests.  Once planning begins, the list becomes a reality, and it is time to go through the tasks and get them done.  When you have a day left on the countdown, go through your to-do list, checking off everything on it.  It is not just satisfying but also practical to ensure you are right on schedule with the planning. 

Are you looking for someone to capture your fantastic day?  Look no further because at Kinard Photography & Wedding Films, we are not just dedicated to shooting your big day but ensuring it is done right and up to your standards.  The team of experts we have onboard are a professional bunch who are passionate about wedding photography and videography and will go out of their way to ensure not a hair is out of place on your big day.  They will cover all your requests, capturing even the tiny moments you could easily forget.  Don't believe us?  Our website is all the proof you need for candid shots and films we have worked on.  

Our turnaround time is something we take great pride in; from the 8–10-week turnaround, we now guarantee to send your wedding photographs in 3-4 weeks and films in 4-5 weeks.  In addition, clients requiring rush turnarounds can have their wedding photography proofs within seven days at a fee.  Anything you need clearing up before the big day?  We are available; call, message, and send us emails, and we will surely get back to you.