Decisions, Decisions, Decisions! And just one more.....Should I have a First Look At My Colorado Wedding. At Antler Ridge Weddings, a premier barn wedding venue in Colorado, we have noticed a growing trend of couples opting for the First Look experience over the past year. The decision to have a First Look or not ultimately comes down to personal preference. In this blog, we will explore 4 reasons to decide on having a First Look and how to plan a First Look .
4 Reasons to Consider Saying YES to a First Look!
Deciding to have a first look allows you as a couple to have a private moment together before the excitement of the day begins. This intimate moment begins before the ceremony and before guests arrive. Every bride and Groom we have seen over the years are nervous. So deciding on the First Look will help alleviate those pre wedding nerves and allow you to be more relaxed during your ceremony. Wedding photos take up a good part of your day so one advantage of saying YES to a First Look is that all the portraits and group photos can be taken before the ceremony. This will allow more time for your reception. If you choose Antler Ridge weddings as your venue and decide on the First look, you will ulltimately have more time to enjoy a specialty cocktail hour with hors d'ouevres in our outdoor log gazebo, or maybe have more time to mingle with your guests on our spacious outdoor lawn area before going into the reception area to be seated. Lastly, having photos taken before your ceremony allows more flexibility in managing your wedding day schedule allowing you to prioritize all the golden hour photos. And you won't want to miss the sunsets at Antler Ridge Weddings!! They are truly the best on the Western Slope.
HOW TO PLAN YOUR FIRST LOOK
Now,that you have decided on having a First Look you need to inform your Photographer. Next consider, who will do the revealing. Most often we see the bride approaching the groom but we have seen where both couples turn at the same time. Location is important. At Antler Ridge, we have several areas to choose from: a private garden area, the dock over the pond with the backdrop of the mountains, infront of an Antique Truck, but where ever you choose it is important to consider the backdrop for your intimate photo. Consider having your favorite song playing to bring back all the emotions and to set the mood.Whether you choose to have a First Look or not either way works. It is toltally up to you.
Here Are Some 2025 Wedding Trends You May Want to Keep in Mind
More Expression
The trends for 2025 shows The First Look is on the rise. Our research shows that 2025 weddings are leaning towards the more non-traditional . In 2025 , we will be seeing
brides incorporating creativity, sustainability, and more personal expression into their weddings. It is also predicted that 2025 we will see more color . Weddings will be about making a statement using patterns and rich textures.
Environmental choices
In the past year, Antler Ridge Weddings has seen more digital invitatations and more biodegradable confetti and plantable wedding favors.
Choosing Unique Venues
Couples are looking for locations beyond the traditional ballrooms, churches and reception Halls. This year couples are looking for venues where they can be creative and where they can show off their personality. At Antler Ridge, we have seen a movement towards creating a an experience for the guests. Our guests love coming from the city to experience a family working ranch wedding Venue. Antler Ridge offers stunning mountain views with natural surroundings. The spacious grounds offer your guests a place to explore and have an outdoor experience viewing elk and bison roaming in the adjacent pawture . Imagine enjoying the coctail hour mingling with guests and watching the sunsets on the horizon. Choosing this kind of uniqueness is on the rise and is a guarantee that your guests will be talking about your wedding for a long time.
If you are looking for a non traditional, unique Colorado wedding venue , we hope you will schedule a tour. We would love to meet you. Contact us .
Please comment below if you think having a First Look is right for you? We would love to hear your thoughts or better yet your ideas.
Antler Ridge Weddings and Events is a locally owned and operated business. We sincerely hope to encourage couples to learn more about the value and importance of choosing a locally owned business when it’s time to book your wedding venue & vendors. With locally owned venues you will often see a higher level of hospitality, better communication and a greater desire to truly ensure your wedding exceeds expectations. We are thrilled to support wedding venue owners from around the country with a weekly shout out in our blog. you can find locally owned wedding venues featured on this wedding venue map.
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