is it bad luck to do pic's before the wedding?

Absolutely not bad luck. We're doing a first look to avoid a gap and to settle our nerves before the ceremony. I was in a wedding 2 years ago where the guys picked up the girls in the limo, the B&G did their first look, and then we all drove around taking pics in the park and popping champagne in the limo before the wedding. It was really, really fun.

But, I don't believe in luck. So, really it's just your comfort level and whether or not you or your FH is superstitious or "traditional" as my mom likes to say.

The original reason the tradition exists was because of a fear that if the couple saw each other before the ceremony, they might argue before the ceremony. However, it is not even a tradition in Jewish ceremonies, in which the couple must see each other before the ceremony. (Typically, the groom puts the veil on the bride and they sign the ketubah before the ceremony.)

I haven't followed the tradition at either of my weddings. And I'm pretty sure the end of my first marriage--after 20 years--did not occur due to the violation of this tradition. ;-)

Thank you both so much. We are not superstious at all. At first we was not going to see each other but my FH just kinda was like WHY? So since he thought like that then why not take the pictures first and get that done then be off to the wedding. We are so comfortable with each other, that we know nothing is going to come between us. 2nd Bride for as long as we have been together we have had 1 "real argument" yes we disagree but not with harsh and hurtful words (like my other two marriages) We usually end up agreeing to disagree.

It would also be nice to get pictures out of the way so right after the ceremony everyone can go to the reception right away. Especially if you want all those shots!

There is no such thing as "bad luck."

If you want to take pictures I think it's fine to do it at whatever time makes the most sense and is most convenient.

It is Good Luck to find a spider in your wedding dress!

If you are going to believe One silly superstition, you need to believe them all.

Have fun with that Spider

Please, do picture before the ceremony!!!!! The day goes SO fast. You are spending a lot of money on a good photographer. Take Advantage of it! Get those family shots! The photos is all you will have after the day is said and done. (you eat the food and cake, you memory will fade on what songs were played, the flowers will die) Get some Great shots!!!

~ congrats ~

We did photos prior...First Look...I actually just posted a DIY that I did with my First Look Photos.

We got so many great photos prior to the ceremony and after the ceremony! Plus, it was perfect for us b/c the sun was going to be setting and we wouldn't have had much time after the ceremony.

Cydney that is another thing that I am afraid of. Because I'm not sure when the sun will be setting in June but our wedding is at 4:00pm and the reception is at 5pm i'm sure it won't be dark but would so rather just make sure everything is all good before the ceremony..plus it will be outside and if we get out pictures out of the way I know I will feel more comfortable getting married knowing that I have that family photo and all the "good shots" done and out of the way. I am lucky enough to have my FH's cousin (a professional photographer) taking the pictures for a wedding gift. We will still be paying her out of the goodness of our heart because she will be taking pictures all night. We are going to buy her a new lense for her camera that she has been saving up for. Thanks everyone.. You all talked me into it. First look before the wedding it is!

I hope not because i am doing them

Aw you're sweet... no i think you'll be fine! We're doing it early for many reasons...1, we're already married and its a renewal, 2. we have 3 boys and my 3 neices in the wedding so they will take longer to coordinate,and then lastly, the lighting... gives me more timein the dress, lol... many reasons. i just can't wait. You'll be fine, i plan on doing the first look pics cause i DO want to make my dress a surprise and catching his "Awed" face, will be the best!

SInce both of us have failed marriages behind us, I don't believe in those marital superstitions. I think it is a personal choice. It certainly expedites the photography.

We were supposed to do a private first look so that we could be alone. However, my father, BM and MOH were all there too. I have lived with DH for 9 years. Since my sister/bf passed, he is my best friend. I needed his calming influence and one last, "You look gorge".

I think the best reason to do pictures before hand is you can cut or enjoy your cocktail hour. You also dont have your guests waiting for you to start to eat cause you are with them.

I think the pros of doing pictures before hand greatly outweigh the cons!

Thanks everyone also because I was debating about doing the pictures before or after the ceremony.

First look photos were the best part of the day, so intimate and plenty of time to enjoy it.

No. It makes perfect sense to have your first look to be private. I love it.