At First Sight

At First Sight

February 9th, 2011 @ 5:00 pm by Mrs. Bacon
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First look pictures are some of my all-time favorites. I look forward to recaps so that I can see those delightful snapshots of the couple’s private first moment when they are so full of anticipation and excitement. It’s one of those moments when the couple realizes that all the planning, all the stress, all the drama was worth it because the day that they get married has finally arrived. I just love them.

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Clearly, that means that the Bacons are definitely doing a first look on our big day. There are really two main reasons (other than my love of those photos):

I’m a huge crier and it makes more sense in the schedule. I cry at strangers’ weddings, onions, last days of work, kids’ movies, sappy commercials, and on the rare occasion, simply because someone else is tearing up. It should be no surprise that I am going to cry as I walk down the aisle as all the stress melts away and I am taking those final steps toward being married. I’d really like to get all those ugly tears out of the way in a private moment with the Baconator.
We are having an evening ceremony because our venue rents in 6 hour blocks, so we wouldn’t have a chance to take lots of pictures if we waited until the end of the day. I’ve always dreamed of getting those scenic (and yes, overdone) photos at Chicago landmarks, and there won’t be enough time during cocktail hour to hit up the Bean, Wrigley Field (for the mister), Mag Mile and the amazing Kinzie Street bridge.

But you see, we don’t have a beautiful garden to be photographed in like Mrs Barrettes or Mrs Hermit Crab. We just have this:

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I am literally freaking out (on the inside) that instead of magical, “can’t-wait-to-share-with-the-Hive” photos, I’m going to end up with the two of us kissing in front of a dumpster. We are doing all of our getting ready in the hotel, so maybe we could do something in a suite or at the elevators, but I’m still worried that we won’t be able to get that moment that I so love. What if it’s ruined because a truck drives by? Or what if he sees me and the lighting sucks in the dark hotel room that the pics of that moment don’t turn out?

Are you doing a first look? Where is it going to be?

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21 Responses to “At First Sight”

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kimbo89 (message) 652 posts, Busy bee

I dont think you should be worried!Anything you do will be “yours” and because your sharing it with the “baconator”(LOL) it will be special,I think the setiing is perfect,its modern,fun and something a bit different,I like it,
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2/9/11 @ 5:12 pm (reply)

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MUI831 (message) 728 posts, Busy bee

I don’t remember where you’re hotel and reception are but I’m sure there’s an amazing spot nearby to have your first look. I’m so in love with Chicago so I’d be happy to help you think of one!

2/9/11 @ 5:14 pm (reply)

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Miss Pancakes (message) 85 posts, Worker bee

I looove first looks. We recently decided that we are DEF going to try to make it happen. I think we are going to do it on the rooftop terrace… we’ll see.

I’m sure you’ll find somewhere beautiful to do it. I’m sure your photog will have some good ideas

2/9/11 @ 5:14 pm (reply)

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An Alaskan Bride (message) 248 posts, Helper bee

Calm down! This is a lovely area to do first looks - just think of seeing him in the cross walk! Or by that lovely brick building! (Wouldn’t all that brick be wonderful with your beautiful dress!) Some of my favorite first look pictures are on city streets - everyone is so busy in their own lives and then bam! Bride and Groom! I think it’ll all work out just wonderfully! I’m excited to see them!

2/9/11 @ 5:15 pm (reply)

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Sunlavender (message) 553 posts, Busy bee

I would love to do a first look, but the FI would rather wait.

2/9/11 @ 5:16 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Hermit Crab (message) 3,562 posts, Sugar bee

I love your setting actually, how real! Also, what you can’t see in my photos are all the strangers who just happened to be at the Garden that day for a visit…so it wasn’t really as secluded as it seems - but to us, there were only two people there :). Can’t wait to see your first look photos, they are some of my favorites too!

2/9/11 @ 5:28 pm (reply)

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mebless (message) 512 posts, Busy bee

I was so anti first look, but after seeing so many first look photos and the reasoning behind it I’m starting to sway. FH will more than likely be AFL forever, but maybe I’ll make him look at these pics and try to get him to come to (in his mind) “the dark side”. I love Chi Town! You will have gorgeous photos no matter what, Chicgao is amazing and I agree with An Alaskan Bride, 1st look pics on the streets are fun!

2/9/11 @ 5:38 pm (reply)

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Miss Sydney (message) 749 posts, Busy bee

Oh wow - in the lift would be amazing! Him in the lift, you waiting outside, the photographer behind you! Beautiful!

2/9/11 @ 5:49 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Starfish (message) 1,924 posts, Buzzing bee

I love city settings! You should go scope out the area and find an interesting back drop, so you get more excited about it, city shoots usually have endless possibilities!

2/9/11 @ 6:48 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Barrettes (message) 883 posts, Busy bee

Don’t freak out! I definitely think you could find a beautiful private spot in your hotel if you don’t want to do the cityscape. Just remember the moment is about you and Baconator, the background is just that…background.

2/9/11 @ 6:52 pm (reply)

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Melissa

We started out going the traditional route, but all the photos (and our timeline) swayed us over and now we can’t wait for that moment. We’re going to meet in a vineyard. I think you can have very cool urban photos, though, in your setting–maybe there are other places within the surounding blocks?

A good photog will make it look perfect!

2/9/11 @ 7:04 pm (reply)

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Miss Pain au Chocolat (message) 1,698 posts, Bumble bee

We are definitely doing a first look. As much as I’d like to plan the location and details, I think it’s okay if I let go of controlling (for once) and just live in the moment.

2/9/11 @ 7:08 pm (reply)

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Teresa Mo

Do it in the hotel

2/9/11 @ 8:24 pm (reply)

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Miss Biscuit (message) 624 posts, Busy bee

First looks make my heart happy. I’m so excited for mine because I love looking at other people’s!

2/9/11 @ 9:08 pm (reply)

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Miss Lox (message) 1,128 posts, Bumble bee

Bacon I seriously love city shots. I’m sure you can find something perfect near the hotel. Just scope it out a little!

2/9/11 @ 9:12 pm (reply)

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brookeb269 (message) 98 posts, Worker bee

I would try to do some lakefront pics since you’re on the north side of the city and not far from the beach!

2/9/11 @ 10:34 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Pin Cushion (message) 1,012 posts, Bumble bee

I hear ya on the crying at everything. But let me warn you that just because you cry at your first look doesn’t mean you won’t cry at the ceremony (trust me!)

2/10/11 @ 3:35 am (reply)

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pec1216 (message) 644 posts, Busy bee

I think the elevator idea is cute! With him standing in front of the doors with his back to the doors. That way the photographer can get a picture of the doors opening with you behind him! I think that would be so cute! But hey that might just be me!

2/10/11 @ 9:35 am (reply)

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lars1226 (message) 6 posts, Newbee

I love first look photos! What I love most about them is the expressions on the bride and grooms faces, that’s the moment you are really trying to capture so I wouldn’t worry about the exact location too much. And the city shots you posted above are beautiful too!

2/10/11 @ 10:52 am (reply)

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Mrs. Husky (message) 1,754 posts, Buzzing bee

I love urban first looks - there’s so much beauty in the city, even if it’s a different kind of beautiful than a winery or rose garden! Don’t fret - you’ll find the perfect place.

2/28/11 @ 1:05 pm (reply)

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