There’s no denying the size of the wedding industry. With the average day now costing a cool £20,000 (that’s a big chunk of change!), weddings are serious business and many brides turn to wedding bloggers to find inspiration, creativity and ways to cut costs.
Wedding bloggers – love ‘em or leave ‘em?
A Guest Blog from our resident wedding photographer, Kerry McNair.
Wedding blogs are hugely popular – they offer useful advice on planning your special day, complete with beautiful photography to help you visualise your ideas. There’s also a great community within wedding blogging and you’ll always find someone to help you find the perfect dress or source an unusual centrepiece.
Wedding Photography, by Kerry McNair
I thought it’d be useful to list some of my favourite bloggers, who cater for a wide range of weddings, themes and tastes:
- Style Me Pretty – a US blog showcasing beautiful brides and their personalised weddings. Very sweet and all-American.
- Rock ‘n’ Roll Bride – great for brides who have an alternative style. Features ‘kickass weddings in an […] often puke-worthy wedding world’.
- Love My Dress – glamorous, elegant, chic and vintage weddings with a general air of prettiness.
- OMG I’m Getting Married – for fashion-forward brides, covering retro chic, designer and funky weddings.
- Boho Weddings and Events – want an alternative, boho-style day? Check out the individual weddings featured here.
- Junk Shop Bride – shabby chic, pre-loved, handmade and DIY weddings are what’s it’s all about at Junk Shop Bride.
- Rock My Wedding – this blog caters for sophisticated, edgy and unforgettable weddings.
Wedding Photography, by Kerry McNair
Wedding blogs are great for brides looking for DIY ideas or unusual, quirky touches, but if you’re a more traditional bride and don’t think these blogs really cater for you, have a read of this article. I love it because the writer recognises that not all brides are rock and roll, like the vintage look or have the time to grow their own flowers. It’s a bit controversial but that’s the beauty of it – it says what some of us are already thinking and is a great comfort if you feel a little left out of the wedding blogger world.
Wedding Photography, by Kerry McNair
However you decide to get inspired for your big day, I hope these links help. Enjoy!
For photographs that capture your day perfectly check out www.kerrymcnairphotography.co.uk.