June, 18  2025

The Ultimate Wedding Day Detail Checklist: What to Set Aside for Your Photographer

Your wedding day deserves to be captured with elegance and intention—right down to the smallest details. At Treadway & Co. Weddings, we believe that these quiet, personal elements—the heirloom jewelry, your custom vows, the delicate calligraphy on your invitations—tell your love story just as powerfully as the portraits and first look.

To help you prepare for stunning flat lays and detail photos, we’ve created the ultimate guide to everything you should set aside for your photographer on the morning of your wedding.

Why Details Matter
Detail photos set the tone for your wedding album. They capture the style, story, and artistry behind your day. These pieces often go unnoticed in the whirlwind, but with thoughtful styling, they become timeless heirlooms.

To ensure nothing gets missed, we recommend gathering all your details into a small box or tote the night before. Then, assign a trusted bridesmaid or your planner to pass them to us when we arrive. Easy, stress-free, and oh-so-worth it.


Engagement ring
Bride’s wedding band
Groom’s wedding band (if available)
Ring box (bonus: velvet, custom, or heirloom boxes)

Full invitation suite: invite, RSVP, and details card
Envelope with calligraphy or stamp
Save-the-date (optional)
Wax seals, ribbon, or floral embellishments

Earrings, necklace, bracelet
Hair accessories or clips
Watch (if worn)
Garter or gloves

Wedding dress (on a custom hanger)
Veil or cape
Shoes (cleaned and ready)
Perfume bottle (a beautiful one is a great styling piece)

Bridal bouquet
Loose florals or greenery from your florist
(Pro tip: ask your florist for a few extra stems for styling)

Custom vow books
Letters or gifts exchanged with your partner
Family heirlooms (locket, brooch, handkerchief)
“Something old, new, borrowed, blue”

Wedding day clutch
Monogrammed napkins or fabric swatches
Compact mirror or pretty touch-up items



Floral Touches

Sentimental Touches

Extras

 Bridal Attire

 Jewelry & Accessories

Rings

 Invitation Suite

Use custom hangers for your dress and veil. Wooden or engraved ones look timeless in photos.
Vow books add a romantic, personal element—plus, they photograph far better than torn notebook paper.
Ring boxes with texture or personalization give your photos a luxury touch. Velvet, linen, or vintage boxes are favorites.
Florals can tie everything together—soften edges, fill negative space, and bring in your wedding colors.

Designate a bridesmaid or planner to keep everything together in a “detail box” and hand it off when we arrive. This small step saves time and helps us create the magic without interrupting your glam time.

We’ve created a beautiful, shareable PDF you can print or send to your planner:


Final Thought
You’ve spent months curating the style of your wedding day—let’s make sure those meaningful details are documented with the same love and artistry you put into planning them.

At Treadway & Co. Weddings, we don’t just take photos—we craft a legacy.

Styling Tips for Elegant Flat Lays

Delegate with Confidence

Download the Printable Checklist

Download the Printable Checklist

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