The average cost of an engagement in the US

In 2020 the average cost of a wedding was 

Weddings didn’t evolve into such elaborate affairs until the 1820s. At that point that meant that the wedding dress was owned not borrowed, there was a floral arrangement and a cake…things have escalated ever so slightly since.

Which country hosts the most expensive weddings?

, the US spends the most on weddings on average. Followed by Spain, Italy and Canada.

We all know that weddings carry high expectations and higher price tags particularly due to all the varying moving parts that need to come together for the extravaganza.

 has found that the most expensive items on the list are:


This doesn’t take into account the average cost of an engagement ring at $5,500.

Nowadays the engagement is much heavier on the pocket than it used to be.

Wedmatch collated information to uncover the average cost of an engagement in the US and found the following:

Average cost of an engagement ring: $5,500

Average cost of an engagement party: $967.50

Average cost of an engagement photographer: $325

The total average cost of an engagement is a whopping $7,817.50 which excludes bachelor and bachelorette parties. 

 found that the average cost of a bachelorette party is $537 per person, with five-day bachelorettes costing as much as $1900 per person.

Getting engaged is a pivotal moment in your life as an adult. You are making the decision to spend your life committed to your person. It’s up there with graduating, getting your dream job and starting a family.

But the commitment part doesn’t cost more than your time and heart.

Expectation has a lot to answer for when it comes to hiking up the price tag on an engagement. Starting with the ring.

The general rule has always been that you should spend 2 to 3 months salary on an engagement ring. When this standard is set, people go to insane lengths to ensure their chosen one has exactly what they deserve. Even if it means getting into debt for it.

 have over 30 years of experience in the market and their take is that the ring budget should be tailored to suit each couple and their lifestyle. Their budget calculator asks questions such as; ‘what type of lifestyle do you have’ and ‘do you have existing debt’ to help couples find a budget that suits them rather than one that suits ill considered expectation.

Wedding planners have always had a place in the wedding day lead up, but what about proposal planners? They are popping up everywhere with companies such as The Heart Bandits claiming to have planned over 4000 proposals over the last decade.

If asking your partner to be your spouse requires hiring a professional planner then your sweet gesture is automatically fuelled up to be a big event.

#shesaidyes has been tagged almost 6 million times, #engaged is home to over 17 million posts and #engagementshoot has over 1 million posts.

Instagram is home to life events we want to share. The BBC found that “42% of couples said they felt under pressure to have a social media-ready wedding and a quarter said they were willing to go over budget in order to achieve an "Instaworthy" day”.

The same rules apply for an engagement with the pressure being put on the proposer to consider everything in preparation for the perfect announcement post.

It has become such a common part of the proceedings that there are tips online to ensure you share your news in the best possible way. These include things like; let your family and friends know first etc.

Over 90% of couples announce their engagement on social media76% of which do so up to two days later

Families are usually well intentioned, but they can get so excited about the big moment that without meaning to they get far too involved.

How many times do couples who are dating get asked “so when you are tying the knot?”. This pressure adds to the anticipation of the proposal, because people are waiting and they are watching.

Once the big question has been popped and answered, there is a flurry of celebration and questions such as; how did they do it? Can we see the ring? Have you set a date?

The traditional favorites have always been; birthdays, anniversaries, christmas, new years eve and valentine's day. Often in restaurants.

, the most popular places to propose in the US are:

A solid marriage is made up of the following:

These are the core pillars to consider. On timing, 1-3 years is a normal relationship period pre proposing but what matters more than that is whether you feel in your heart, soul and gut that you’ve found your person. Another critical point is that you both want and are ready for marriage.

Once you have no doubt in your mind that they are who you want to be with for eternity, then it’s a safe bet that you’re ready to propose.

It doesn’t have to cost you $7,817.50 though!

Whether you’re spending a fortune on a flash mob of 100 or getting down on one knee over your morning coffee at home - it’s the person you’re asking that matters more than anything else.


In 2020 the average cost of a wedding was $19,000.  Weddings didn’t evolve into such elaborate affairs until the 1820s. At that point that meant that the wedding dress was owned not borrowed, there was a floral arrangement and a cake…things have escalated ever so slightly since.

Maya Angelou, American poet and civil rights activist wrote, “Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.”

Angelou’s beautiful quote has now found its way onto the order of service at many weddings. It’ll come as no surprise that it’s proven particularly popular at LGBTQ weddings.

If your big day is on the horizon and you’re looking for something that’s personal to you both as a couple, you’ll find no shortage of meaningful words to choose from. Here are just a few of our favorite LGBTQ wedding readings.

Many couples opt for light-hearted readings to keep their special day fun and entertaining.

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to picking a funny wedding reading. Two of the most popular are Your Personal Penguin by Sandra Boynton and the infamous Lovely Dinosaur Story by Edward Monkton.

We love the sweet sentiment of Your Personal Penguin, a wedding reading which works perfectly for LGBTQ weddings. This reading isn’t gender specific, so it’s suitable for any LGBTQ wedding, with no alterations required.

While Your Personal Penguin is quite lighthearted to begin with, it’s not wholly tongue in cheek. The poem closes with the lines, “Wherever you go, I’ll go there too - Here and there and ev’rywhere - And always with you.” What could be more romantic?

If you’re a fan of dinosaurs (and who isn’t?!) you’ve got to check out the Lovely Dinosaur Story by Edward Monkton.

The dinosaur story follows two lovely dinosaurs, who are each concerned about what they see as flaws in their proposed partner. These include shopping too much, being a little peculiar and being uncommonly fond of things! However, the dinosaurs learn to work together and see the good in one another, before living out their days happily.

If the poem resonates with you, it’d make a great choice at your wedding ceremony. The dinosaurs are gendered in the original, but all pronouns can easily be altered to suit you both.

If you’re planning a dreamy wedding ceremony and you’re looking for a reading to reflect the gravity of the occasion, take a look at these wedding readings. Love is a Temporary Madness and The Art of a Good Marriage work really well at weddings of any style, and have both been known to have guests and newlyweds in floods of (happy) tears!

Love is a Temporary Madness is a famous passage written by Louis de Bernieres, author of the beautifully romantic but utterly heartbreaking Captain Corelli's Mandolin.

The passage explains what love really means to the author, explaining that it is far more than breathlessness, excitement and the promulgation of promises of eternal passion.

Louis de Bernieres concludes that “your mother and I had it, we had roots that grew towards each other underground, and when all the pretty blossom had fallen from our branches we found that we were one tree and not two.”

Wilferd Arlan Peterson’s famous poem The Art of a Good Marriage is ideal for LGBTQ wedding ceremonies.

As the name suggests, this poem gives practical and moving advice on how to make a marriage work. Everything Arlan Peterson recommends applies perfectly to all couples.

Some of our favorite tips provided in this poem include, “it is never being too old to hold hands,” “It is remembering to say “I love you” at least once a day,” and of course, “it is never going to sleep angry.” If that isn't great advice for a happy marriage, we don’t know what is.

If you’re looking for a moving wedding reading that represents queer poets, then look no further. There’s plenty of stunning literature and poetry that has been crafted by members of the LGBTQ community, so you’ll have no trouble finding something that fits your day perfectly.

Our top suggestions on the best wedding readings from queer poets include For the Courtesan Ch’ing, by Wu Tsao and the beautiful Poem for my Love, written by June Jordan.


Best-known as China’s greatest ever lesbian poet, Wu Tsao is famed for her words on yearning and romance.

Wu Tsao’s poem, entitled For the Courtesan Ch’ing, is one of our favorite readings for LGBTQ weddings. This poem is wonderfully sentimental, so it’s a great choice if you’re planning a day that’s all about romance.

The verses include lines that really explain how Tsao felt about her subject. She writes, “I want to possess you completely - Your jade body - And your promised heart.” We particularly love the final lines, “My dear, let me buy a red painted boat - And carry you away.”

June Jordan is a well known American poet, who was celebrated for her activism during her lifetime. Jordan’s poetry centers around themes such as gender and representation, along with ideas about race and immigration.

Take a look through some of June Jordan’s most famous work and you’ll likely find a poem that resonates with you both. One of our favorite poems by June Jordan is ‘Poem for my Love’, a short and sweet, but wonderfully romantic piece that is ideal for wedding celebrations.



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Choosing a reading that reflects the couple is so central to a personalized and meaningful ceremony. Here are some LGBTQ wedding readings to add to your special day.

LGBTQ Wedding Readings

We bet you’ve already started thinking about photography if you’re planning a wedding soon. From the style of photography you’d like, to the props you’re planning on using. There's so much to consider as you plan how best to capture your big day.

 has got to be sparklers. Use sparklers in your photos and you’re guaranteed some amazing images.

Sparklers are a historic invention. While it’s not possible to say for certain who first came up with the idea of a sparkler, they’ve been proven to date back to 670 AD at least.

It’s often said that an architect called Callinicos of Heliopolis designed the first ever sparkler. At the time, it was referred to as a cheirosiphon. Fast forward to the present day and sparklers remain popular at big celebrations and festivities such as the fourth of July. They also work brilliantly at weddings, of course!

The popularity of sparklers at weddings really began to soar in the early 2000s. And that’s largely down to the huge transformations we saw in wedding photography during this era.

In the early 2000s, wedding photographers began experimenting with more unusual ways of capturing images, and found that sparklers worked particularly well. As increasing numbers of people started to see how great wedding photography with sparklers really looked, demand quickly rose.

Today, sparklers are often used to create impactful and atmospheric images featuring happy couples and their guests as they celebrate one of the happiest days of their lives.

If you’re planning on incorporating sparklers into your wedding photography, there are plenty of ways to do so. We’ve seen sparklers used at several different points of the day to create stunning imagery for couples to cherish. Here are a few of our favourites;

The bride’s entrance is one of the most anticipated moments of any wedding. If you’d like to make it even more special, you could provide sparklers to guests. The sparklers can be lit just as the bride is ready to make her entrance. Photographs can then be taken as the bride walks down the aisle, with sparklers lighting up the background for a really dramatic effect.

For a fun take on traditional wedding photography, use sparklers to write your own messages in the sky. Couples can create their own images using symbols or letters written with sparklers, and a skilled photographer will be more than capable of capturing the moment on camera as they do so.

We love a romantic first dance. Create a stunning scene with low lighting, and hand out sparklers to guests as they gather to watch the happy couple take to the floor. The photographer will then be able to take shots of the dance, with the newlyweds beautifully lit by the sparklers guests are holding.

The big exit is another important moment, so make sure you set the scene to get some great photos as you leave your venue. Give guests sparklers to hold up in the night sky as you make your exit, and your photographer will be able to take some incredible shots of you as you bid your guests farewell and make your way into married life!

There are so many different wedding sparklers to choose from, with options to suit all kinds of celebrations. If you’re planning a large wedding with many guests, you might need your sparklers to burn for a longer period of time, to ensure that everyone gets one and is in position for long enough for photos to be taken. If your wedding is going to be a more intimate celebration, you’ll have no trouble creating stunning wedding photography using smaller sparklers which won’t burn for quite as long.

Look into the different sparklers available and consider the burning time, the color and the size of sparklers before you make a decision. Then you’ll be able to choose the best sparklers for your big day, and you’ll be well on your way to creating some showstopping wedding photography.

We love seeing what couples have created with their wedding photographers. Just take a look at some of these examples of sparkler photography to see what can be done. If you find an image you like, make sure you share it with your chosen photographer to see if you can recreate it on your own wedding day.


Whether you’re open to ideas or you’re already feeling inspired, it’s always a good idea to speak to an experienced photographer about how best to capture your wedding celebrations. At 

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Today, sparklers are often used to create impactful and atmospheric images featuring happy couples and their guests as they celebrate one of the happiest days of their lives. 

Wedding Photos with Sparklers

Music is an integral part of every wedding celebration. While the style of music played at weddings varies quite considerably around the world, sentimental songs and atmospheric orchestral pieces are always vitally important in setting the scene for a couple’s big day.

When most people think of wedding music, they’ll immediately start humming the opening of the famous Wedding March. First performed at the 1858 wedding of Queen Victoria’s daughter, Princess Victoria Adelaide Mary Louise, and Frederick William IV of Prussia, the composition is now one of the most famous pieces of wedding music in the world.

Pieces like the Wedding March have definitely stood the test of time, remaining hugely popular to this day. But over the years the music favoured by couples tying the knot has changed enormously.

We decided to find out which wedding songs are now the most popular. So, we started looking into how today’s couples are using music to celebrate on their wedding days.

Our team used data from Spotify to see which music couples are streaming for wedding celebrations. We found out which tunes are most likely to feature on those all-important wedding playlists, and how often the top choices are being blasted from the speakers of wedding venues all over the country.

The most popular wedding songs for today’s couples include everything from romantic ballads and orchestral masterpieces to crowd-pleasing dance floor anthems. Here are the top pieces of wedding music for celebrations in 2022.

Top 20 most popular wedding songs from 2018 - 2022

To find the overall most popular wedding songs we looked at 10,363 Spotify playlists and 856,586 total songs on those playlists.

The playlists we analysed included the following key words: ‘wedding’, ‘wedding prep’, ‘ceremony’, ‘first dance’ and ‘reception’.

According to our data, the most popular wedding song is I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me) by Whitney Houston appeared in the analysed playlists 2,509 times, which was more than any other song. This was followed by Can't Help Falling in Love by Haley Reinhart, Marry You by Bruno Mars, Dancing Queen by ABBA and My Girl by The Temptations.

Bruno Mars featured three times in the top 20, followed by Ed Sheeran and Beyoncè who both appeared twice respectively.

The top 20 most popular wedding songs based on spotify playlists are:

We decided to have a closer look at the data to see what trends we could find when it comes to wedding music over the years. Unsurprisingly after its TikTok popularity, Lizzo’s ‘About Damn Time’ is the only new song to be in the top 50 for 2022 at 29 overall and 14 for Wedding Prep.

Shania Twain’s ‘Man! I feel like a Woman!’ went from being in position 82 in 2020 to 31 in 2021 and eight in 2022 - meaning it has increased drastically in popularity despite being released 23 years ago. ‘Wannabe’ by the Spice Girls has also increased over time, moving from position 37 in 2020, 14 in 2021 and five in 2022.

We believe that songs from the 90’s increasing in popularity in recent years is down to the demographic of people that will likely be getting married in recent years. The 

 is 28 for women and 30 for men, which means that they will have been born in the 90s, potentially explaining this rise for certain songs.

Some songs ranked high for specific moments during the wedding, but not in the overall top 100. Ruelle’s ‘I get to love you’ is in position eight for ceremony music and 11 for first dances but it doesn’t make the top tier list. ‘You are the reason’ by Calum Scott also placed in position four for a first dance in 2022 but not in the top 100 overall. The wedding classic, ‘Mr. Brightside’, was in position 80 in 2019, 36 in 2020, 12 in 2021 and five in 2022 for reception songs.

Pharrell Williams - ‘Happy’, was in the top 50 in 2018 and is now outside the top 500. ‘Moves Like Jagger’ by Maroon 5 and Christina Aguilera was 16th best song for receptions in 2019 but has since been outside the top 100 for the last two years.

Harry Styles and the Spice Girls both added two songs to the top 500 from 2021 to 2022 - ‘As it Was’ and ‘Music for a Sushi Restaurant’ for Harry Styles and ‘Spice up your life’ and ‘Stop’ for the Spice Girls.

Getting ready is almost as big a part of the wedding day as the ceremony itself, so the first part of our research looked at playlists to have on whilst everyone is putting on their finest attire for the big day. The top choices included Whitney Houston’s classic ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)’, and the ever-popular ‘Marry You’ by Bruno Mars. Whitney’s anthem featured on wedding playlists 1,830 times, while Bruno Mars’ Marry You was a close runner-up, at 1,569 times.

The wedding ceremony itself is of course the most important part of the day, so couples are always discerning about their music choices here. Our analysis revealed the most popular wedding songs for the ceremony, according to Spotify streaming data. The most popular song for ceremonies was Haley Reinhart’s version of ‘Can't Help Falling in Love’. Featuring on wedding ceremony playlists 250 times, this was the must-have piece of music for weddings in recent years. This was followed by ‘A Thousand Years’ by Christina Perri (190 playlists) and ‘Better Together’ by Jack Johnson (141 playlists).

The first dance is a historic tradition, dating back to the era when hosts would take to the dance floor to open a ball, before inviting their guests to join them. Today, the vast majority of couples choose to include a first dance at their reception, picking one of their all-time favourite songs to kick off the celebrations. The data from Spotify revealed the songs that are most commonly chosen for the first dance, revealing that the most popular choices here are quite similar to those for the ceremony itself, with Haley Reinhart’s version of ‘Can't Help Falling in Love’ topping the charts once again. Similarly to the ceremony, this was followed by ‘Better Together’ by Jack Johnson (135 playlists), ‘Perfect’ by Ed Sheeran (124 playlists) and ‘Stand by Me’ by Ben E. King (123 playlists).

The reception is a couple’s chance to really celebrate their big day, in the arms of their closest friends and family members. And as the newlyweds start to let their hair down with their guests, those big hits get everyone's feet moving on the dance floor.

Some huge hits appeared in the top choices for wedding receptions, including award-winning pieces from decades gone by and more recent anthems that guests can never resist singing along to. Whitney Houston’s ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)’ was the all-time favourite wedding reception song, featuring 623 times. Other popular songs for the wedding party included ABBA’s ‘Dancing Queen’, which featured 477 times, and Usher’s ‘Yeah! (feat. Lil Jon & Ludacris)’, which appeared 457 times.

The top two choices for wedding receptions for 2022 are the same as the two all time favourites, but this year third place went to ‘September’ by Earth, Wind & Fire. The karaoke classic ‘Mr. Brightside’ by The Killers appeared in fifth place, closely followed by ‘Shut Up and Dance’ by Walk the Moon.

Music has long been used as part of wedding ceremonies and reception celebrations, but over time performances have evolved in line with changing fashions. However, some wedding music, like the ever-popular Wedding March, have remained a constant at Western weddings for many years.

Our research revealed the songs that today’s couples would never be without, from the sentimental songs that seem to sum-up couples’ feelings, to the celebratory hits that create the ultimate party atmosphere.

If you’re planning your wedding, we’re here to help you capture every precious moment so you can look back on it fondly for years to come. Wedmatch matches couples with the perfect 

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The Most Popular Wedding Songs in the US

Weddings in the 1920’s were classically stylish and a lot of fun but what was their choice of flowers, fashion, music, cake and photography like?

Wedding celebrations have changed enormously over the years, with each new decade bringing a whole host of brand new traditions. One of our favorite periods of history has got to be the roaring 20s, when wedding celebrations were chic, stylish and brilliantly entertaining.

Most newlyweds in the roaring 20s were relatively young, especially by today’s standards. Brides, on average, were around 21 years old with grooms only a few years older at 24. So, how did these young couples choose to spend one of the most important days of their lives, and what did their friends and family do to send them on their way into married life?

Take a step back in time with us as we find out all about the weddings of the spectacular 20s, from the venues couples chose to the fabulous outfits they picked for their special day.

In the 1920s, brides wanted to make a statement. They did just that with their bouquets! The bouquets of the era were bold, bright and always oversized. Just take a look at some wedding photography from the time and you’ll see plenty of examples of bouquets that were definitely not designed to fade into the background.

If you’d like to emulate the look for your wedding, be brave with your floral designs. Ask your florist for something inspired by the roaring 20s and let them work their magic to create a showstopper of a bouquet for you.

The 1920s was a monumental decade for fashion. It was a period of fun and frivolity, and fashion reflected this. Bridal trends took inspiration from the most popular looks of the time, and began to take on a more streamlined silhouette. We also saw lower waistlines and necklines, along with beautifully intricate detailing such as embroidery, beading and the finest finishing touches.

Brides tended to accessorize with headdresses, but veils also remained popular. Many brides also chose to finish their look with cloche hats, a staple of 1920s fashion that perfectly complemented some of the more relaxed wedding styles of the day.

Music is of course essential for any wedding celebration, and things were no different in the 1920s. Guests usually partied to the sounds of live jazz bands or blues musicians. Well-to-do couples treated their guests to some fanciful entertainment, with live singers often appearing at evening parties.

Some of the most popular songs of the time included jazz hits such as "Dinah" and "Bye Bye Blackbird". There were huge transformations in the world of dance during this time too, with the new dances of the era taking over dance floors at weddings all over the country. Popular choices included everything from the Waltz and the Tango to the Foxtrot and of course the Charleston.

Wedding cakes started to become far more common during the 1920s, with the introduction of more affordable options that most couples could treat themselves to. Art deco styling made a regular appearance on wedding cakes during this period, with some couples really pushing the boat out when it came to wedding cake design.

The royal wedding of King George VI in 1923 provided plenty of inspiration for engaged couples. The cake at this wedding was no less than 10 feet high! The 800-pound creation was intricately decorated with cherubs, flowers and iced figurines, and many couples sought to emulate it over the years that followed.

 in the 1920s, but photography did start to become a far more common part of wedding planning during this time. Look back over old photographs from the era and you’ll find that the images were quite formal in nature, with couples and close family members usually posed outside of the wedding venue.

In the 1920s, couples tended to have relatively few wedding portraits taken, so there weren’t so many photos for the happy couple to look back on afterward. However, the photography of the era is brilliant if you’re looking for inspiration for a roaring 20s style wedding. Browse the impressive collection of roaring 20s wedding photography, compiled by the National Portrait Gallery, to see how couples were styled during the period.

We love looking back at images of the weddings of the past to see how couples have celebrated their love through the ages. The weddings of the roaring 20s were as bold, entertaining and exciting as you might expect, with everything from fashion and music to the flowers and cakes designed to make an impression. And of course, wedding photographers were always there to capture those stunning 20s styles. If you’re looking for an amazing photographer for your special day, we’re here to help. Use 

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What Were Weddings Like in the 1920’s?

One of the most important decisions you will make when planning your wedding is how long you need a photographer.

Many couples choose to have a photographer for the entire day, from getting ready until the end of the reception. However, this is only sometimes necessary.

This blog post will discuss how long you should have a photographer at your wedding and what to expect from their services.

Why do you need a Wedding Photographer at all?

Wedding photography is an art form that captures the moments and emotions of a wedding day. Your wedding photographer is someone who has been trained in the art of capturing those special moments and preserving them for a lifetime.

A good wedding photographer will be able to tell the story of your wedding day through their photographs. They will capture the laughter, the tears, and the little moments in between. They will work with you to create a custom photography package that meets your needs and budget.

So if you're looking for someone to capture all of the special moments from your big day, hire a qualified wedding photographer.

Average Time a Photographer Spends at a Wedding

In general, most photographers will spend 8 hours at a wedding. This includes the time spent capturing the ceremony and reception and posed portraits after the fact.

However, some photographers will only spend 4 hours at a wedding. They will likely only capture the wedding ceremony and a few posed portraits in this case.

It is important to discuss your expectations with your photographer before the wedding so that you can agree on the amount of time they will spend at your wedding.

How Long Should You Have a Photographer at Your Wedding?

Now that you know who a wedding photographer is and what they do, you may wonder how long you should have them at your wedding.

The answer to this question depends on a few factors, including:

The number of people in your wedding party

Let's dive deep into each of these factors to help you determine how long you should have a photographer at your wedding.

Your wedding budget is one of the most important factors to consider when deciding how long to have a photographer at your wedding.

While it is possible to find affordable wedding photographers, it is important to remember that you get what you pay for. If you hire a cheap photographer, you may not be happy with the quality of their work.

On the other hand, hiring a more expensive photographer may mean you will get better results. Be sure to research and read reviews before making your final decision.

The size and scope of your wedding will also affect how long you need a photographer. If you are having a small, intimate wedding with only a few guests, you may only need a photographer for part of the day.

In this case, it may be sufficient to have them capture the ceremony and some posed portraits after the fact.

On the other hand, if you are having a large, formal wedding with hundreds of guests, you will likely need a photographer for the entire day. This way, they can capture the important moments, from the bride getting ready to the last dance at the reception.

The Number of People at Your Wedding Party

Another factor to consider is the number of people at your wedding party. If you have a very large wedding party, it will be important to have a photographer capture all posed portraits, such as cake cutting and family photos.

This way, everyone will have a nice photo to remember the day. However, you may only need a little time to pose portraits if you have a small wedding party. In this case, it may be sufficient to have the photographer capture some candid shots throughout the day.

Another factor affecting how long you need a photographer is the number of guests at your wedding. If you are expecting a large number of guests, the photographer may need to capture some shots of the guests arriving and mingling.

However, this may not be necessary if you only expect a small number of guests.

Another important factor to consider is the location of your wedding. If you are getting married in a large church or banquet hall, you will likely need a photographer for the entire day.

However, if you are getting married in a small chapel or outdoor ceremony site, you may only need a photographer for part of the day. You only need a person for a wedding reception. If you have the same location on both days, you might need more budget for best-ready photos.

The time of day of your wedding will also affect how long you need a photographer. If you are having a morning wedding, you may only need a photographer for part of the day.

However, if you are having an afternoon or evening wedding, you will likely need a photographer for the entire day. This way, they can capture the important moments, from the bride getting ready to the last dance at the reception.

As you can see, there are various factors to consider when deciding how long to have a photographer at your wedding. Be sure to consider all of these factors when making your final decision.

Does It Matter How Long My Photographer Is At My Wedding?

When it comes down to it, the most important thing is that you are happy with the results. If you are happy with the wedding photos your photographer takes, then it doesn't matter how long they were at your wedding.

However, if you are not happy with the photos, you may wish you had hired a photographer for the entire day.

Only you can decide what is best for your wedding. Be sure to consider all of the factors and make the right decision for you.

Factors to Consider When Hiring a Wedding Photographer

When you are hiring a wedding photographer, there are a few factors you should take into consideration. Here are a few of the most important factors to keep in mind:

One of the first things you should consider is the style of photography you want. Do you want traditional posed portraits, or do you want more candid shots?

Do you want formal photos, or do you want more relaxed and fun photos? Once you have decided on the style of photography you want, you can narrow your search to photographers who specialize in that style.

Another important factor to consider is the number of photos you want. Do you want a few hundred photos, or do you want a few thousand?

Some photographers will charge by the hour, while others will charge by the number of photos they take.

Be sure to consider how many photos you want before hiring a photographer.

Of course, you also want to ensure you get high-quality photos. Be sure to look at examples of the photographer's work before hiring them.

You should also make sure they are using high-quality equipment. Otherwise, you may not be happy with the results.

Finally, you need to consider how much you are willing to pay for a wedding photographer. Wedding photography can be expensive, so set a budget before you start your search. For the best and most detail shots, you'll need more budget.

Once you have considered all of these factors, you will be able to find the perfect wedding photographer for your needs.

By keeping these factors in mind, you can be sure you are hiring the right photographer for your big day. So, don't wait any longer; start your search today!

If you are looking for a wedding photographer, look no further than Wedmatch. We can help you find the perfect photographer for your big day.

We offer a wide range of services, so we are sure to have something that meets your needs. And we are always happy to answer any questions you may have.

There are many reasons to choose Wedmatch, but here are just a few:

We have a wide range of services to choose from.

We are always happy to answer any questions you may have.

We have a team of experts who are ready to help you.

If you are looking for a wedding photographer, contact Wedmatch today!

Now that you know more about how long you need a photographer at your wedding, you may still have some questions. Here are a few of the most frequently asked questions about wedding photography:

Q: How long does the average wedding photography session last?

A: The average wedding photography session lasts about 8 hours; in some weddings, it's six hours. However, this can vary depending on the wedding type and the photography style you want.

Q: Do I need a photographer for the entire day?

A: It depends. If you are having a morning wedding, you may only need a photographer for part of the day. However, if you are having an afternoon or evening wedding, you will likely need a photographer for the entire day.

Q: How much does it cost to hire a wedding photographer?

A: Wedding photography can be expensive. The average cost of a wedding photography package is $2,000. However, this can vary depending on the length of the session, the number of photos you want, and the quality of photos you want.

A: While it is not required, it is always appreciated if you tip your photographer. It is a nice way to say thank you for their hard work.

Q: What should I do if I'm unhappy with the photos?

A: If you are unhappy with the photos, speak with your photographer. They may be able to retake the photos or edit them to your liking.

Now that you know the answers to these frequently asked questions, you can be sure you are prepared for your big day. It is time to start your wedding planning!

How many hours of wedding photography do you need? That's a question that can be answered in many ways. Some couples want their photographer around for the entire wedding day coverage, from getting ready to the end of the reception.

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