Planning a 2025 wedding? We’ve done our research, as a wedding photography and videography vendor, and here are the trends we can expect to see more of in 2025! Keep these trends in mind when making your day-of-shot list or even when picking your style of photography/videography. Find what feels right for you as a couple – Don’t feel pressure to hop on any of these bandwagons just because they’re “trendy”!
- Documentary-Style > Posed
We are seeing less and less stiff, overly posed wedding photos. Which, in our opinion, is the MOVE for your wedding content! More documentary-style photography & videography tells a story of your love and big day rather than a bunch of posed, awkward feeling photos. We’re talking about the emotional hug from your mom before the ceremony, your partner’s face lighting up when they see you for the first time, or that high-energy feeling from your dance floor during the reception.
This movement towards real, authentic storytelling isn’t just a trend – it’s a complete shift in how we document love stories. As photographers and videographers, we’re becoming more like photojournalists, blending into the background to capture those raw, emotional moments that tell your unique story as a couple!
- Drone Usage
The aerial photography game is reaching new heights (pun absolutely intended). Drones are becoming more normalized, quieter, and capable of capturing absolutely amazing shots that you wouldn’t be able to see during the moment. Imagine seeing your venue from above, your first dance with your family and friends surrounding you, or that incredible sunset ceremony from a perspective that captures the whole picture.
With drones, you can do more than just get snapshots of the scene. The latest updates of drone tech allows for more creative angles that add a whole new dimension to your wedding content.
- Playing with Shadows & Natural Light
We’re seeing a massive shift toward working with natural light in new and creative ways. Photographers are becoming masters at using golden hour to their advantage, playing with shadows, and creating absolutely magical moments using nothing but natural lighting!
This isn’t about basic backlit photos – we’re talking about sophisticated techniques that are subtle but works of art. Think sun flares that look like a special effect or the late afternoon light creating a natural spotlight during your first dance.
- Nostalgia & Vintage-Inspired
Retro photography and videography vibes are making a major comeback in 2025. But not in a “parent’s wedding album” way – we’re talking about modern trends meeting retro vibes in the BEST way possible.
Super 8 film, grainy textures, light leaks, and those warm & muted tones are being integrated into the modern wedding content. It’s about creating timeless images that feel both nostalgic and completely fresh at the same time.
Now, before you get overwhelmed thinking you need to incorporate every single one of these trends, remember this: the best wedding photos and videos are the ones that feel authentically YOU. Maybe you’re all about that vintage vibe, or maybe you’re more excited about those cool drone shots. Whatever speaks to you guys as a couple – that’s what we should focus on.
Here’s our advice for 2025 couples:
- Choose photographers and videographers who understand YOUR vision
- Don’t be afraid to mix traditional and trendy (it can still be “timeless” while being creative)
- Focus on what feels authentic to your love story
- Think about how and what you want to remember about your day 20 years from now
- Trust your gut – if something feels forced or wrong, it probably is
The best part about all these trends? They’re all about capturing real moments in creative, beautiful ways. Whether you’re into using new tech or sticking to the traditional vibes, the focus is on authenticity and telling your unique love story.
Trends come and go, but what matters most is capturing the genuine emotion and joy of your wedding day. Choose the style that resonates with you and your partner, and trust your photographers & videographers to document your day in a way that feels true to who you are as a couple.
Here’s to 2025, your wedding year – may your photos and videos be as epic as your love story! And hey, if you’re vibing with this documentary-style, authentic approach to capturing weddings… well, you know where to find us. (Wink, wink!)
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