Why You Should Consider a First Touch on Your Wedding Day
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There are so many magical moments woven throughout your wedding day—but one that’s growing in popularity, and stealing hearts along the way, is the First Touch.
A First Touch is an incredibly intimate alternative to a First Look. It's a quiet, emotionally charged moment where you and your partner connect before the ceremony—without actually seeing each other. Often standing on either side of a door or wall, you'll hold hands, exchange letters, share a prayer or simply take a few deep breaths together before stepping into the whirlwind of the day.
So, why choose a First Touch?
1. It calms the nerves.
Your wedding day is filled with excitement—but also, naturally, a few butterflies. Taking a moment to hear your partner’s voice or feel their hand in yours can ground you and bring instant calm before your walk down the aisle.
2. It preserves the big reveal.
Love the idea of seeing each other for the first time at the ceremony? A First Touch lets you keep that tradition, while still sharing a private, powerful moment beforehand.
3. It’s beautifully emotional.
Whether you're whispering sweet words, exchanging heartfelt letters, or simply soaking it all in together, First Touches often create some of the most raw, real, and tender moments of the entire day.
4. It photographs beautifully.
This moment isn’t staged—it’s sincere, vulnerable, and filled with anticipation. That emotion is gold for your photographer, who can capture the connection between you without ever showing your faces together.
5. It’s your moment, your way.
Like everything on your wedding day, there’s no right or wrong way to do it. Some couples read private vows. Some laugh through the nerves. Others just hold hands in silence. The magic is in making it your own.
Thinking of including a First Touch in your wedding timeline?
I’d love to help you plan it! From location ideas to coordinating timing and working with your photographer, it’s a small but meaningful detail that can add so much heart to your day.