As I’ve photographed more weddings as a second shooter and lead photographer, shooting bridal details such as the shoes, invitation, and rings has always been included in the day. These photos help tell the story of the couple. A wedding day involves TWO people getting married and celebrating with family and friends. Even as shooting flat lay details is a “must have” for every bride’s photo list, the groomsmen details are just as important!

Technology is great when it works, but we all know that it’s also unreliable. You can’t take any chances when it comes to your wedding photos. Your photographer may have backed up your images, but you can’t always be sure that you can get another copy. I’m sharing all of the easiest and (free) ways for you to save your wedding photos.

If you search online for new and exciting wedding trends for 2022, you will see all kinds of ideas from wedding planners, magazine editors and event designers about what they see as being popular this year! Even though I’m not the magazine editor for Martha Stewart Weddings, these are some trends that I hope will start and stick around for 2022!