Pre-wedding photoshoot is a perfect way for couples to enjoy their last moments before they tie the knot. The photoshoots should be casual, fun, creative, and romantic to make it more memorable. But it can be costly too. So if you and your partner are planning to sign up for a pre-wedding photography package, be sure to ask every possible question before signing. You need to consider these important things so that you won’t end up paying extra or getting disappointed.
Wedding Dress
Bride
-Check the number and type of gowns provided in the package.
-Can couple use their own gowns and suits? How many gowns are allowed?
-Are heels for the bride included?
-Rental of Accessories (Jewellery, Tiara, Sash, Belt, Veil etc.)
Groom
-Are the groom’s inner shirts, pants and coats already included in the package and no need to bring their own?
-Are shoes for men included?
Make up services
A pre-wedding photoshoot package includes make up services for the shooting day. But you still need to ask these things:
-How many makeup artists and hair stylists will there be?
-Is everything provided such as false eyelashes, mascara and ampoule? If not, how much you need to pay for those things?
-Is there any trial make up?
Wedding Photography
Studio
-How many sets or backgrounds?
-Number of shots allowed.
Outdoor
-Limited number of wedding photography locations
-Is the entrance, admission, or location fees for payable locations included in the package?
-Number of shots allowed.
-Will there be a helper during the photoshoot?
-Is the photography session one to one or one to many? (Some shops has one photographer to 3 couples during the photoshoot)
-Transport fee during photoshoot
-Does it include night shoot?
-If the weather is not good, can the shooting date be changed? Will there be extra charges for adjustment?
Wedding Photos
Album
-Confirm the size
-What materials will be used?
-Confirm the number of pages. How much do you need to pay for extra pages?
Frame
-Confirm the shape and size of the frame
-Does it include bedside photo?
Card
-Confirm the size
DVD
-Will they give a softcopy? (raw file/ touch up file)
-The number of songs allowed for the video.
-Can the couples choose the songs?
-Are behind the scenes included?
Hand Bouquet and Flowers
-Confirm if the hand bouquet is included.
-Bridemaid wrist bracelets/corsages
-Flower pins for men
-Decorations for the wedding car
Other things to consider:
-Can the you choose your photographer?
-If you are not satisfied with the photos, can you re-shoot? How much do you need to pay for that?
-Confirm all extra charges for the makeup service.
There are many bridal shops in Malaysia with different packages and prices. You need to make sure that you sign up for a perfect bridal package that covers everything you need, know the hidden cost and extra charges. Best wishes!
