We\u2019ve seen it so many times: perfect aisle shots shattered because there\u2019s a sea of smart phones being stuck out by guests, trying to nab their shots too. Remember that the couple you\u2019re there to celebrate with have invested a lot in their photographer and chosen them carefully<\/a>. Give them space to work their magic!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n DO stick to the schedule.<\/p>\n Perhaps the couple have earmarked a spot in the ceremony for you to take photos, when the photographer is finished. Or, they\u2019ve gathered on the lawn pre-couple\u2019s portraits to let you get snap happy. Make use of these moments, then respect the boundaries at other times.<\/p>\n DON\u2019T share photos before the evening guests have arrived.<\/p>\n Sharing photos too soon really can ruin weddings\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n The couple will want their evening guests to get the same surprise as you did. We\u2019ve even heard horror stories where bridesmaids are so keen they upload pictures of the bride to social media before the ceremony has even begun. Surely posting those selfies can wait just a few hours more?<\/p>\n DO share photos of the newlyweds at their best.<\/p>\n Brides always look beautiful, but that doesn\u2019t mean we don\u2019t all end up with some awkward photos. Perhaps you caught the couple mid-sentence so their grin is more of a gurn\u2026 Any which way, only share photographs of the couple looking their brilliant, loved-up, happiest best. Equally, any mishaps or accidents should not be shared on social media unless the couple see the funny side and give you the go ahead.<\/p>\n DON\u2019T become a caption critic.<\/p>\n While we\u2019re sure you wouldn\u2019t be critical in person, captions for photos uploaded to social media are also not the place for negative comments, feedback or critique.<\/p>\n Remember that attending a wedding means witnessing a very special, private and intimate moment for a couple as they commit to becoming husband and wife. That means their wishes go, so don\u2019t splash their photos all over social media without their say so.<\/p>\n DON\u2019T live stream the wedding.<\/p>\n Whether it\u2019s via Facebook or Instagram, this one is a big no-no. You\u2019re attending a private, personal celebration by invitation only \u2013 and that invitation does not extend to your entire social media friends list! So, unless you\u2019ve been specifically asked to by the couple, steer clear of live streaming any part of their wedding.<\/p>\n DO use dedicated social media platforms.<\/p>\n Whether they\u2019ve set up a wedding hashtag or purchased a custom Snapchat filter for the celebrations, social media etiquette encourages you to embrace it! You\u2019ll create a personal, real album of the day for them, which everyone will love.<\/p>\n DON\u2019T post photos until you\u2019ve had the go ahead.<\/p>\n It may be that after the evening celebration is in full swing, the social media etiquette rules relax. But not every couple feels the same \u2013 some might want to reveal the first wedding photo themselves, others might want to wait for the polished professional pictures and some might not mind at all. If in doubt, wait for the couple to share something first. This is a cue that you are good to go!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Whether you’re a guest looking for guidance or a stressed-out bride in need of advice, these are the 9 social media etiquette rules for a happy wedding day Continue reading ![\"Pin](\"https:\/\/i.pinimg.com\/736x\/07\/24\/a7\/0724a78bca2e202f37f555e56c50c8c1.jpg\")
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