Planning your pre-wedding shoot should be just as exciting as your big day! It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate your love story in a relaxed, creative, and romantic setting—without the pressure of wedding day timelines. As a Mumbai wedding photographer, I’ve captured countless pre-wedding moments across the city, and I’m here to share top tips to make yours truly unforgettable.
1. Choose a Location That Reflects Your Story
Your pre-wedding shoot should feel personal and meaningful. Whether you met at a college campus, love beach walks, or enjoy exploring old forts, choose a location that reflects who you are as a couple.
Popular Pre-Wedding Locations in Mumbai:
Bandra Fort & Bandstand
Marine Drive at sunrise
Gateway of India
Aarey Forest for rustic charm
Sanjay Gandhi National Park for nature lovers
We also recommend specially designed pre-wedding photography sets like Sets in the City and Cine City.
2. Find the Right Photographer
This might sound obvious, but finding the right wedding and family photographer is crucial. Look for someone who makes you feel comfortable, understands your vibe, and specializes in candid wedding photography.
🎯 Pro Tip: Choose a photographer whose portfolio feels effortless, fun, and full of real emotions.
3. Plan Your Outfits Thoughtfully
Your outfits should complement each other and the setting. Avoid clashing patterns and go for coordinated colors. If you're shooting at multiple locations, bring outfit changes for variety.
Outfit Ideas:
Flowy dresses for beach shoots
Ethnic wear for heritage sites
Casual, everyday looks for café/street shots
4. Timing is Everything
Golden hour (just after sunrise or just before sunset) offers the best lighting for dreamy, romantic photos. Avoid mid-day when the sun is harsh—especially in Mumbai’s tropical climate.
📸 Pro Tip: Discuss your shoot schedule with your wedding photographer to plan around the light.
5. Be Yourself & Have Fun!
The best candid wedding photography happens when you’re just being you—laughing, dancing, whispering secrets, or even just sharing quiet moments.
❤️ The camera loves real emotions. So forget the poses and focus on each other. Let your photographer worry about the rest!
6. Incorporate Personal Touches
Whether it’s your pet, your favorite book, or the bike you ride together—add details that make the shoot uniquely yours.
🐾 Bring props or elements that tell your story, and make the shoot feel authentically "you".
Final Thoughts
Your pre-wedding shoot is the start of your wedding journey, and it should feel joyful, natural, and full of connection. With a thoughtful plan and the right Mumbai wedding photographer, your photos will become timeless keepsakes you'll treasure forever.
Ready to make magic happen? Let Marigold Memories capture your love story in the most authentic, beautiful way possible.
📍 Based in: Mumbai
🌐 Website: www.marigoldmemories.com
📱 Instagram: @marigoldmemories123
📞 Contact/WhatsApp: +91 99301 45173
🌐 Website: www.marigoldmemories.com
📱 Instagram: @marigoldmemories123
📞 Contact/WhatsApp: +91 99301 45173