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Ritz Carlton Bal Harbour Wedding: Reinhard & Yaritza

Ritz Carlton Bal Harbour Wedding: Reinhard & Yaritza

Orlando Wedding Photographer | Orlando Wedding Videographer | Unashamed Imaging

Yaritza and Reinhard Schneider and this pair opted to break tradition and the outcome was so sweet. Age old superstitions have embedded in our minds that seeing your beau before the ceremony is bad luck. The tradition stems from a time when arranged marriages - which were typically symbolized as business deals, were custom. Back then, a bride's father's would prohibit the groom from seeing their daughters in fears of them calling the wedding off, if they find their daughter's unattractive. Oh - and wearing a veil? Well that was another measure to keep the bride covered until she arrived at the altar! Wow, some tradition - and considering its archaic nature, we think it's time for modern brides to slowly diminish this practice!

Yaritza and Reinhard were married at the beautiful Ritz Carlton in Bal Harbour, Florida. The weather was perfect and the ceremony location (on the beach) was so beautifully setup. Their beautiful wedding was also featured on Munaluchi Bridal.

Take a glimpse at this heartfelt moment below while reading more commentary from me (as their videographer). I share a few "filmmaker gems" on how to nail a successful first look video!

How They Met: (Yaritza) "He was a bartender at a club I went to often with friends. He had been working there six years, yet I never met nor saw him all the times I went. We were introduced briefly by one of my co-workers. She had been dating his friend from college. My co-worker and I returned to the club three days later. It was the eve of Valentines Day. By the end of night he pulled me away and kissed me. He asked me to be his Valentine and I said "Yes!" It had been five years since either of us had a valentine. Four days later he asked me to be his girlfriend and I said "Yes!" And here we are 6.5 years strong. " Why They Chose To Do a First Look; We expected the day of the wedding to be crazy and by doing our first look we were able to have a moment to ourselves. It also helped reduce the nerves. We felt a first look would give us a more intimate moment and also give us more time during the cocktail hour to take pictures with family and wedding party."

Tips for A Successful "First Look":

There are definitely pros and cons to doing a First Look, but from my experience, if the couple's follow their photographer/videographers direction the pros outweigh the cons. Here are some tips to a successful First Look. 1. Create a Wedding Timeline that includes the First Look and doesn't rush on the time needed to do so.

2. Allow your Photographer(s) or Videographer(s) to select the best location for the First Look. They have the expertise to make the First Look a success.

3. Willing member(s) of the Groom and Bridal Party: At least one person from each to assist the couple to meet, but separated of course.

4. Bring the Groom down at least 10 minutes before the Bride is escorted to the location.

5. The willing member(s) of the Groom and Bridal Party that escorted the Bride/Groom to the First Look location need to let the couple embrace and enjoy the moment after they've brought the couple to the location.

6. Brides, don't be afraid to cry. This is a private and meaningful moment.

​ Vendors:

Cinematography: Unashamed Imaging ​Ceremony Venue: The Ritz Carlton Pre Ceremony Venue: The Ritz Carlton

Reception Venue: The Ritz Carlton

Wedding Gown Designer: Allure Bridal Bride Accessories: Arley Hoyos

Hair Piece: Maria Elena Hairpieces Shoes: Casadei Rings: Kay Jewelers

Groom Attire: J. Ferrar

Bridesmaid Dresses: Dessy

Groomsmen Attire: Mr. Tux

DJ: Miami DJs

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