You can start planning whenever you want, most of our clients start planning one year prior to their wedding.
What kind of services do you provide?
● Wedding gowns
● Bridesmaid dresses
● Makeup and Hairstyle
● Custom-made Invitation cards
● Entertainment DJ and MC
● Cold Sparkler machine
● Photography
● Photo Booth
● Videography
● Decoration
● Floral arrangement
Can you suggest a few outdoor locations for a Pre-Wedding photoshoot?
We sure can! Here’s a list of some popular locations:
● Long Island: (Permit fee required)
○ Old Westbury Garden: $275 weekdays (the garden is closed every Tuesdays, from May to October), $350 weekends. Our studio can complete the application on your behalf.
○ Planting Fields Arboretum: $200 (Pay at the entrance)
○ Sands Point Preserve (Castle): $350 (Pay at the entrance)
● Brooklyn:
○ Dumbo Area (Free), Jane’s Carousel
○ Brooklyn Bridge Park – DUMBO
○ Williamsburg, Brooklyn
● Manhattan:
○ Bethesda’s Fountain – CENTRAL PARK
○ The High Line – CHELSEA
○ The West Village
○ Soho – Lower East Side, New York City
● Upstate NY:
○ Mohonk Mountain (Clients would need to apply for the permit)
○ Bear Mountain
How should we prepare for our Pre-Wedding Photoshoot?
• Bride: a manicure is recommended for those close up shots! Wear a strapless bra, short leggings, bring high heels and comfortable shoes. For hair and makeup, wash your hair the night before and do not apply any makeup in the morning. You can bring your own makeup foundation if you have sensitive skin.
• Groom: Bring your own white colored shirt, black socks, black shoes and perhaps a cufflink for the dress shirt. You’re more than welcome to prepare your own collection of outfits and accessories!
Have a good night’s rest the day before your photoshoot. If you’re camera shy, try to practice posing in front of the mirror if you have time. Relax and have fun! Feel free to bring any props or anything meaningful to you to your photoshoot session.
What’s the payment process like?
You would need to place an initial deposit for holding the date. We will collect the 2nd payment on the day of your Pre-Wedding photo-shoot, which is 25%-50% of the full balance of your wedding package. The final payment is due 1-2 weeks before your wedding day. As for clients who are only using our Pre-Wedding Photography service, the full balance will be due on the day of your photoshoot. We accept personal checks and cash. If paying by check, please make it payable to “Wedding Hills”. Clients would need to take care of the Service Tips for our staff, and be responsible for Transportation and Outdoor Application/Permit Fees if applicable.
Can we customize our wedding package?
Of course! We can help you create your own package according to your needs.
When should we start fitting after booking your services?
You can schedule an appointment for a fitting as soon as you book.
● Bride- you can choose one dress for your Pre-Wedding Session first. Afterwards, you can work on choosing your outfits for your Wedding Day
● Groom- One Tuxedo for Pre-Wedding Session, one Tuxedo for Wedding Day
● Bridal Party- You can choose the color of the dress first, then your bridesmaids can schedule a time to come separately for a fitting and choose a style of their choice. Or you can come with your bridesmaids for their fitting.
What if my Bridal Party is not in NY?
You can ask them to send you their measurements first, then you can email the info to us. You should choose a color for the bridesmaid dress as well, and we will hold the dress for them according to their measurements. Once they’re in NY, they should schedule time for a fitting as soon as possible.
How long should we expect to get our wedding photos back?
• Pre-Wedding: 6-8 weeks
• Wedding Day: 8-12 weeks
Please feel free to contact our associates regarding any special requests to expedite this process.
How long should we expect to get our wedding video back?
Wedding Day video: 10-14 weeks
When should we finalize everything?
Typically one to two weeks before your wedding day.
When should we meet with MC?
We suggest that you meet with the MC three months before your wedding.
Do you provide on-site service for makeup?
Yes, for an on-site service fee and it will depend on the party size and destination.
How long does it take for hair and makeup?
• Bridal hair and makeup: 2 – 2.5 hours
• Mom’s hair and makeup: 45 min – 1 hour
• Bridesmaids’ hair and makeup: 1 – 1.5 hours
How long does your studio store digital files?
Our studio will store all digital and analog negatives up to 18 monthsafter the wedding or portrait session. After such time, the studio will delete all files and will no longer be responsible to store or archive any wedding or portrait files. All data (including photos/video/slideshow/ album designs) will be ERASED from our system after EIGHTEEN (18) months from the date CD/USB (Picture/video) it is PICKED UP. It is the Client’s responsibility to ensure that all albums and other product requirements in the package are submitted to the Studio at a timely manner.