Move over golden hour: Why 'blue hour' wedding photography is trending
Blue hour wedding photography is the biggest 2025 trend.
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Most bridal couples chase the ‘golden hour’ to add that beautiful warm glow to their wedding pictures.
But if you’re looking to try something new and unique to make your wedding pictures stand out from the rest, then there’s a new trend making waves: the blue hour.
This magical time, just after sunset and before the skies go completely dark, offers stunning, deep blues and violets, creating a totally different, more dramatic vibe for your wedding photos.
This perfectly timed trend creates a cinematic style, giving your photos a sophisticated, editorial feel, almost like something out of a glossy magazine.
While golden hour is undoubtedly beautiful, blue hour provides a distinct aesthetic that's less common.
When your venue or city lights begin to twinkle against that deep blue sky, the effect is absolutely breathtaking.
It also allows for more intimate moments, as this short window often means you and your partner can steal away for quiet, unposed moments, beautifully captured as the day transitions.
If you want to hop on this trend and create these gorgeous shots, here's what you need to know:
Talk to your photographer: Make sure they're experienced with low-light photography and ask to see examples of their blue hour work.
Timing is tight: The blue hour is a quick 20 to 40-minute window right after sunset. This means you have to plan your timeline carefully to fit it in, perhaps during cocktail hour.
Location matters: Open skies, rooftops, or areas with interesting artificial lights work best.
Embrace lights: Fairy lights, lanterns, or venue uplighting look incredible against the cool blue, adding warmth and sparkle.
Relax and connect: The best blue hour photos capture genuine emotion. Just be yourselves and enjoy the moment together.
Don't be afraid to embrace the cool, dramatic beauty of the blue hour.
It's a rising trend for a reason, promising unique and emotionally rich memories of your special day.
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