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Buzzing With Beauty At Baywood Greens

Wow…talk about a view!

We were so thrilled when Megan and Matthew asked us to document their big day at Baywood Greens in Long Neck, Delaware. The day was filled with beautiful moments, breathtaking scenery, and plenty of laughs along the way.

It was such a pleasure working with the team from Elevee Events. They coordinated this day so perfectly!

We were able to capture priceless footage of Megan and her bridal party sharing many fun-filled moments while preparing. We also got to watch several heartfelt exchanges between Megan and her parents.

Baywood Greens proved to be a gorgeous venue for this lovely couple. The scenery blew us away over and over again.

Philip Gabriel Photography was also there to capture these unforgettable moments in photos. We know Megan and Matthew will cherish this special day with their family and friends for years to come!

The night ended with Mr. & Mrs. running between their guests as bright sparklers lit up the night. Congratulations Megan and Matt! Best wishes from the Allure team!

Click here to speak with an Allure Films team member about our wedding videography packages.

Have a look at a preview from their big day below:

Philip Gabriel Photography | Hank Lane – Billy Stone Band | Elevee Events | Baywood Greens

Remy & Brett’s Wedding at Vie

Allure Films | Philip Gabriel Photography | Vie | EBE – Dreamtime | Jamie Rothstein Floral & Event Design

Capture Every Last Detail With A Time Lapse Video!

So much time goes into your wedding day – capture every second of it with a time lapse video!

Time lapse is a creative way to showcases just how all of the magic happened on your big day. It’s a behind-the-scenes look that adds an exciting twist to your wedding video.

Your team spent hours on planning, lighting, floral design, space transformation, setting out linens, and moving around furniture. All of that hard work should be shared as well as remembered!

A time lapse video clip shows how all of these elements contributed to the creation of your dream day. You and your family and friends will be wowed when you see this short clip in your final wedding film.

Check out how Allure Films captured this Philadelphia wedding in a time lapse video montage!

“Time-lapse is an important part of what we do – it’s a great way to share your story from the view of the team that helped design and construct such a special day. It’s all about capturing the essence of how much time and effort went into the creation of your wedding. We have the technology and capabilities to time lapse all weddings so no detail is missed.” – Allure Films

Contact Allure Films today for more information on our Philadelphia wedding videography packages!

Rehearsal Dinner Video: Why It Can Make Your Wedding Film Unforgettable

Don’t Overlook Your Rehearsal Dinner!

This pre-wedding tradition is often the first time that many of the important people in the bride and groom’s lives are all together.

It’s a time to celebrate the couple, reflect on their lives, and make memorable speeches.

Since these moments are so unique and may not happen again, Allure Films urges all couples to consider having the rehearsal dinner professionally filmed!

Why A Rehearsal Dinner With Help Create Your Perfect Wedding Film:

• Guests are in their element at the rehearsal dinner, since it is not as formal as the wedding reception, so people giving speeches are much more comfortable.

• Rehearsal dinners are much smaller than the reception, which makes the evening more intimate. Speaking among close family and friends is different from speaking to a large room full of guests which allows for more candid moments to be caught on film.

• This is one of the only occasions that couples will have close friends and family share stories about them specifically.

• The rehearsal dinner is consistently the most emotive and joyful occasion for the couple. The night can be full laughter as well as beautiful tears, which are unforgettable moments that can be reflected in your wedding story.

• The dinner is a great opportunity for our videography team to build rapport with your family and friends so that on your wedding day, everyone is comfortable.

Want the professionals at Allure Films to create your rehearsal dinner video? Contacts us today for more information and availability!

The Start of a Story: Bridal Party Preparation

The story of your big day doesn’t begin when you walk down the aisle.

In fact, your wedding day story begins much earlier – in the bridal suite (and groom’s suite), closest friends & family by your side, enjoying every moment as you get ready for the most memorable day of your life!

The intimate moments shared are a once in a lifetime experience that you will always remember.

Why not have Allure Films include these in your wedding day video?

Precious memories like sharing mimosas with your closest friends, seeing your hair and makeup for the first time, or finally tying up that wedding dress after months of anticipation – all are moments that happen well before you say your “I Do’s”.

Bridal Prep Coverage from Allure Films includes memorable highlights of the bride preparing for the ceremony (think behind-the-scenes style footage).

This usually includes the bride having her hair and makeup done, the bridesmaids helping in the preparations, followed by the finishing touches to the dress and the jewelry.

Don’t think the groom is forgotten during this time! Depending on your wedding time and location, the groom may have the option to be filmed as well.

Filming the groom’s face as he practices his vows, fixes his tie, and receives some last-second advice from dad are also moments that look great on video.

Check out a brief example of what Bridal Party Coverage might add to your complete wedding day video!

Contact Allure Films and make sure your special moments are captured forever!

Unforgettable Memories: Share Your Love Story Through Video

Every Love Story Is Unique – Especially Yours.

Maybe it’s the exciting tale of how you and your fiancé first met.

Or perhaps it is the romantic, one-of-a-kind way in which he proposed to you.

Now you have an innovative way to capture a living, moving memory of your journey leading up to the rest of your life as husband and wife!

Two of the most exciting additions available in wedding videography today are the Love Story and Engagement Story.

A Love Story is a short clip that captures the true essence of the couple and tells a well-rounded story through video and music. The film is shot at a location of your choice and often includes an interview session.

Similarly, the Engagement Story gives you and your fiancé the chance to narrate the details of how he popped the question interspersed with scenes of you candidly enjoying a day together.

Check out Brittany and Rob’s Love Story! 

This couple chose to use their film as an intro to their wedding video, but there are many other fun and creative ways to incorporate it into your big day!

Some couples use the footage to create video Save-The-Dates or feature it on their wedding website. The most popular option is to premiere the film at the rehearsal dinner or at the wedding reception.

Sharing this video with your guests could be the highlight of your celebration!

Contact Allure Films today for more information on our Philadelphia wedding videography packages!

Why We Are Obsessed With The Wedding Video Booth Trend!

Photos are out – videos are in!

Standard Photo Booths are a thing of the past and Video Booths are the innovative, high-tech wedding must-have.

Adding a Speech Booth, Video Booth or Slow-Motion Booth to your wedding is the perfect way to capture memories and moments by allowing guests to record a message in high quality HD video.

Here are some tips for ensuring and enjoying candid and unforgettable footage:

Get Creative

Encourage your guests by creating cool prompts!

For example, frame a cute handmade sign that says Make Us Laugh | Share A Story | Give Us Advice, directing guests to your wedding video booth.

You can make a sign using a chalkboard, print signs (Pinterest and Etsy have great printables) or have custom signs professionally made.

Make It Interactive

Guests of all ages will have more fun in front of the camera if they have something to interact with.

Provide range of motion-friendly props for guests to choose from: Think confetti, bubbles, streamers, glasses, wigs, balloons, or Silly String.

Don’t Be Shy

Some of your friends and family may require extra inspiration before they’ll step up to the lens.

To encourage everyone to participate, include a list of camera-worthy idea starters at the props table (a line-up of classic dance moves will work wonders), or give each table a specific challenge to complete together on camera.

If your guests were enthusiastic about participating, it’s likely that they’ll be even more excited to see the final product. Make sure they do!

Include the URL with your thank-you notes, host a viewing party for close friends and family, or share the video via social media.

 

Video booths are not the only hot video trend in the wedding industry!

Save the Date Announcements Videos and Love Story Films (perfect for wedding websites) are typically done at the couple’s engagement shoots and then edited into their final video, projected during dinner of their reception, and/or posted on their website.

Video Proposals can be captured by the groom using a small discreet camera, such as a GoPro, that stays hidden. For this romantic gesture to generate a flawless product, the help of a professional editor is key.

For more ideas and information on wedding videos, contact Allure Films to make sure your special moments are captured forever!

Now it’s your turn to weigh in: Leave a comment and tell us how you feel about the Video Booth trend!

Magic At The Merion

Two things were in bloom at this gorgeous Greek wedding: Spring and True Love!

Arhodia and Kosmas picked a beautiful day and a fabulous location to celebrate their big day. Allure Films was honored to document all of their pre-wedding traditions, some of which were very new and exciting to us!

We enjoyed being a part of the happy couple’s special moments before their ceremony. After exchanging vows and becoming Mr. & Mrs., family and friends gathered for an evening of fine food, fun, and dancing!

Arhodia and Kosmas celebrated their reception at The Merion in Cinnaminson, NJ. With a marble dance floor and Roman Corinthian marble columns, The Palazzo Ballroom was the perfect scene for this fairytale wedding (and the the cake was quite stunning as well!)

We were fortunate enough to meet one-on-one with Arhodia and Kosmas to listen and document as they shared their love story.

Enjoy this wonderful sneak preview of Arhodia and Kosmas’ Merion wedding!

Click here to speak with a representative from Allure Films about booking a wedding videographer for your big day!

Why You Need A Coming Soon Trailer

Your wedding is a one-in-a-lifetime event that deserve to be seen and shared!

Why wait to see it? You’re only a few hours and a couple clicks away from watching your own exclusive wedding trailer!

A Coming Soon Trailer is a short recap of your big day that is delivered within 72 hours of your wedding.

The short clip is a memorable keepsake of wedding day highlights to share with your friends, family, and loved ones to help remember the event. It’s also great to share with those that couldn’t make it.

The trailer also helps eliminate the anticipation of waiting for the full length feature film!

Want to see a sample? Check out Shannon & Ted’s Coming Soon Trailer!

 What’s next? Contact Allure Films today for pricing information on your desired package!

Why You Need That Second Videographer At Your Wedding!

Even if your wedding is an intimate affair, there is a huge advantage of hiring a second videographer.

While one skillful videographer can film your day well, two are much more likely to capture every last little perfect detail. 

Allure Films knows what it takes to create the best video compilation of your big day. Here’s how a second videographer can help!

More Artistic

Having more than one videographer plays an important role in the artistry of the wedding film.

While the main videographer pays attention to the core action of the day and shoots comprehensive, safe coverage, the 2nd and 3rd videographers can spend time on risky but stylish camerawork. They are also the ones who can execute well-designed scenes.

More Angles

More cameras allow for different angles to be captured.

Imagine a beautiful shot of the bride walking down the isle, then a second videographer capturing the groom crying, then a third camera, showing the entire ceremony and including the view of the scenic ocean. Beautiful, right?

Guests & other photographers can often unintentionally get in the way of the video cameras. More operators on hand can ensure each camera is getting a clear shot during important moments.

More Coverage

More cameras also means a smaller chance that precious moments will be missed.

A multi-camera coverage often produces better, more pleasing results in each of the edited films.

More than one videographer will yield more scenes. This increases the odds that those little moments that make your big day unique will actually be captured on film.

More Creativity

Having more camera operators generally allows for more creativity.

This makes it possible to be in two places at the same time; this is especially crucial for the getting ready part of the day. Cameras in both the bridal and groom’s suites negate the need for one photographer to run back and forth between rooms and potentially miss an important moment.

These shots will also make for a more dynamic highlight edit.

If you want  an ultra-polished, cinematic-type of wedding film, a second (and even third!) videographer is a must!   

Click here for more information on how Allure Films can help capture every perfect moment of your big day!