groom's styled flat lay...

What do you use in a groom's flat lay?

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There is a lot of emphasis on stationery flat lays, and the groom's stuff often gets left un-photographed!
Mostly, because we don't know where to start, and what to use in a groom's flat lay!
​I wanna change that friends!

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​Many wedding planners/stylists + photographers carry a predesigned styling kit for wedding day convenience.  But does your kit include any groom specific items?

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​Styling kit items such as a watch box, tie clip, ring box, flask, pocket watch and ribbon for boutonniere to have on hand in case the groom doesn't provide you with anything personal.

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​A tip from our photographer friends...ask your couples for a shoebox of styling items for their flat lays, including an invitation and some spare florals!

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Items to include in a groom's flat lay:
tie or bow tie, cufflinks, socks, suspenders or belt, shoes, watch, ring, and any personal items that mean a lot to the groom on his wedding day.

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Items to have in any styling kit for flat lays:
styling blocks, a basic backdrop cloth or board or a styling mat, a generic ring box you can use for bride or groom.

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Tip: always ask your couples about adding a flask or alcohol to their flat lays.  Don't assume they are drinkers!

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I hope you found this topic helpful to your flat lay styling for the grooms!  

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​Many thanks to Melanie of Grey Lily Photography for providing the images for this blog, and to Lowell at Ed Williams Menswear for providing the items to style with.  You can find pre-designed styling kits or build your own styling kits at Curated Kits.

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We look forward to getting back in a room with our industry friends to create more beautiful flat lay designs.  Until then, we will write blogs about it, and look further into hosting an online flat lay styling workshop.
​~W.R.