BRIDES New York: The NYC-Based Wedding Photographers You Should Be Following on Instagram

NYC Wedding Photographers on Instagram

Photo: Jason Walker of Ira Lippke Studios

If you’re a Big Apple bride looking for a photographer with the ability to capture you and your other half’s personal love story, you’re as close as a scroll through your Instagram feed! Look no further than this breathtaking list of some of Instagram’s most talented New York photographers.

Ira Lippke Studios (Above)
@iralippkestudios
A collective of talented photographers are behind the vivid collection of images documented on this photography studio’s bold Instagram feed. With an eye for detail and a background in journalism, Ira Lippke himself expertly captures his couples pre- and post-ceremony — resulting in full-circle documentation and behind-the-scenes elements that capture the true character of the day. Read real brides’ reviews here!

Brian Dorsey Studios
@brian_dorsey_studios
Credited for making brides more comfortable to showcase their true emotions on the biggest day of their life, Brian Dorsey channels this positive energy to radiate through the crisp, high-quality, and personal photography shown on this legendary New York native’s Instagram feed. Read real brides’ reviews here!

Brklyn View
@brklynview
Colorful and graceful images, focusing on the natural and botanic features of a couple’s big day, help rank this Brooklyn photographer among an exclusive list of New York finest wedding shutterbugs. Soft natural light and elements of Hollywood glamour help emphasize the elegance of the images on this photography studio’s stunning feed. Read real brides’ reviews here!

Fred Marcus Studio
@fredmarcusstudio
Capturing the most important day of some of New York’s most prominent couples since 1941 has secured this legendary photography studio a spot amongst the best of the best. An Instagram catalogue of personal moments focused on the a bride and her stunning gown, is the specialty behind this magnet of candid excellence. Read real brides’ reviews here!

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Lindsay Madden Photography
@lmaddenphoto
Beautiful light and the natural elements of some of New York’s most legendary outdoor venues help set the atmosphere for this photo maven’s keen eye for ethereal photography. An Instagram feed dedicated to intimate moments highlighted by crisp elements and outdoor features make this photographer a perfect match for any open-air seeking bride. Read real brides’ reviews here!

Jessica Haley
@jessicahaleyny
A couple’s custom wedding features always shine through the elite collection of elegant images on this photographer’s romantic feed. Photos taken with an emphasis on the bride’s natural beauty helps transcend Jessica Haley’s photography style into a range of pure authenticity and grace. Read real brides’ reviews here!

If you’re still searching for a NYC shutterbug for your own big day, check out our New York Photography page

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BRIDES' 30 Day Wedding Shape-Up Challenge: Day 1, Change Up Your Strength Routine

30 Day Wedding Shape Up Day 1

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This is it… The final countdown to your big day. And along with settling those last few details — figuring out where to seat your eccentric Uncle Carl, firming up the flowers, deciding on your first dance song — you’re likely also making one last push to make sure the body that will be wearing that gorgeous white gown looks as good as it possibly can. You and nearly every other woman with an engagement ring on her finger. In fact, research shows that an overwhelming 91 percent of brides-to-be are anxious about their weight. But from here on out, you won’t have to be!

Whether you want to drop those last few pounds or look more toned — or both — we’ve got a month’s worth of daily tips (none of which require starving yourself or working out nonstop!) that will help you feel stunning and confident when you walk down that aisle. You know where to send the thank-you card. Let’s get started!

Day 1: Switch Up Your Strength Routine

Why are we suggesting you rock the boat on day one of our challenge? Because odds are you’ve been doing the same moves for months — and here’s the thing…the human body is supremely good at adapting to whatever crunches or squats we throw at it, and after about 4 to 6 weeks, you’re going to stop getting results.

“It’s one of the biggest mistakes I see women making,” says Beverly Hills-based celebrity trainer Gunnar Peterson, who famously got Kim Kardashian ready for her wedding to Kanye West. “You’ve got to keep shaking things up!”

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He recommends swapping in multi-muscle exercises that target several groups at the same time — like woodchops, squats with a shoulder press, and lunges with a biceps curl. “They give you much more bang for your buck because they work your upper and lower body muscles, as well as your core at the same time, so you’ll burn more calories and get more done in less time than if you were standing there just doing biceps curls,” he says. “You’ll also build more lean tissue which you want because it will not only change your shape and make you look more defined, it also drives metabolism, so you’ll burn calories at a faster rate all day, every day.”

Click here to check out some of Peterson’s multi-muscle exercises.