How to Style Romantic Wedding Flatlays for Your New York Wedding
How to Style Romantic Wedding Flatlays for Your New York Wedding
You’ve chosen your dress. You’ve booked your venue. But have you thought about how your details will look in your photos?
Flatlays are one of the first things your photographer will capture on the morning of your wedding. These styled shots set the tone and tell the story of your day, through the small, meaningful details you’ve chosen.
If you’re getting married in New York or the Hudson Valley, this is your chance to highlight your location, your love story, and your wedding style in one beautiful image.
What Is a Wedding Flatlay?
A wedding flatlay is a carefully styled photograph of your personal items. These usually include:
Invitation suite
Wedding rings and ring box
Perfume or cologne
Jewelry
Fabric swatches from your dress or veil
Floral clippings
Family heirlooms
It’s the visual prologue to your wedding day—a moment of stillness and beauty before everything begins.
Flatlay Styling Ideas for New York Weddings
Whether your wedding is in a Brooklyn brownstone or a garden venue in the Hudson Valley, your flatlay can reflect your setting and season.
Include:
Velvet ring box in your wedding colors (see our favorites on Amazon)
Bridal jewelry with pearls or gold accents
Handwritten vow books or custom stationery
Signature scent in a vintage perfume bottle
Pressed florals or fresh blooms from your bouquet
Family heirlooms like lockets, lace, or old letters
Ribbon or fabric that matches your tablescape or attire
Why It’s Worth Planning Ahead
Photographers need time and space to style your flatlay beautifully. Avoid day-of stress by prepping a flatlay kit in advance.
Here’s what to do:
Pack all detail items in a box or bag
Label fragile or heirloom items
Assign a member of your wedding party to hand it off to the photographer
Include a clean fabric or tray as a flatlay background
This simple prep step helps your photographer create clean, cohesive images that reflect your wedding style.
Flatlay Favorites You Can Shop on Amazon
Looking to start building your flatlay styling kit? Here are some client-loved pieces that photograph beautifully:
These small items can make a big impact—and they double as keepsakes after the wedding.
Final Thoughts: Small Details, Big Meaning
In a day filled with big moments, it’s the small ones that bring the story to life. Your wedding flatlays offer a quiet, intentional beginning to the celebration.
If your style leans romantic and elevated, with a focus on timeless design, flatlay styling is one of the most impactful ways to express that.
Need help planning or curating your details?
At Margo Events, we help you style every moment of your day with intention and care.