Our guest blogger, Brea Gunn, shares some creative ideas to liven up a “trash the dress” photo session. If you haven’t heard of “trash the dress,” it’s an increasingly popular trend to “trash” (aka ruin) your bridal gown post-wedding by taking a plunge in a pool, rolling around on the beach or playing in mud.
There’s been a lot of talk about trashing wedding dresses lately, and I love the idea, but why not take it a step further? I see so many brides who just grab a hose and go out into a flower garden… and it’s just so… well, BORING.
And let’s face it: You are anything but boring, right? So, you’re the adventurous type. That’s GREAT, because I have some wonderful ideas for you.
If you’re looking for a unique way to trash the dress, then read on!
All you need is a lot of ambition, an equally adventurous photographer, and you’re all set.
Kayaking
I love the water, and honestly can’t think of a better way to explore than in a kayak; why not kayak in your wedding dress? You don’t have to be the ultimate water bug to get some great pictures of you paddling around an inlet, or even just a few feet off the beach (no one has to know).
Hiking
Do you look forward to a long walk? Then why not hike up a mountain in your wedding dress? You’ll get some unbelievable pictures and have a great time doing it. Pick a local spot, or fly to that mountain that you’ve always wanted to climb. If you’re in a warm setting (think Hawaii), you could even get some great water shots, too! See a stunning example here.
Snorkling
If you’re in a warm climate, you may want to think about snorkling in your dress. Yes, the photographer would need scuba gear, but that’s something you can ask up front. I love the way that clothes billow and move in the water, and with your wedding dress? It’s perfect!
Sky Diving
While not for the faint of heart, sky diving in your gown will give you some amazing pictures, and the rush of your life!
Hit the Beach with Wheels
Do you live near the beach? Then you HAVE to go rent (or borrow) some go carts or dune buggies and have a blast in your dress. Can’t you just picture your veil rippling in the wind as you fly (safely, of course) down the beach?
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Why would anyone want to trash their wedding dress? You spend so much time picking out just the right one, stressing about it & usually paying an ass load of money for it. What a stupid idea! I guess if you can get someone else to pay for the dress you won’t feel so bad about ruining it. Sounds very immature & selfish to me!
Hi Paige! Personally, us girls at My Glass Slipper could never imagine trashing our beloved wedding dresses either – but we couldn’t deny that it’s a big trend worth covering. And some of the photos are seriously cool! You could always buy a bargain wedding dress just for the fun photo shoot and unique images.
Thanks for your comment!
This is another example of how American’s take for granted the blessings they have. If you feel you will not use it again, why not make the trend of donating the gown to someone who may not have the resources or who is less fortunate. It could also be donated to the goodwill or other programs that could use the proceeds from selling it to help the the organizations community services.
My husband and I got married on 11/11/11 and i wanted to have a trash the dress day. So on our 1 year anniversary, we got our bridal party together for a photoshoot. I thought about it all year long and i wanted a cool shoot, not just jumping into a pool. We had a massive paint balloon fight and it was so much fun! We have great photos, and amazing memories from doing it. What’s the point of preserving a wedding dress and throwing it in a box in the attic for no one to ever see or use again? “Trashing” it was totally worth it. You might think trashing a dress is immature and selfish, I think it was an awesome experience and I am so glad we did it!