36 of the most beautiful wedding photos captured in 2021

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Samantha GrindellDec 4, 2021, 18:39 IST
36 of the most beautiful wedding photos captured in 2021

2021 saw a slew of stunning weddings.Vows and Peaks Photography

  • 2021 saw a wedding boom, with couples all over the world walking down the aisle.
  • Wedding photographers captured the joy, love, and beauty from the days couples said 'I do.'
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Wedding photographers captured how overjoyed couples were to be getting married in 2021.

Wedding photographers captured how overjoyed couples were to be getting married in 2021.
A groomsman celebrates the couple.Elizabeth Austin Photography

After a year of postponed weddings amid the pandemic, many engaged couples — and their loved ones — were thrilled to be getting married at all in 2021.

For instance, Elizabeth Austin Photography documented the moment a groomsman jumped and cheered as a bride and groom kissed on their wedding day.

Sometimes, candid pictures captured couples' wedded bliss best.

Sometimes, candid pictures captured couples' wedded bliss best.
The car adds to the vintage look of the photo.Gaby J Photography

Gaby J Photography's photo of a bride holding her bouquet in triumph as she and her spouse drive in a white convertible on their wedding day shows their excitement about the day.

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Wedding photographers were there for bittersweet moments.

Wedding photographers were there for bittersweet moments.
The outdoor setting makes the moment more poignant.Abbey Hunter Photo

In Abbey Hunter Photo's image, a bride reads vows to her stepdaughter, who sits on her knee, during her wedding ceremony.

The groom wipes away a tear next to the duo, highlighting the emotional nature of the moment.

Some photos showed off stunning ceremonies.

Some photos showed off stunning ceremonies.
The flowers make the photo.Garrett Richardson

Garrett Richardson documented a wedding in La Jolla, California, where a couple got married surrounded by abundant greenery.

The oversized flowers framing the couple puts the focus on them as they say 'I do.'

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Other couples let the natural scenery around them set the tone for their weddings.

Other couples let the natural scenery around them set the tone for their weddings.
The photographer captured the couple in motion.Erich McVey

A couple runs down a beach in their wedding attire in Erich McVey's black-and-white photo.

The sandy and mountainous surroundings contrast the couple's formal clothing.

Unexpected locations made for some of the most eye-catching wedding photos of the year.

Unexpected locations made for some of the most eye-catching wedding photos of the year.
The couple sits in a gondola.Eve Rox Photography

For example, one couple posed for photos on a gondola on their wedding day. They lean together, with the groom kissing his bride's head as they sit.

Eve Rox Photography photographed the moment.

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But many traditional pictures were just as beautiful.

But many traditional pictures were just as beautiful.
The bride's veil flowing in the wind gives the photo classic beauty.Fotos By Fola

For instance, Fotos By Fola's shot of a bride and groom looking at each other on the steps of a church is stunning.

The bride's veil flowing in the wind makes the shot.

Some pictures made a statement with their simplicity.

Some pictures made a statement with their simplicity.
The dress is the focus of the shot.Bedge Pictures

In Bedge Pictures' photo, a bride and groom clad in white lie in a field, with the groom on top of the train of the bride's dress.

Everything about the image is striking, from the couple's outfits to their delicately held hands.

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The love between couples was clear in all of the pictures.

The love between couples was clear in all of the pictures.
The tuxedos complement each other.Alicia Rinka Photography

In this photo, two grooms wearing colorful tuxedos laugh in front of their flower-decorated wedding altar.

Alicia Rinka Photography captured the moment.

Through the camera lens, we got a sneak peek at the intimacy between newlyweds.

Through the camera lens, we got a sneak peek at the intimacy between newlyweds.
The black-and-white filter adds to the moment.Larissa Cleveland Photography

Larissa Cleveland Photography's photo of a bride hugging her groom from behind brims with emotion.

She closes her eyes, and he reaches behind to cradle her.

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In other photos, couples seemed to be shouting their joy for the world to see.

In other photos, couples seemed to be shouting their joy for the world to see.
The brides beam.Linda McQueen Photography

Two brides raising their hands in excitement as rainbow colors erupt behind them perfectly captures the joy of a wedding day.

Linda McQueen Photography captured the moment.

Whether the newlyweds were in front of their loved ones or having an intimate moment, the connections between them were palpable.

Whether the newlyweds were in front of their loved ones or having an intimate moment, the connections between them were palpable.
The couple wears all-white looks.B_LOVE.STUDIOS

B_LOVE.STUDIOS documented a quiet moment between a bride and groom sharing a dance in a field on their wedding day.

They only have eyes for each other.

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The couples' loved ones played a big role in many of the most stunning wedding photos of 2021.

The couples' loved ones played a big role in many of the most stunning wedding photos of 2021.
The aisle is covered in flower petals.Amanda Crean

In Amanda Crean's picture, a couple's wedding guests celebrate them as they leave their ceremony, walking on an aisle covered in flower petals.

Many of the guests hold parasols and smile at the newlyweds.

Some photos offered a glimpse at the intimate role friends and family members can play on a wedding day.

Some photos offered a glimpse at the intimate role friends and family members can play on a wedding day.
The bride is the focus of the shot even though her back is turned.Forged In The North

Two women zip up a bride's dress in this black-and-white picture, helping her prepare to say 'I do.'

Forged In The North took the photo.

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The looks on wedding-party members' faces can encompass the excitement of the day.

The looks on wedding-party members' faces can encompass the excitement of the day.
The bridal party's joy is clear.Jema Studios

The bridesmaids in Jema Studios' picture are all smiling for the bride.

The pictures make clear the couples' loved ones were with them every step of the way.

The pictures make clear the couples' loved ones were with them every step of the way.
The black-and-white filter makes the photo seem timeless.The Freckled Fox

For instance, a bridal party trails a bride in The Freckled Fox's picture, carrying her train for her as she walks down a flight of stairs.

The photo captures their support for her.

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Some pictures showed how excited guests were for the newlyweds in their lives.

Some pictures showed how excited guests were for the newlyweds in their lives.
The car waiting in the background gives the picture an old Hollywood feel.Love In Motion Films

Although a groom dipping and kissing his bride is the focus of Love In Motion Films' photograph, you can't help but notice the loved ones crowded around them taking additional pictures.

Their excitement about the moment is clear from the shot.

Other wedding guests literally made photos stand out.

Other wedding guests literally made photos stand out.
The flower petals take the photo to another level.Glenai Gilbert Photography

This photo of a bride and groom hugging, taken by Glenai Gilbert Photography, is already gorgeous.

But their wedding guests throwing flower petals over them takes the picture to another level.

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Many pictures spotlighted the one-of-a-kind nature of a wedding day.

Many pictures spotlighted the one-of-a-kind nature of a wedding day.
The archway is stunning.Dmitry Shumanev

For example, the grand floral archway a bride and groom walk through in Dmitry Shumanev's picture has an almost otherworldly look. The archway was designed by Butterfly Floral.

Lamour Event planned the event, and Berly Rodriguez was the bride's makeup artist, while Paris Tou Hair Studio did her hair.

The photos depicted the type of moments we never want to end.

The photos depicted the type of moments we never want to end.
The fireworks explode over the couple.Sara Richardson Photo

Sara Richardson Photo snapped a picture of a couple looking at each other under an explosion of fireworks.

The photo is bursting with light and love.

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Classic moments feel fresh behind the photographer's lens.

Classic moments feel fresh behind the photographer's lens.
The photographer captured the exact moment the groom sprayed champagne.Vinuthna Garidipuri

Although couples often drink something bubbly on their wedding days, Vinuthna Garidipuri's photo of a bride and groom popping a bottle of champagne on a porch is full of joy and excitement.

The bride's retro-looking dress adds to the moment.

Scenery made some weddings look even more beautiful.

Scenery made some weddings look even more beautiful.
The mountains create a stunning view.Vows and Peaks Photography

Vows and Peaks Photography showed a bride and groom standing on a cliff overlook on their wedding day.

As if the photo wasn't already beautiful enough, the bride looks over her shoulder, smiling as her wedding dress spreads around them.

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Photographers were able to document wedding traditions with their work.

Photographers were able to document wedding traditions with their work.
The bride looks at the groom with emotion.Anée Atelier

A groom ceremonially washes his soon-to-be wife's feet in Anée Atelier's photo, referencing Jesus washing his disciples' feet in the Bible.

The black-and-white filter speaks to the tenderness of the action.

The photos made traditional moments feel even more special.

The photos made traditional moments feel even more special.
They wear matching tuxedos.M Fields Photography

Two grooms in white tuxedos partake in the jumping of the broom in M Fields Photography's picture, combining tradition with their modern venue.

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Other couples stunned in their wedding photos by bucking tradition.

Other couples stunned in their wedding photos by bucking tradition.
The photo has a playful feel.In Frames Photography

In Frames Photography's photo of a couple posing in a car on their wedding day shows a bride and groom enjoying a moment of candid fun.

The bride wears a crown and veil and leans out of a backseat window, holding hands with her groom, who sits in the front seat and adjusts his bow tie.

Some couples made a statement with their wedding attire.

Some couples made a statement with their wedding attire.
The veil plays an integral role in the shot.Jenny Quicksall Photography

A bride's low-back dress and cathedral veil take center stage in Jenny Quicksall Photography's picture of a bride and groom hugging each other on their wedding day.

The groom's gray suit and bouquets of flowers complemented the bride's look.

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The photographers were able to capture moments of anticipation.

The photographers were able to capture moments of anticipation.
The photo acts as a portrait of a bride on her wedding day.Sam Jasper Photography

Sam Jasper Photography shows a bride putting on a pair of earrings while looking in a mirror.

The gesture could be done any day, but the wedding dress she wears sets the image apart.

They gave an intimate glance at the emotions of a wedding day.

They gave an intimate glance at the emotions of a wedding day.
The clouds and flowers make the photo even more beautiful.JAO Photography

Tears flow down a groom's face as he waits for his partner to walk toward him during their wedding.

A blue sky and a plethora of flowers add to the beauty of JAO Photography's picture.

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Black-and-white filters enhanced the emotion of some photos.

Black-and-white filters enhanced the emotion of some photos.
The emotion of the moment is clear from the woman's face.Henry & Mac

The stark colors only add to the intimacy of Henry & Mac's picture, in which a woman hugs a bride tightly on her wedding day.

Bright colors made other pictures pop.

Bright colors made other pictures pop.
The brides grin at each other.Laurie Ashley Photography

Laurie Ashley Photography photographed two brides standing in front of an archway filled with red, pink, and white roses.

The colors of the flowers play off the brides' outfits: a white suit and a red dress.

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Some couples brought color to their weddings with their outfits.

Some couples brought color to their weddings with their outfits.
The outfits match the flowers.Casey Brodley

In Casey Brodley's photograph, two grooms wearing pastel suits lean together and hold hands.

A bouquet of flowers complements their bright ensembles.

The smallest moments made for some of the most impactful photos.

The smallest moments made for some of the most impactful photos.
The close-up shot gives viewers an intimate look at the couple's love.Barbarah Perttula

In Barbarah Perttula's closeup, a bride and groom lean in to kiss each other.

The soft smiles on their faces speak to the happiness of the day.

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The love couples had for each other showed up in acts of service in the pictures.

The love couples had for each other showed up in acts of service in the pictures.
The photo is full of candid beauty.Melissa Ergo Photography

A bride and groom walk on a rocky cliff overlooking the ocean in Melissa Ergo Photography's picture.

Ergo captured the groom holding up his bride's skirt, sweetly ensuring she didn't trip or mess up her dress.

Sometimes, the picture-perfect moments happened naturally.

Sometimes, the picture-perfect moments happened naturally.
The filter adds to the shot.Victoria Somerset-How Photography

Victoria Somerset-How Photography captured a groom dipping his bride and kissing her in black and white.

Their loved ones celebrating behind them in the shot makes it all the more poignant.

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Some couples let their furry friends take the spotlight.

Some couples let their furry friends take the spotlight.
The couple managed to hold their dogs' leashes and hold each other's hands.Mili Ghosh

A couple walks their dogs on their wedding day in Mili Ghosh's photo.

The juxtaposition of their wedding attire and their pets creates a striking image.

The common thread through all of the photos was couples' joy at finally saying 'I do.'

The common thread through all of the photos was couples' joy at finally saying 'I do.'
They celebrate together.Ivy Road Photography

Ivy Road Photography snapped a photo of a bride taking a swig of champagne from a bottle in her wedding dress.

The groom pours another bottle of champagne into a tower next to her, with the photo almost oozing with fun.

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