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Golden Hour vs Blue Hour – Best Time for Stunning Wedding Photos | Soulettes

Golden Hour vs Blue Hour: When Is the Best Time to Shoot Wedding Photos?

📸 Capture the Light, Capture the Love

Choosing the right time of day for your wedding photos can make all the difference between good and breathtaking. At Soulettes, we know that lighting is everything—especially when it comes to telling your love story through timeless imagery.

Let’s explore the two most magical times of day: Golden Hour and Blue Hour



🌅 What Is Golden Hour?

Golden Hour is the short window right after sunrise or just before sunset, when the sun is low on the horizon and the light is soft, warm, and golden.

✨ Why Golden Hour Is Perfect for Wedding Photos:

  • Flattering natural light – gives skin a soft glow

  • Romantic atmosphere – dreamy, golden tones

  • Long shadows – create depth and elegance

  • Great for outdoor shoots – gardens, beaches, rooftops

“Golden Hour adds a cinematic glow to your photos—it’s our favorite time to shoot love stories.” – Soulettes Team

Couple by a lake with clear skies and a house in the background. The woman holds a bouquet, both are smiling, creating a peaceful mood.

Couple in formal attire by a vintage white car in a sunlit park, laughing and embracing. She holds flowers, trees in the background.

🌌 What Is Blue Hour?

Blue Hour happens just before sunrise or right after sunset, when the sky turns deep blue with a soft gradient of cool tones.

✨ Why Blue Hour Is Beautiful (and Underrated!):

  • Dramatic and moody lighting – perfect for editorial-style shots

  • Cityscapes glow – buildings, lights, and reflections pop

  • Elegant, minimal vibe – ideal for couples who love modern aesthetics

Blue Hour works best for urban locations, rooftop shoots, and romantic silhouettes.


Bride in white gown, groom in black suit, standing by white convertible in front of a grand building with columns, under evening light.

💡 So… Which One Should You Choose?


You Should Choose…

If You Want…

Golden Hour

Warm, romantic, soft tones – fairytale vibes 💛

Blue Hour

Artistic, modern, moody atmosphere – city chic 💙

Not sure which suits your style? We’ll help you plan the perfect lighting for your shoot!

📅 Soulettes Pro Tip:

If time allows, we often combine Golden Hour + Blue Hour in one shoot—starting warm and ending dramatic. It gives you a full range of storytelling in just one session!


Bride and groom embrace on a dock at sunset, surrounded by water, boats, and an overcast sky, creating a romantic mood.

Bride and groom embrace smiling in a sunlit garden. Bride wears lace dress, veil; groom in navy suit. Warm, romantic atmosphere.

💍 Plan Your Shoot Around the Light

Your love story deserves more than just good light—it deserves magic. Whether you’re into soft golden warmth or moody blue elegance, we’ll bring it to life.


🎁 LIMITED-TIME OFFER – 20% OFF EARLY BOOKING

✨ Book your wedding or engagement shoot before April 30, 2025, and enjoy 20% OFF all packages.

📍 Limited slots available. Let’s create something timeless together.

👉 Book now 

 
 
 

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