Having a photo booth at your wedding reception is the perfect way for your guests to take humorous, yet memorable photos, while also being a constant source of entertainment throughout the post-ceremony festivities. This source of entertainment also allows guests from both sides of the family to engage with each other in a fun, relaxed environment, without the pressure of formal photographs.

Capturing moments that are truly reflective of a wedding’s exciting, celebratory moments, photo booths are made more interesting and fun through the inclusion of unique props. Whether it’s a pair of vibrant, kooky glasses or something simple that ties into your wedding theme, props help ensure photo booths are a memorable addition to your wedding reception. Read on to learn about the various props available for you and your guests!

All About That Space

The size and type of photo booth can certainly play an important role in determining what props you can use for this entertainment space. Depending on how much space is allocated for the booth, and the style and size of the booth, it’s also important to consider how much space will be allotted to lay out props. In this circumstance, less is best, as Vish explains, “[having] too many options can slow the entire [photo taking] process down”.

While size matters, the style and type of photo booth is also a factor that influences the props that should be included for your reception. Larger, open-plan photo booths are perfect for those witha higher number of guests. This style of booth allows for a larger size and wider selection of props. Opting for this type of photo booth also allows for the inclusion of various backdrops.

Meanwhile, smaller closed-plan booths are best for receptions with fewer guests. These spaces can be quite restrictive in terms of their

 dimensions, so Vish advises couples to consider the size of props when opting for this type of booth. Bigger props more suited to an open-plan booth might not work well for a closed-plan booth or be convenient for guests wanting to create that perfect photo.

Walk On The Wild Side

While all couples have different tastes when it comes to photo booth props, there are a few crazy classics that are still quite popular. “The big glasses, crazy hats and stick props are still popular,” Vish explains. These classic props are quite versatile and can be an entertaining addition to your photo booth, regardless of the wedding aesthetic and style of photo booth.

If you and your partner are having a themed wedding, then work with your photo booth supplier to incorporate that theme into your props. If the theme is pop culture-specific, then you can include little references to you and your partner’s favourite TV show, film, book or game. Alternatively, if you are adhering to a certain colour scheme, then include props of that colour to allow the guests to feel more included with the wedding theme, all the while having a fun and magical time with other attendees.

You can add a personal touch to different elements of your wedding, and photo booth props should be no exception. Some photo booth companies allow couples to personalise their props. If there’s a specific colour or theme that you wish to incorporate, then work with the photo booth company to customise props so they can pair harmoniously with your wedding décor. “We encourage our clients to select props and make it more relevant to them. It could be something as simple as their favourite colours or having a unique hash tag that could be a combination of the couples names,” Vish says.