How to Set Up a Getting-Ready Space That Films Beautifully

You don’t need a Pinterest-perfect suite. You just need a little strategy.

Getting ready is chaotic and emotional and fun… and often filmed in tiny rooms with clutter everywhere.

Here’s how to set your space up like a pro.

1. Choose the room with the best window light

Look for:

• big windows

• neutral walls

• minimal overhead yellow lighting

If there are two options, pick the brighter one. Always.

2. Declutter one corner

You don’t have to Marie Kondo the whole suite.
Just pick one area that will be your “clean zone.”

Move:

• suit bags

• food trays

• Amazon boxes

• water bottles

• random purses + jackets

Your media team will love you forever.

3. Put details in one place

Gather:

• rings

• invitations

• vow books

• perfume

• heirlooms

• shoes

• bouquet when it arrives

Put them in the clean zone so detail shots are fast.

4. Hang the dress somewhere intentional

A dress on a plastic hanger in a dark corner is tragic.

Best spots:

• a window

• a clean door

• a pretty hook or wardrobe

• anywhere with space behind it

5. Keep hair/makeup near the light

If possible, set HMU stations near windows.
Natural light makes skin tones look correct (and flattering).

6. Tell your people to be dressed on time

If you want robe / pajama shots, great.
But choose a hard “dressed by” time so no one’s in leggings during first look prep.

Pro tip: Put all drinks in matching cups.
It sounds silly, but it keeps your getting-ready footage from looking like a frat house.