We’re gearing up for the Super Bowl, in wedding-related style of course, by referencing the Baltimore Raven’s quarterback Joe Flacco’s wacky wedding photos from 2011. Flacco and his bridal party reenacted a football game and then the entire crew moved on to a movie theater for more goofy shots. This isn’t exactly a new idea — I’m sure you’ve seen or even been in a wedding or two that involved snapshots of  the bridal party jumping in mid-air or posing in all sorts of ridiculous positions. But what’s up with all the wacky wedding photos? Are you a fan?

Take a look at a wedding photo blog and chances are you’ll find a groomsmen-with-their-pants down photo in there somewhere.

Marc Anthony Photography

Then there’s the she-put-a-ring-on-it photo

Kirby C. of KasalNY

And the ceremonial shoe-tossing photo

Memories Thru Time

Can’t forget the groomsmen by day, superheroes by night shot

Memories Thru Time

And finally, the blessed drinking-from-the-ice-luge shot

Erica Lyn Photography

So what do you think? Cheesy and ridiculous? Or fun and playful? Tell us below!

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Gerber + Scarpelli

Wedding Day Tip:
Pause for a serene preceremony moment together to soak it all in, like Brad and Tara did at Milton Lee Olive Park. “I was thinking to myself, ‘What a perfect day in a beautiful city to marry the love of my life,” Tara says.

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Tis the season for winter weddings, meaning comfort-food favors, festive florals and outdoor scenic photos. Carrie Patterson of Carrie Patterson Photography in snowy Wyoming provides some tips and tricks for taking outdoor shots so you avoid looking washed out in the wintry weather.

1. Find a Contrasting Backdrop
“No matter the lighting situation, placing a bride in a white dress against a blank white canvas will cause the dress to blend in and you’ll lose all the pretty details,” Patterson says. She advises scouting locations like a rustic barn, large woodpile, rock façade or pine forest so the bride and groom stand out.

2. Dress Warmly
You don’t want to shiver through your photoshoot! Wear a fur wrap or cardigan during outdoor shoots and have your groom don a warm wool jacket. “It looks sharp and keeps the chill off,” she says.

3. Head Indoors
In addition to outdoor shots, Patterson likes to shoot black-and-white photos of couples in front of a large window to keep the scenery but change the setting up a bit.

4. Be Mindful of Daylight
“Schedule a ceremony that offers plenty of time for pictures,” Patterson recommends. Keep in mind in winter the sun sets as early as 4:45 so be sure to get shots before dark. “This is even more critical if you don’t want to see each other before the ceremony,” she adds.

5. Accessorize with Color– or a Tan!
“You can easily add warmth and color to your look by wearing a pretty fur wrap or wool peacoat,” Patterson advises. Another option? “A professional spray tan never hurts…” she says.

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Stressed from all your wedding planning? We’ve got just the cure. Flip through these photos for some guaranteed cheek-hurting grins.

Which one is your favorite?

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