When it comes to wedding photography, most of the spotlight goes to the bride. The dress, the details, the portraits. But what about the groom? Too often, it’s a few rushed shots before the ceremony, maybe a full-length photo, and that’s it. That’s not good enough.


This shoot was about showing what’s possible when the groom gets just as much thought, direction, and time.

A figure in formal black attire stands in an elegant hallway with wood floors and ornate architectural details.
A person in a black tuxedo reclines on an ornate gold sofa beneath a classical portrait in an elegant green room.

Editorial-Inspired Groom Portraits


There’s no need for overcomplication. The poses here were inspired by fashion editorials. Strong posture, clean lines, and moments that feel like they belong in a magazine.


For example:

  • The groom seated in the library chair, legs extended. Casual but confident
  • Arms rested across the back of the sofa. Wide frame, big energy
  • Hands adjusting cufflinks or a bow tie. Small details that create impact
  • Leaning in a doorway with weight on one foot. Classic pose, minimal effort


Every pose had purpose. Even when it looked relaxed, it was intentional.

Black and white photo showing elegant interior with grand piano and decorative arched window in formal setting.
Black and white photo showing a person in formal attire next to a decorative plate with an ornate portrait on the wall.

The Space and the Styling Help Set the Tone


Wynyard Hall’s drawing rooms offered just enough character without taking over the image. Deep greens, detailed bookshelves, ornate trims. A perfect contrast to the clean black suit and crisp shirt. It feels rich, but not overdone.

And that’s the aim. To give the groom a space that elevates him, not just fills the frame.

Elegant figure in tuxedo leans against doorway in luxurious room with ornate ceiling and crystal chandeliers.
A figure in formal attire reclines in an ornate armchair inside an elegant library with dark wood bookshelves.

Let’s Normalise Groom Photos That Feel High-End


The point of this shoot wasn’t just to make the groom look good. It was to make a case for why it matters. Groom portraits deserve the same attention, planning, and styling as the bride’s. It’s half the story. And done well, it holds just as much legacy.


With Love,

Karolina x

A grand library interior with ornate bookshelves, red velvet chairs, and a green carpet in an opulent historic setting.
A person wearing a tuxedo reclines elegantly in an ornate armchair on a patterned carpet in black and white.
A person in a black tuxedo and bowtie sits elegantly on an ornate chair in a luxurious library with green carpeting.
Black and white portrait of someone in formal attire reclining on a vintage fringed armchair in an elegant interior.
A person in a black suit reclines dramatically across an ornate gold-patterned sofa against a green wall with vintage decor.
Fine art black and white photo series showing contrasting shadows and light in an ornate hallway with chandeliers.
Elegant room interior with decorative plates on yellow wall, large ornate vase, and person seated on blue fringed sofa.
Elegant black and white interior photograph of a room with crystal chandeliers and ornate furnishings.
A person in a classic black tuxedo and bow tie stands in an elegant room with a chandelier in the background.
Black and white photo of a person in formal evening wear leaning against an elegant doorway in a vintage interior.
Elegant interior shots featuring someone in a tuxedo in a grand room with luxurious chandeliers and decor.
Someone sits alone in a large ornate room with patterned carpet and arched windows in black and white.
A decorative blue and white porcelain plate with a classical portrait hangs on a beige wall next to someone in formal attire.
An elegant room in a historic mansion features ornate doorways, chandeliers and floral arrangements in warm golden light.
Close-up sequence showing someone adjusting their formal bow tie in an opulent ballroom setting.

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