Emma Wilson, Swiss Wedding Videographer in action filming at a Lake in Switzerland
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Unspoken Truths About Wedding Filmmaking

Revealing the realities, pressures, and choices behind the lens, from a luxury wedding filmmaker who lives them. The wedding industry is beautiful. But it’s also complicated. As wedding filmmakers, we don’t just capture love stories. We navigate trends. Expectations. Politics. Pressure. So much more that no one talks about publicly. But maybe it’s time we…

A bride in a red dress embraces her groom in from of the glass pyramid of the Louvre on their wedding in Paris
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30 Questions Every Luxury Wedding Videographer Should Ask for Seamless Storytelling

At Story Of Your Day, we don’t simply create wedding films – we craft cinematic time capsules. Immersive, soulful, and story-driven, our films are designed to transport couples back to the feeling of their wedding day with authenticity and artistry. We are Purveyors of Time Travel through Cinematic Storytelling – and that philosophy begins long…

Some old photos and love letters scatttered on a table
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Why We Are the Original Storytellers in Wedding Filmmaking

Over the past decade, iconic fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, and Gucci have redefined the way they connect with audiences – by embracing the power of storytelling. From Chanel’s Inside Chanel video series launched in 2012, to Dior’s cinematic Secret Garden campaigns beginning in 2014, and Gucci’s bold narrative reinvention under Alessandro Michele from 2015…

A bride and groom in their wedding outfits look over a snowy valley while holding their skis on their adventure elopement
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Ski & Adventure Elopements Across Europe: Real Weddings in the Alps & Dolomites

Love in the Snow – Wedding Stories Written in the Mountains There’s something truly extraordinary about exchanging vows in a snow-covered wilderness – where the world feels still, the crisp alpine air heightens the senses, and every moment feels more alive.  Whether you’re carving fresh tracks together after saying ‘I do’, arriving by helicopter to…

A bride and groom are sitting in a wooden speedboat during their Lake Como wedding elopement
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15 Reasons to NOT hire a wedding videographer

Congratulations on your engagement! Planning your wedding is an incredibly exciting time, and the journey ahead will be filled with countless decisions that shape your day into something truly unforgettable. Where will you celebrate – at home or abroad? Which wedding venue will set the perfect tone? Should you enlist a wedding planner? How will…

A Destination Wedding at Fairmont Montreux Palace
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A Destination Wedding at Fairmont Montreux Palace

Fairmont Le Montreux Palace is one of Switzerland’s most prestigious wedding venues. With its Belle Époque architecture, panoramic views over Lake Geneva, and five-star service, it’s the perfect setting for a luxury wedding. As a wedding videographer at Fairmont Montreux Palace, I’ve had the privilege of capturing multiple weddings and exclusive events –  It’s a…

Rocca di Arignano – A Timeless Venue for Modern Romance
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Rocca di Arignano – A Timeless Venue for Modern Romance

Set against the rolling hills of Piedmont, Rocca di Arignano is a medieval castle that has been lovingly restored, balancing historic charm with contemporary elegance. Dating back to the 11th century, this remarkable venue has been brought back to life by Luca Veronelli and Elsa Panini, whose passion for preserving its heritage has transformed it…

When Did Wedding Films Stop Being About Weddings?
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When Did Wedding Films Stop Being About Weddings?

How over-stylised trends are turning real love stories into staged productions. Wedding videography should be about preserving the emotions, connections, and once-in-a-lifetime moments of your day. Yet, many wedding films today feel more like a polished performance than a true reflection of the celebration. Epic drone shot. Bride swooning into the camera. Groom walking in…

A wedding couple exchange vows on top of a glacier in Switzerland, with a helicopter in the background.
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The Best Wedding Vendors in the World… According to Who?

Are wedding directories shaping the industry … or just selling an illusion? Wedding directories and blogs have transformed the luxury wedding industry into a race for validation, with headlines like “Europe’s 10 Best Wedding Photographers” and “The World’s Best Wedding Videographers” dominating search results. But who decides these rankings? Who defines what makes someone “the…

Capturing Venetian Elegance: A Styled Shoot at San Clemente Palace Kempinski
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Capturing Venetian Elegance: A Styled Shoot at San Clemente Palace Kempinski

Venice provides the perfect backdrop for a luxury wedding. It is a city where history meets modernity, where every corner whispers secrets, and every street narrates a story.  Recently, I had the honour of participating in an extraordinary styled wedding shoot at the prestigious San Clemente Palace Kempinski  in Venice. This exclusive venue, set on…