Who said the bride’s dress has to stay in the closet after the big day? Traditionally, the dress is a sacred garment that must be impeccable and preserved intact, but today there are numerous ways to reuse the wedding dress after the wedding. However, the new trend trash the dress is sweeping everything, leading brides to have a post-wedding photo session in which their dress is involved in situations that involve getting it dirty or even breaking it.
“Trash the dress” is a creative, artistic and groundbreaking way for the bride and groom to have an original post-wedding photo session, far from conventional. In this way, the main idea of this new fashion is that the dress stops being a sober and immaculate element, and becomes a key element for the enjoyment of the couple.
In this article we will talk about the evolution of this photographic practice and some ideas on how to carry it out. Yes indeed! Only if you already know the trends in wedding dresses for 2026: we have all the ones that will succeed this season.
Get ready to discover the keys to the trend that is the order of the day at any wedding!
But first… What is trash the dress about?
“Trash the dress” was born in the United States in the 2000s, and was popularized by John Michael Cooper, a photographer who broke with tradition, photographing the bride with the dress in unexpected places such as rivers or factories, subjecting the garment to damage and unusual situations.
It didn’t take long for the trend to attract the attention of brides from all over the world, as well as that of photographers eager to carry out unusual sessions in the world of weddings. This practice allows the bride and groom to free themselves from the tensions of the wedding day, taking the freedom to live out of the ordinary experiences and have a novel wedding memory.
In short, after the wedding day, the bride participates in a creative and artistic photo shoot in which her wedding dress is “ruined” or “dirty.”
What is the ideal time for this photo session?
One thing is clear, and that is that this mode of photography should be done after the wedding, but is there a specific time for this? Typically, photos are taken after the ceremony, after the exchange of vows and celebration of the marriage.
However, another option that is increasingly popular is to take advantage of the paradisiacal, exotic places or urban environments that are visited during the honeymoon. Furthermore, this is when the bride and groom are most relaxed, so it would be perfect for them to reserve some time on their vacation to “trash the dress.”
Unusual scenarios
The settings for a Trash the Dress session are usually anything but conventional, opting for locations that contrast with the traditional elegance of the wedding. While neatness and delicacy prevail on the big day, this type of session seeks the opposite: having fun in surprising and crazy environments, where the unexpected becomes art.
Within nature, places such as the sea or the mountains are usually the most common, as they provide a magical and dreamlike atmosphere to the photos. Water, sand or wind create scenes that seem taken from a story, maintaining that unexpected and groundbreaking touch.
On the other hand, in urban environments, you can look for more dramatic contrasts, such as abandoned factories, with their industrial and rusty aesthetics, which further highlight the whiteness of the dress. Also, the city at night, with its lights, streets full of people or lonely alleys, can be an ideal setting to create an effect of mystery and energy, highlighting the personality of the couple and making each session unique.
The essence of a Trash the Dress session is to show that not everything about a wedding has to be perfect, and that, even in the chaotic or unexpected, there can be beauty.
Best Perfect Venue venues for your trash the dress photo shoot
The venues we offer are ideal for carrying out an unforgettable Trash the Dress photo session. If you are looking for a special place to immortalize this unique moment, you will be surprised by the variety of settings we have available.
- Rustic properties: Perfect for outdoor sessions, surrounded by nature. The open fields, lush gardens and charming corners are the perfect setting for spontaneous and lively photos.
- Palaces and castles: If you dream of a storybook setting, our palaces and castles will allow you to enjoy an elegant and majestic session, but with that casual touch that characterizes Trash the Dress. You can even rent a castle with a dock if you want to add a watery and romantic element!
- Farmhouses: These traditional properties provide a cozy and authentic atmosphere. Its unique architecture, surrounded by nature, creates a relaxed and bucolic atmosphere, ideal for a session that combines rustic with modern.
- Venues with a pier: For brides who love water, we have places with direct access to the sea, rivers or lakes, where you can play with the aquatic environment, adding a touch of freshness and freedom to your photos.
- Gardens and natural environments: If you prefer a more natural and wild environment, our gardens offer you green and romantic corners. Perfect for photos at sunrise or sunset, where natural light will be your best ally.
At Perfect Venue we have everything you could dream of to make your Trash the Dress session a true reflection of your personality and style. No matter what type of setting you have in mind, from the most rustic to the most sophisticated, we have the perfect venue for you!
Now it’s time to shine on your social networks!
We all know that the big social networks focus on photography, and hence the importance of immortalizing the best moments of life and publishing them so that the world can see, be inspired and new trends are born.
Furthermore, the most groundbreaking and impressive photographs are the ones that are most successful on applications such as Instagram or Pinterest, and this is how “trash the dress” has managed to position itself as one of the most common practices among brides and grooms, also allowing them to express his personality without restrictions.
We help you explore your most innovative side by preparing the “trash the dress”.
We know that, even if it is the post-wedding, this photographic moment is no less important, and that is why with Natalia, from Weddings and Events by Natalia Ortiz, all the details will be controlled so that your experience is the best.
The location of the photographs is very important, and that is why you have to know how to choose the most beautiful one. In this article we tell you which are the best beaches in Spain, where in addition to getting married, you can do your “trash the dress”.
It is also very important that the photographer is specialized in this type of photography, so that he knows how to capture the best moments, and therefore, having the help of a Wedding Planner will expand your contact list, thus having the possibility of hiring to the best.
Also don’t miss the return of vintage wedding dresses or the trend of colored wedding dresses, a passing or long-lasting trend?
With our help, the session will become a fluid and well-organized moment, which will faithfully reflect your “trash the dress” ideas.
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