40+ Adorable Pics to Take With Your Ring Bearer
Asking a relative, friend's son, or your own child to play the role of ring bearer on your big day? Include a few special photo ops just for them. We've rounded up some of the most memorable shots featuring little lads from real weddings!
Plus, check out 50 Cute Photos to Take With Your Flower Girl.
By: Stefania Sainato
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Whether they are smitten or can't stand one another, the ring bearer and flower girl interacting with one another is bound to result in some priceless photographs.
Photo Credit: E.C. Campbell Photography
Portrait With the Bride
A bride scoops the ring bearer up into her arms in this too-cute-for-words shot.
Photo Credit: Monique Hessler Photography
Holding the Rings
Don't forget to ask your photographer to include a photo of the ring bearer holding his precious cargo! This detail often goes unmissed.
Photo Credit: Jessica Roberts Photography
Masked Identity
A group of tots breaks out the masks and capes for an action-packed photo.
Photo Credit: Jonathan Cossu Photographer
Showing Off Their Outfit
With his newsboy cap, checkered vest and pants, and classy bow tie, this ring bearer is feeling his stylish look.
Photo Credit: Vanessa Joy Photography
Cruise Control
The steering wheel might be bigger than his head, but that didn't stop this tyke from giving it a whirl.
Photo Credit: VP Studios Photography
Procession of Signs
If you go with the more-is-merrier approach, have each ring bearer carry their own prop to spell out a sequence of words.
Related: 50 Sweet Props You'll Want to Use in Your Wedding Photos
Photo Credit: Kate Noelle Photography
Lined Up at the House of Worship
We love the juxtaposition between a holy setting and the playfulness of this pew pose.
Photo Credit: Kate Noelle Photography
Aisle Debut
Front and back shots of your ring bearer walking down the aisle are a must, especially since this is often a pivotal moment that brides don't get to witness for themselves.
Photo courtesy of Aliana Events
Close-Up Shot
With a close-up of those baby blues and sheepish grin, this ring bearer has captured our hearts.
Photo Credit: Linda Chaja Photography / Event Coordination and Design: Magnolia Event Design
Paging Ring Security
Upgrade your ring bearer to "ring security," official briefcase and all. Position him so that he's in the foreground and the groomsmen are grinning from afar to recreate this fun snapshot.
Photo Credit: Eric Vest Photography
During the Vows
A ring bearer contemplates the meaning of marriage in this stoic snapshot.
Photo Credit: Red Letter Days
Ceremony Proceedings
If you and/or your fiancé have kids together or from a previous relationship, include a special prayer with them at the ceremony or recite vows just for them.
Photo Credit: Red Letter Days
Getting Cheeky
This ring bearer kissed the bride on the cheek before the wedding ceremony began.
Photo Credit: Red Letter Days
Portrait With the Groom
Capture the groom and his mini-me with a traditional portrait in all their wedding finery.
Photo Credit: Amy & Jordan Photography
Portrait
All smiles! This pose works so well because it keeps hands occupied. Another variation is to have youngsters grip onto their suspenders.
Photo Credit: Amy & Jordan Photography
Carrying the Train
Lifting up all those layers of tulle requires arms of steel, but this ring bearer is up for the task.
Photo Credit: Amy & Jordan Photography
Grooming With the Groom
Lather up with this precious pre-wedding pose.
Related: 60 Must-Have "Getting Ready" Photos
Photo Credit: Tye & Emily Photography
Help Getting Dressed
Snap a photo of the groom fastening your little guy's tie.
Photo Credit: Hello Gorgeous Photography
Veiled Kiss
A veiled smooch tugs at the heartstrings.
Photo Credit: Mike Falco for Christian Oth Studio
Holding a Sign for All to See
Ramp up the anticipation by having your ring bearer carry a sign announcing your big aisle debut. Personalize it with the groom's name or wording that indicates how you're related.
Photo Credit: Enchanted Celebrations
Aversion to K-I-S-S-I-N-G
Photobombed by the ring bearers and flower girls! We love this silly photo.
Photo Credit: Carmen Roberts Photography
If the Shoe Fits
A ring bearer charms the socks off the groomsmen.
Photo Credit: Disney Fine Art Photography & Video
Reception Entrance
Guests at the reception erupted in laughter once they spotted this adorable ring bearer.
Photo Credit: Josh Lynn Photography
Being Silly With the Bride and Groom
Don't be afraid to let loose on your wedding day!
Photo Credit: Douglas Benedict Photography
Carrying the Bouquet
A bow-tied gentleman triumphantly presents the bouquet to the bride.
Photo Credit: Trivium Studio Photography / Event Coordination and Design: Antonia Christianson Events
Double-Sided Sign
And they flipped it around to read "Ladies, save us a dance" for the recessional!
Photo Credit: Mi Belle Photographers / Floral Design: Hidden Garden Flowers
Double-Sided Sign
In a clever twist, these ring bearers jointly carried a sign reading "Uncle Marsh, here comes your gal" on one side for the processional.
Photo Credit: Mi Belle Photographers / Floral Design: Hidden Garden Flowers
Family Matters
Gather your immediate family for an ensemble shot that will be the star of your wedding album.
Photo Credit: Lindsay Collette / Event Coordination and Design: Antonia Christianson Events
Busting a Move on the Dance Floor
This ring bearer shows off his best moves on a light-up dance floor.
Photo Credit: Quetzal Photo
Exploring the Venue
A sweet swing at a Southern plantation presented the perfect photo op for this duo.
Photo Credit: Nyk + Cali, Wedding Photographers
Ladies Man
Encircled by adoring bridesmaids, this little fella has all the ladies wrapped around his little finger.
Photo via mariee.com.br
Carbon Copy
Simon says, mimic the groom! A ring bearer does his best impersonation in this hilarious wall shot.
Photo Credit: Anne Edgar Photography
Down to Earth
Crouching tiger? No, it's just an adorable ring bearer.
Photo Credit: Trevor Dayley Photography
Bear Hug
This shot of a bride being bum-rushed by her ring bearers and flower girls gives us all the feels.
Photo Credit: Sarah DeShaw
Altar Ego
Have your ring bearer don his favorite superhero T-shirt underneath his formalwear and reveal his true identity.
Photo Credit: Kevin Le Vu Photography
First Look
This couple captured an emotional "first look" without breaking tradition by having their son stand in the frame of the doorway, clutching both of their hands.
Related: 75 Reasons to Have a First Look
Photo Credit: Aisha Khan of Ama Photography & Cinema
Peek-A-Boo
Or have the ring bearer pop out between the groom's legs for another silly take.
Photo Credit: Solar Photographers
Happily Ever After
The sweetest happily ever after at Disney's Wedding Pavilion.
Related: 50 Ways to Add a Little Disney Magic to Your Wedding
Photo Credit: Disney Fine Art Photography and Video
Sweet Embrace
The bride and groom held their little one-year-old peanut between them, resulting in this darling family portrait.
Photo Credit: Feather and Stone Photography
