This week we expose the hidden side of Pinterest & Instagram's impact on Weddings, specifically how they promote fake wedding photos and distort the expectations of newly-engaged couples. Have you ever heard of Styled Shoots? They are elaborately planned and carefully orchestrated 'Fake Weddings' run by industry professionals designed to capture awe-inspiring wedding imagery. Well we recently created our own Styled Photoshoot and thought this was a great chance to discuss the pros & cons of such a Photoshoot. Like we love the opportunity for couples to express their creativity, discover unique ideas, and collaborate with talented professionals. However, we also fear the potential for heightened expectations, the pressure to replicate the styled look in real-life weddings, and the risk of losing sight of authenticity when almost all the photos on Pinterest these days use models and not a real couples. We finish off the episode with some practical advice on navigating Pinterest's influence, managing expectations, and embracing the uniqueness of each couple's love story. By shedding light on the Pinterest paradox, we hope to empower couples to prioritise their happiness and authenticity over unattainable perfection. So join us as we dive into the world of picture-perfect Wedding Photos/Make-up and the detrimental effects they can have on your expectations.