Top 5 Ideas for an Alternative Wedding Video (That Look Epic on Film)
If your idea of a wedding video isn’t two people standing in a field pretending to laugh while the wind catches a veil in slow motion — we’re on the same page.
At Everlong Wedding Films, I create wedding videos for couples who want their film to feel like them — full of movement, laughter, chaos, and emotion. Whether your day is in a forest, warehouse, tattoo studio, or back garden, the best wedding films come from moments that are real and full of energy.
So if you’re planning something a little less “traditional,” here are five ideas for an alternative wedding video that look incredible on film — without feeling staged.
1. Write (and Record) Personal Vows or Letters
Few things make a film more emotional than your own words. Whether it’s reading vows out loud during your ceremony or privately exchanging letters beforehand, this audio becomes the emotional heartbeat of your film.
You don’t need to be a poet — just be honest. Talk about the small moments, the things you love, the in-jokes no one else gets. Those raw, unscripted words cut deeper than anything polished ever could.
🎥 Pro tip: If you’re nervous about reading vows in front of everyone, record them in the morning and let me blend them into your film’s opening sequence. It’s intimate, personal, and beautifully cinematic.
2. Break the “Perfect” Dress Code
Black dress? Suit with trainers? Matching leather jackets? Do it.
The best alternative wedding videos come from couples who aren’t afraid to show their personalities — and clothes are a huge part of that.
Non-traditional outfits not only photograph beautifully, but they also give your film instant personality. Imagine how stunning a deep red or black dress looks against golden-hour light or on a packed dancefloor — it’s visually striking and instantly “you.”
🎥 Pro tip: If you’re wearing something bold or unusual, we’ll make sure to film it in light that does it justice — think golden hour or soft window light for that cinematic feel.
3. Embrace Movement and Chaos
The energy of your day is what brings your film to life. Don’t worry about everything being perfect — movement looks incredible on video.
Run through confetti, spin around during portraits, dance like you mean it. The laughter, the messy hugs, the wind catching your hair — that’s the good stuff. That’s what makes your film feel alive.
🎥 Pro tip: If you’re up for it, let’s capture a few shots during golden hour — when the light is soft, warm, and totally magical. It’s the perfect time for authentic, natural movement on film.
4. Create a Big Visual Moment
A few planned “wow” moments make your film unforgettable. Think:
Smoke bombs in your wedding colours
A champagne tower
A sparkler tunnel
Confetti cannons
A wild dancefloor entrance
These moments look epic on video, and they bring a burst of energy to your story. You don’t need to go overboard — one or two standout visuals can completely elevate your film.
🎥 Pro tip: Let me know in advance if you’re planning something like this, so I can capture it from the best angles and make it look cinematic.
5. Don’t Follow Trends — Tell Your Story
The most powerful wedding films are personal, not performative. Maybe you’re getting married at a family home, in your favourite bar, or deep in the woods. Maybe you’re skipping traditions altogether. Whatever you’re doing, lean into it.
Alternative wedding videography is all about capturing what’s real — not what’s trending. Your story, your people, your energy — that’s what makes it special.
🎥 Pro tip: Forget the Pinterest checklist. Focus on what feels like you. The film will follow.
The Bottom Line
There’s no rulebook for an alternative wedding video. It’s all about celebrating your story in a way that feels honest, emotional, and completely original.
So if you’re planning a wedding that doesn’t quite fit the mould — and you want a film that reflects that — we might just be the perfect match.
