PHOTO ALBUMS—WHICH IS THE BEST CHOICE FOR YOU?

When it comes to preserving precious wedding day memories, the photo album has played a priceless role for generations.  Since the wedding album is such an important accessory, sufficient time and consideration should be devoted to selecting the perfect photo book for you.  Following are a few of the different types to think about.

Book Bound

The book bound photo album is just what it sounds like—an album with pages that are not removable, but are bound like a book.  An advantage to this type of photo book is that you don’t have to worry about pages falling out.  A disadvantage is that extra pages cannot be added.  When choosing this book, therefore, it is important to pay attention to the number of photos it will hold.  Normally these albums are available in 200- or 300-pocket sizes.

Ring Binder

Many couples choose the ring binder-type photo album to be able to add pages as needed.  This way, they can store all of their wedding day pictures in one book.  Usually, the pages have the sticky surface with magnetic film to hold and protect the pictures.  A disadvantage to this style album is the “stickiness” on the page surface, as well as the magnetism of the film can wear off if the photos are removed and repositioned often.  To avoid this problem, plan ahead where you want to place the pictures so you won’t have to move them over and over.

Memos

Want to add notes next to your photographs?  Well, you can do that if the photo album you choose feature lines for memos adjacent to each picture pocket.  While the wedding is fresh in mind, writing notes in the spaces provided will serve as a reliable memory aid, truly making your special day “unforgettable!”

Covered

To color-coordinate the photo album with the other wedding day accessories, couples can opt to have the wedding album covered.  Some online bridal shops offer a few color combinations to choose from.  This usually works for those who have traditional wedding colors.  On the other hand, a growing number of shops offer a virtually unlimited number of color choices—perfect for couples whose selections reflect the modern color trends.

Personalized

Either of the types of photo albums described above can be personalized.  Some shops will engrave the desired message on a silver or gold plate to attach to the book.  Others personalize by embroidering the words on fabric that will cover the book.  Prices will vary from shop to shop, but for the special touch that personalizing adds to the photo album, many view the extra charge a small price to pay.

If your purchase of a photo album is well-thought-out, it will, no doubt, be one of the best investments you’ll make, allowing you to relive wedding day memories for years to come.