First Look Or Traditional Way?

The moment the groom finally sees his beautiful bride is one of the most magical moments of the wedding. Most people definitely agree that it is a moment they want remembered at their wedding. When he gets to see her is up to the couple though. Many people are now considering a first look between the bride and groom rather than the traditional way of waiting until she walks down the aisle. There are many pros and cons to both and there is really no correct way. It always depends on the couples' desires for the wedding.
The traditional way is due to a "superstition" that it is bad for the bride and groom to see each other before she walks down the aisle. According to an article on My Wedding Chat blog, the tradition of not seeing the bride before the vows, began when arranged marriages were common. There was a fear that the groom would back out of the wedding if the bride wasn't as beautiful as he wanted. Lucky for us, arranged marriages aren't commonplace here now and, most of the time, both parties generally know what they're getting when they marry another person.
There are many articles stating the pros and cons of both ways but I'll just a list a few that are big for me.
Traditional:
Pros:

• The walk down the aisle is even more magical. 
• You get to share the moment of excitement with the people at your wedding. (This may be a con to some people)
• When you the your bridal party pictures, they will actually be of you as a married couple.

Cons:

• Pictures afterwards can be rushed and will keep your guests waiting. 

First Look:
Pros:

• More intimate moment for the couple before they are married.
• More time for photos and you won't keep your guests waiting after the ceremony. 
• You'll be fresh for photos so you'll look your best.

Cons:

• Less magic in walking down the aisle. 
• You won't be married in your photos.

This is by no means a comprehensive list but it includes a few things to consider when deciding. I've even seen photographers who require a first look so they have time to get the photos they feel are necessary. Talk to your photographer about it and to your future spouse. Think about what you value most. Neither is a wrong decision. Whatever works best for you is the best decision! Best of luck!

Sources: http://www.weddingshoppeinc.com/blog/index.php/2015/05/11/should-you-take-first-look-wedding-photos/