Groom Retrieves Garter from Laughing Bride at Reception
Sunday, July 9th, 2006 at 4:51:36 PM · 2006/wedding photos/wedding photos
A classic wedding reception garter removal tradition is captured at what appears to be a hotel ballroom in 2006. The groom, dressed in a black tuxedo, kneels on the dance floor reaching under the bride's white satin wedding gown while she sits in a chair laughing joyfully. A large crowd of male wedding guests — including groomsmen in black suits with red boutonnieres and other guests in dress shirts — form a semicircle around the couple, many smiling and watching with anticipation. The warm, candid moment captures the playful energy typical of wedding receptions, with the bride's genuine laughter and the crowd's engagement creating a lively, celebratory atmosphere. The photo was taken by Dave Bullock with a Nikon D2X at a reception involving guests named Penelope, Bruce, Josh, Mike, Rob, Travis, James, Ryan, and others.
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