How to Do the Dip at Your Wedding
Capturing the big dip on the dance floor, especially with a dramatic kiss, is much harder than it appears. Moves can be awkward, hair can be unruly, and looking graceful can take a bit of practice. If you want to see how photographers capture the big moment or learn how to make your own look flawless, scroll down to see 8 fun photos and get 7 great tips for how to do the dip at your wedding.
#1 Always signal to your partner you are ready to dip them by placing your hand between their shoulder blades and applying a little bit of pressure. That way they’ll know you literally have their back when it comes time to make your move.
![Example of how to do the dip, La Vie Photography, San Juan Islands](https://wbwp.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/first-dance-groom-dips-bride-purple-lihting-worlds-best-wedding-photos-san-juan-island-photographers-la-vie-photo-15.jpg?VersionId=5TPE1WOSCNjo1_MbItLuGkbPT4BL5mfI)
#2 Make sure you have plenty of space and there is nothing on the floor or near you before you begin.
![groom-kisses-and-dips-bride-at-first-dance-procopio-photography](https://wbwp.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/groom-kisses-and-dips-bride-at-first-dance-procopio-photography%20%282%29.jpg?VersionId=_kmYugDfaS3FFrwdwp3xVwJ43Z.ylfAd)
#3 Lean your partner back with confidence. Keep your legs hip width-apart and plant your right foot forward to support your weight and theirs.
![Groom shows how to do the dip, Dark Roux Photography, Texas](https://wbwp.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/groom-dipping-bride-and-going-in-for-a-kiss-during-their-dance-photo-by-dark-roux%20%282%29.jpg?VersionId=0ZsurbfEUCZhUy2N7B33CVQFBs6JF0yn)
#4 Don’t lean over too far or you could end up dropping your partner instead of dancing with them.
![Groom dipping bride and almost dropping her - Vinson Image, Arkansas wedding photographer](https://wbwp.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/groom-dipping-bride-for-a-kiss-arkansas-photographer-photo-by-vinson-images.jpg?VersionId=gCUWiQTZX8yYGsR95.U4ZUfF4xEFplDW)
![Groom drop bride while trying to do the dip, Hudson River Photographer, New York](https://wbwp.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/big-dip-for-the-bride-at-first-dance-photo-by-hudson-river-photographer.jpeg?VersionId=hMJMwUEM3EKnnjaEa77eMxZVOG7R0Vmq)
#5 Maintain the dip for 2 full seconds to make it dramatic and give your photographer time to capture the moment.
![Photographed by Al Gawlik, Texas wedding photographer](https://wbwp.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/Groom-dips-bride-during-sparkler-exit-amy-gawlik.jpg?VersionId=s.deCsnyT.jDpWZsRhWMO3J6.U9cPl8m)
#6 Bring your partner back up gracefully and know your next moves to do the dip correctly. If you’re doing the dip during your first dance this may be a great time for a twirl and a kiss.
![bride-and-groom-kiss-at-sparkler-exit-photo-by-cameron-zegers-photography](https://wbwp.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/bride-and-groom-kiss-at-sparkler-exit-photo-by-cameron-zegers-photography%20%282%29_0.jpg?VersionId=lwCt2TEGeLRwdFCZvMNL2zd2O2wnuQw1)
#7 Practice your steps at least 5 times before your big day, and you’ll be all set to do the dip you'll feel the magic happen!
![bride-and-groom-exiting-reception-under-sparklers-new-orleans-austin-houston-wedding-photographer-photo-by-dark-roux (2).jpg](https://wbwp.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/bride-and-groom-exiting-reception-under-sparklers-new-orleans-austin-houston-wedding-photographer-photo-by-dark-roux%20%282%29.jpg?VersionId=N0Npb_igYpHr6v1LD8p5X3GYP0JtzQ8g)
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