Hello, this is Mono Sonny 🤍
As a newlywed who recently completed her wedding journey, I’m sharing one of the most memorable parts — my wedding photoshoot at IVE Studio in Seoul.
IVE Studio has become one of the most talked-about names across wedding communities, Instagram, and blogs, known for its minimal, modern, and emotional portraits.
About IVE Studio
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Photographer: Heeju (@ive_heez)
IVE Studio is one of the most in-demand wedding photography studios in Seoul, admired for its minimal aesthetic and refined lighting.
It’s the perfect choice for couples who prefer modern, emotional portraits over dramatic, decorative scenes.
Key Characteristics
- Minimal backgrounds & soft, emotional lighting
- Focus on the couple, not props
- Elegant, urban, and timeless style
- Subtle emotions over exaggerated poses
Timeline
| Step | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Shooting day | May 20 | With Heeju director |
| 1st edited set | June 6 | Express retouching service |
| Frame pickup | June 20 | For display |
| Final retouch | July 24 | Completed |
| Album delivery | September (expected) | — |
IVE Studio is known for fast delivery and meticulous communication, offering layout proofs and design checks before final production.
Preparation Tips
Before the shoot, I created a moodboard with hairstyle, makeup, poses, and outfit ideas.
This helped the director understand exactly what kind of feeling I wanted — calm, modern, and sophisticated.
👉 Tip: You can find great reference photos on Instagram
Shooting Concept
We focused on white walls, natural light, and monochrome styling.
Rather than staged smiles, we aimed to capture authentic moments — laughter, eye contact, and quiet emotions.
💬 Heeju’s directing style was quiet but precise, creating a relaxed, cinematic atmosphere.
3 Tips for Future Brides
1️⃣ Prepare Detailed References
Don’t just say, “I want a natural vibe.”
Collect reference photos for hair, expression, background, and lighting. It dramatically improves communication with your photographer.
2️⃣ Keep Props Minimal but Invest in Flowers
I skipped most props but invested in flower directing —
especially the iconic flower earrings by Flower & Yunseon, which became the visual highlight of the shoot.
3️⃣ Manage Your Energy
The shoot took nearly five hours — from 4 PM to past 10 PM.
Eat properly, stay hydrated, and bring snacks. Energy shows in your expressions!
Overall Impression
If you’re drawn to emotional, minimal, and editorial-style wedding photos,
I wholeheartedly recommend IVE Studio.
Their work balances emotion, composition, and light beautifully —
and for me, it perfectly reflected my own taste: modern yet timeless.
This review is based on my personal, unpaid experience.
Vendors I Worked With
| Category | Name / Instagram |
|---|---|
| 📸 Photographer | Heeju @ @ive_heez |
| 💍 Planner | Hyejin Jung @ @hyejinp_ (Reason Plan) |
| 👗 Dress | SOYOO Bridal |
| 💄 Hair & Makeup | Jungnam |
| ✂️ On-site hair change | Director Kang Eun |
| 🌸 Flower styling | Yoonseon @ @flower__n__yunseon |