Smoke Bombs For A Wedding Party: The User Guide In 5 Questions

Did you know that smoke bombs are the new trendy accessory for festive events and weddings? This pyrotechnic device produces colored smoke that is unmatched in enhancing wedding photos. If you are among the future newlyweds considering setting off smoke bombs during your wedding celebration, check out our practical guide! We will explain everything you need to know to use this product properly in 5 questions.

1- Why use smoke bombs during a wedding?

If you are fine-tuning the organization of your wedding party, you couldn't have missed the latest trend on social media and photographers' blogs: wedding smoke bombs!

On this very special day, using a smoke bomb will contribute both to the decoration and the entertainment. There's nothing like a beautiful plume of colored smoke to make your wedding photos even more playful and spectacular!

With the help of a professional wedding photographer, you can plan a special staging and capture a fun and colorful moment. Smoke bombs create stunning images that you can then share with your guests and loved ones or post on your social media...

2- What color smoke bomb should you choose for a wedding?

To determine which smoke bomb color to choose for your wedding, it is best to have already set the theme of your wedding party. Indeed, there are smoke bomb colors for all tastes and desires, from pure white to fiery red, including pastel colors like pink or light blue.

Each color has its own symbolic meaning and can enhance your wedding photos in its own way:
• A white smoke bomb symbolizes purity and perfection. It creates a cloud effect in your photos while perfectly matching the bride's dress!

• A pink smoke bomb is a symbol of love and passion. This tender color associated with fairy tales is ideal for creating a romantic and/or rustic atmosphere.

• A red smoke bomb, a symbol of passion, is a bolder option to express your love without moderation. The fiery red also has the advantage of contrasting with the immaculate white of the bride's dress...

• Among other possible colors, orange recreates the ambiance of a warm summer evening and fits well with a bohemian chic themed wedding.

• Blue brightens wedding photos with a celestial hue.

• Purple, a color associated with magic and spirituality, brings a more enigmatic and mysterious atmosphere to your photos.

When organizing your wedding party, you will have to choose one or two smoke bomb colors, or even more! It is quite common and very fun for each of the newlyweds to hold a different colored smoke bomb to create unique wedding photos. If you choose this type of two-color staging, your photos will be even more original and unlike any other.

It is also possible to use handheld smoke bombs in a group photo, selecting up to 3 or 4 colors in harmony with the decor and theme of your party.

3- Which smoke bomb format should you choose?

The color of the smoke is not the only criterion to consider when choosing wedding smoke bombs. This type of product comes in different models and formats.

You must also choose the duration of the smoke plume, depending on when you want to use this pyrotechnic accessory:
• A 30-second smoke bomb is sufficient to celebrate the arrival of the newlyweds, to conceal the wedding cake during the party, or to add ambiance during the wedding procession.

• One-minute smoke bombs come in two models, one handheld and the other in a pot.

• Two-minute smoke bombs are sold only in pots, to be placed on the ground. Their dense and opaque colored smoke can serve as an original backdrop for the bride and groom's portrait or the group photo of the guests.

4- How to properly use wedding smoke bombs?

In general, the triggering of smoke bombs is one of the highlights of a wedding celebration. For this colorful animation to be successful, it must be used in the right place and at the right time.

To achieve the best results, keep the following usage rules in mind:

• Smoke bombs are daytime fireworks that need light to be visible. Do not use them late in the evening or at night!

• The effect is better on sunny days. You can use this accessory if it is sunny or if the sky is gray. However, it is best to avoid using it on rainy or windy days, as these weather conditions disperse the colored smoke.

• Wedding smoke bombs should be used in open spaces, outdoors, and away from public places (such as a forest with walkers or a public park).

Choose an open space like a field, a clearing in the forest, or a wide path so that the background of your photo is free of obstacles and the effect of the colored smoke is even more beautiful.

5- What are the safety instructions for smoke bombs?

Wedding smoke bombs are pyrotechnic accessories to be handled with care. The smoke they emit is not harmful but can be irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract.

Therefore, it is very important to follow the usage and safety instructions carefully to ensure this activity is safe for you and your guests:
• Do not ignite the smoke bomb inside a room or enclosed space.
• Do not hold the torch close to your face; keep your arms raised well above your head.
• Always conduct a preliminary test to check the wind direction before triggering the pin or ignition device. This way, you will avoid getting smoke in your eyes.
• If possible, do a trial run with your wedding photographer before the big day to learn how to handle this accessory properly and achieve optimal results in your wedding photos.