They’re headed to splitsville.
A person’s wedding day is one of the happiest days of their lives.
While smiling for pictures and slow dancing is sweet to witness as a guest — according to wedding photographers, there are subtle — and sometimes not-so-subtle — red flags that suggest a marriage may be headed for divorce, even before the cake is cut.
“One of the most recurring red flags that I see is when either the bride or groom, usually the groom, really resists getting photos taken,” Christopher Todd Griffiths, a Southern California-based wedding photographer with 20 years of experience, told the Daily Mail
And it’s not just camera shyness.
“They really are unwilling to cooperate,” he explained. “This is a huge red flag, as it suggests they are not willing to participate in something that is really important to their partner.”
A couple’s body language can also reveal a lot. While some couples exude effortless chemistry, others seem like they can’t wait to get away from each other — a troubling sign on a day meant to celebrate love.
“This one is easy to spot as a photographer,” he admitted. “Some couples have great chemistry, while others seem like they can’t stand being near each other.”
Another key indicator that a couple won’t make it past their honeymoon is how they react when something goes wrong on their big day.
“You really get to see their problem-resolution skills in action. Are they a team, or are they turning against each other?” Freelance photographer Devin Dugard told the outlet.
Another tell-tale sign is when a couple avoids eye contact with each other — yes, even on their special day.
“It is understandable to feel unsure about where to look when the camera is on you, but avoiding eye contact with your partner, especially on your wedding day, can suggest a more profound disconnect,” Dugard revealed.
While some couples might make it a few years past their wedding day — some middle-aged women are pulling the plug on their marriage as menopause unleashes “built-up resentment.“
Supposedly, menopause is causing many women to wake up and smell the unhappy-in-a-marriage coffee — and leave their spouses.
“We spend our entire adult lives taking care of our husbands or partners and children. We give so much of ourselves to other people as nurturers that we lose ourselves in the process,” a recently divorced ex-bride, Melissa McClure, told USA Today.
“It wasn’t a midlife crisis, but an awakening,” McClure revealed.
“I’m wide awake to the possibility of what my life can be, and it doesn’t include you,” she told him. She ended her marriage three years ago and said she has never been happier.
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