Sleek black and white portraits, a bright white backdrop and lighting that makes everyone look their best: the Kardashian-style photo booth has been the look so many couples ask us for, and as 2027 bookings come in, that hasn’t changed. Here’s what it actually is, why it works so well, and how to make the most of it.
What is a Kardashian-style photo booth?
It’s a photo booth set up like a mini fashion studio. Instead of a cabin, a novelty backdrop or busy graphics, you get three simple ingredients:
- A clean white backdrop that keeps the focus on people.
- Professional beauty lighting, the soft, even light you see in fashion and beauty shoots.
- Black and white images with a polished, high-contrast finish.
The name comes from the glossy, editorial black and white look made popular through celebrity social media. Our version is the Glam Booth, a staffed open booth.
Why it photographs so well
The light does the hard work
Beauty lighting is soft and wraps around the face. It fills in shadows under the eyes, smooths skin and gives a natural glow. By the evening reception, after hours of hugging, crying and dancing, that’s exactly what your guests need.
Black and white is forgiving
Mono removes the things that usually spoil party photos: flushed cheeks, colour casts from disco lights, and outfits that clash. What’s left is shape, texture and expression.
Nothing distracts
A plain white backdrop means every print looks consistent and considered. Lay a stack of them on a table and they look like a set, not a random collection of snaps.
It fits any wedding style
Because it’s so clean, it works in a modern city hotel, a grand country house or a barn. It’s the little black dress of photo booths.
Why couples keep choosing it
When couples tell us why they want the Glam Booth, the same reasons come up. They want photos that look good on the wall in twenty years. They want guests to feel confident stepping up, not self-conscious. And they want the booth to feel stylish, in keeping with the rest of the day they’ve planned so carefully.
The Glam Booth is available across our whole area, from city weddings in Leeds to country houses in the Dales. If you’re marrying in or around York, have a look at our page on Kardashian photo booth hire in York.
Styling tips for the couple
- Visit the booth early. Go while hair and make-up are still fresh, then come back later for the fun ones.
- Think about texture. Lace, beading, satin and tailoring all look stunning in black and white. Your outfit details will really show.
- Bold lips read well. A deeper lip colour gives lovely definition in mono.
- White on white is fine. A white dress against a white backdrop still looks beautiful, as the lighting creates gentle shape and definition. Lean into it.
- Get your bridal party in. A group of matching outfits on a white backdrop makes a striking print.
Styling tips for guests
- Dark colours pop. Navy, black and deep greens stand out crisply against the white backdrop.
- Don’t worry about your outfit colour. In black and white, nobody will know your shirt clashed with your partner’s dress.
- Glasses on is fine. If you wear them, tilt your head very slightly down to cut any reflections.
- Commit to the pose. A confident look straight down the lens, chin slightly forward, is what this style is made for. For more ideas, see our photo booth posing tips.
What’s included
The Glam Booth comes with 3 hours as standard, unlimited photo capture with prints every time, a personalised print border designed to match your wedding, our Selfie Star pose guide, a friendly attendant all evening, a gift box with a full set of prints for you at the end of the night, an online gallery of every photo, and setup and clear away. Extra time is available if you’d like it.
Love the look of the Vintage Booth too? Couples who book it, or our Wedding DJ & Photo Booth package, can upgrade to the Glam Booth.
Read more: the magic of black and white photo booths and Glam Booth vs Vintage Booth.
FAQs
What does a Kardashian photo booth cost?
Every wedding is a little different, so we tailor your quote to your date, venue and timings. Check your date and we’ll send you our brochure with everything included. Our guide to photo booth hire explains what affects the cost.
Is the Glam Booth only black and white?
Yes. Black and white on a white backdrop is the signature look.
Will it suit our colour scheme?
Black and white goes with every colour scheme, and your personalised print border can pick up your wedding colours or fonts.
Want the Kardashian look at your wedding? Request a quote or use the form below and we’ll check your date.
