The best engagement-session outfits are ones you can move in and feel comfortable wearing. Start with the setting, the season, and clothes that feel like you. This guide covers a few practical ways to put your outfits together without overthinking them.
Express Your Unique Style
This is your time to shine, so let your personalities burst through your wardrobe choices. Are you a free-spirited couple? Opt for bohemian-inspired attire, flowy dresses, and floral patterns. Prefer a classic look? Go for timeless pieces like tailored suits or elegant dresses. Whatever your style, embrace it and let it reflect who you are as a couple!
Comfort is Key
While looking incredible is important, feeling comfortable is equally vital. An engagement shoot involves moving around, laughing, and having a blast with your partner. So, choose outfits that allow you to be at ease and enjoy the moment without any wardrobe malfunctions. You don't want to be fussing over uncomfortable shoes or an ill-fitting dress when you should be lost in each other's eyes!
Coordinate, But Don't Match
Matching outfits are so last season! Instead, aim for a coordinated look that complements each other. Choose colors that work well together or opt for a cohesive theme. For example, if you're going for a beach shoot, think about soft pastels or neutrals. If you're on the mountain, you can still opt for neutrals but this is where you can also throw in some jewel tones to complement nature.
Colors and Patterns
Don't shy away from adding a pop of color or experimenting with fun patterns. Jewel tone hues can add energy to your photos, while patterns can bring a touch of playfulness. Just remember to strike a balance between bold and overpowering. You want your attire to enhance your photos, not steal the show! Think about the background, you don't want to blend into it but you also don't want to stand out too much with neon or bright colors that will distract. If one person wants to wear a pattern, the other person should go for solids.
Consider the Location
Think about the location of your engagement shoot when planning your outfits. If you're strolling through a romantic park, a flowy sundress or a casual button-up shirt paired with khakis can create a relaxed and dreamy atmosphere. For an urban setting, modern and chic outfits with a touch of sophistication might be the way to go. Let the location inspire your fashion choices! Make sure it makes sense, too. You don't wear heels at the beach or on a mountain, you go barefoot and wear hiking boots.
Accessorize with Flair
Accessories can take your outfit from drab to fab! Ladies, think statement earrings, delicate necklaces, or a trendy hat. Gentlemen, consider a stylish watch, a cool pocket square, or a snazzy tie. Accessories can add that extra oomph and elevate your overall look, making you both camera-ready and oh-so-fashionable!
Props
We don't love being tacky, we love being classy. When you think props, you think the wooden Pinterest sign with your new last name or the date your partner proposed, but there's a way to bring props into the shoot that aren't Pinteresty! Do you guys make pizza every Friday night? Let's do that. Do you guys have cocktail night? Let's break out the cocktails and shaker. Are you and your partner avid motorcycle riders? That would be so sick to incorporate. I have about a million and one ideas, so if you want something a little different or unique, talk to me!! This one below was at a wine bar in Portsmouth.
Remember, this is your time to shine as a couple, so don't be afraid to show off your unique style and personalities. Dress comfortably, coordinate without matching, and let your location inspire your fashion choices. And don't forget to accessorize like a boss!
Now that you're armed with some fashion-forward tips, go ahead and plan your engagement shoot wardrobe like the stars you are. Trust me, when you look amazing, feel great, and radiate love, your photos will be nothing short of magical!
Now that you've got your outfits picked out and know what to wear to your engagement shoot, it's time to choose a location! Check out these guides:
