If you feel overwhelmed by the thought of coming up with engagement photo outfit ideas, you are certainly not alone! You want to make sure they fit your overall vibe as a couple but that they aren’t too formal since you can save that for your big day.
We will cover everything from what to wear in each season, whether or not you and your fiancé should match, and most importantly- how to make those photos pop!
If you follow these tips, you will have trouble figuring out which ones you want to print and put up on your wall because they will all be epic!
I always suggest one formal look and one casual look for your shoot. So let’s talk about what this looks like for both ladies and gentlemen.
Ladies, imagine you are dressing up for a night out on the town!
For your formal look, think about what you would wear as a wedding guest or to an anniversary date with your boo. I always love a cocktail dress and heels.
Hop into something more comfortable like a romper or a jumpsuit for your casual look. Feel free to leave the heels on if that’s your thing, but if you want to change into sneakers or sandals, this would be the time.
I know you’ll look stunning in whatever you choose.
Guys, you need to look fresh for your shoot!
The perfect engagement photo outfits for guys, starting with your formal look, are suits. I love this look with a button-down under it and no tie. It takes it down just a notch from wedding day, but you’ll still look dope.
As you move to your casual engagement photo outfits, jeans with trendy low-cut leather sneakers look great. Adding a blazer, polo shirt, or khakis keeps a sophisticated look even when you’re toning it down.
If you have a favorite sports team you’d love to include, this would be the time to throw your jersey on (as long as it’s in prime condition).
If you are looking for specific engagement photo outfit ideas by season, this is for you.
Some couples may think coming up with engagement photo outfit ideas in colder weather is difficult, but I actually LOVE incorporating fancy hats and coats! Don’t be afraid to make them part of your outfit – it’s a chance for you to show off your personality, which is what an engagement shoot is all about.
Engagement photo outfit ideas for fall can include stylish boots, Chelsea boots, or matching Timberlands.
Engagement photo outfit ideas for winter might have you tying in cardigans, turtlenecks, pea coats, leather jackets, or shearlings. This is an awesome chance to show off your unique style as a couple.
You’ll want the engagement photo outfit ideas for spring and summer to keep you cool. Neutral tones like white, black, and navy are a classic way to do this. But, I never want you to shy away from a pop of color.
There are so many awesome options out there like green, cranberry, mauve, and marigold. Make sure you and your partner have picked tones that complement each other, and you’ll get all the compliments.
As you consider different engagement outfit ideas for couples, think about your casual look and your formal look and pick pieces that are complementary but not matching.
Ladies can incorporate colorful accessories, with a simple white (or solid-colored) dress shirt and dark slacks for the guys. The accessories for the ladies can match the color of the shirt for the guys for a fun pop. It’s particularly important for same-sex couples not to wear matching dresses or shirts. Always think of complementary – not clashing – tones.
White is always a timeless, flattering choice that matches everything and a choice that many brides make. When you are getting ready for your engagement shoot, though, I want you to think about what makes you say, “YASSSS” and go for that. Your energy should shine through in your engagement photos.
For most of your session, you will probably want to wear cute flats or boots with a low heel rather than 4-inch stilettos. Often, engagement photo shoots require some walking, and you’ll want to be comfortable. If you’re going to wear heels during the formal portion of the session and then change, that is a great option!
Remember to keep your location in mind when choosing your shoes, too- if we are shooting on a farm, you’ll need to think about what to wear for engagement photos outdoors, and heels are probably not the best choice. On the other end of the spectrum, wearing white sneakers to the city is probably not the best choice since they’ll get dirty quickly.
Use common sense and base your shoes on your stylish outfits, and you’ll look dope when you show up to your engagement shoot.
Remember, your engagement photo shoot is an opportunity to make art that can welcome people to your wedding! You can use them to create an elegant guest book for your loved ones to sign on your big day or use an oversized image of the two of you to greet all of your friends and family entering your venue.
It’s also a chance to gain a bunch of timeless images you can share forever by printing and framing them for your walls. In addition, by having multiple looks, you’re giving yourself a chance at having extra photos of yourselves to remember and enjoy this stage of your lives.
Let’s do it the right way by following these tips for your engagement photo outfit ideas. I promise you’ll come ready to shoot feeling like royalty.
I know you’re going to crush it, and I can’t wait to be there to capture it all.
Leave a comment and tell me what you’ll be wearing to your engagement shoot – I can’t wait to hear!