ENGAGEMENT GUIDE
Now that we're officially booked for your wedding date — it’s time to plan out your engagement session
WHAT TO WEAR
probably one of the first questions you have — and i’m here to help guide you into some choices that are both unique to you but also flattering, appropriate and complimentary.
my goal is that you both feel comfortable and confident, in outfits that work best with my shooting and editing style
together we will come up with the best combinations — this is such an important piece to how your photos will turn out
LOCATION + ENVIRONMENT
First consider where your session will take place and what season it will take place in - if we are going to the mountains - pack some comfortable shoes, but if it’s a beach session no shoes are even necessary. If it’s winter you want to think all about layers - but in the middle of summer you’ll want fabric that is breathable and flowy. Think about the surrounding colors - if we are surrounded by trees you may not want to wear shades of green that blend into the background. environment plays a huge role in your outfit decisions
the following are tips that I recommend when picking out your engagement session outfits — with that being said, these photos are yours to cherish forever! ultimately it is most important that you both love and feel comfortable in what you’re wearing
COLORS
I always recommend neutral colors and earth tones — think beige, cream, burn orange, navy blue, mustard yellow, navy blue, browns and other muted colors.
avoid colors that are too bright and too matchy to each other — complimentary is important, matching is not
MOVEMENT
movement is key to catching those authentic, fun, non-staged photos you all love about my photos so much! with that being said its super important that your clothes are too restrictive — think long, flowy dresses, shirts with movement, outfits that you feel confident in when you run around
PATTERNS
when it comes to patterns, I recommend only one of you wear one (if any), and think more soft, subtle patterns instead of loud, distracting ones
ACCESSORIES
think shoes that you can move around in — hats, jewelry — pieces that have meaning to you both - bring ideas and don’t feel like just because you have it you need to wear it for every photo — options are always a good idea :)
PROPS
favorite bevy you two enjoy sharing together? a game that you guys fell in love playing on your first date? polaroid camera? your jeep? coffee date? the sky is the limit — know that props can elevate your photos and aren’t cheesy like you might be thinking!
mood board
here’s some examples of outfit combinations I love the feel of
FAQs
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1000% up to you! professional makeup always makes photographs look beautiful, making your skin tone look more ‘flawless’ but if you aren’t one to normally wear a lot of make-up, you might feel uncomfortable. the most important advice I can give you is to make these photos as unique to you as possible
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again, totally up to you! if you are one to never have your nails painted, it might not be the best idea. I will be taking up close and personal photos of your gorgeous ring, so at bare minimum you should have your nails manicured or a painted a neutral color :)
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I promise your full online gallery delivered within 3 weeks from you session date
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two is the best — I recommend one more casual outfit and one that’s a little more dressy (if you have an idea you want to run by me or really want a third option just let me know)
How to make the most out of your session
be intentional with each other — I don’t want you to think about “smiling at the camera” or waiting to hear what pose I am going to put you in. the most magical sessions come from couples who focus more on each other than on me
if I am not telling you to do something, keep doing your own thing — there will be moment during the session you won’t hear me talking (this is a good thing). have fun with each other, make each other laugh, compliment, kiss — enjoy this intimate time together
take the day off of work or at minimum plan a fun dinner or cocktail date afterwards! take the time to be intentional and celebrate this super special time in your lives! this is just the start of the fun you two will share in this lifetime together
My goal is for you both to think at the end of the session
“that was actually really fun”
