40 Engagement Photo Ideas to Steal From Couples Who Totally Nailed It
Congrats, you’re engaged! It’s time to commemorate the momentous occasion with a romantic photoshoot. But where do you start? There are so many cheesy couples' photos and countless run-of-the-mill shots that it can be a challenge to snap a photo that is truly your own. But thankfully, you don't have to rely on those predictable poses and overdone locations. There are three major things to keep in mind for your session:
Location: Whether you and your significant other are world travelers or would rather just Netflix and chill, location is everything for making your engagement photos unique. Have a go-to coffee shop where the barista knows both of your orders? Or a brewery where you meet for happy hour every week? Use these personal spots as inspiration for your engagement shoot to save the memories of these places for years to come.
Consider Your Wardrobe: While you don't want to match your partner, you'll want to make sure your colors complement one another. Opt for pastels, neutrals, and cool shades. We recommend avoiding busy prints, which can create distractions in your photos.
Time it with Golden Hour: Sunset (or Golden Hour, as most Instagram users would call it) is the perfect time to capture a beautiful shot that guarantees great lighting. The orange, soft hues will make for an intimate feel in your snaps.
With those tips in mind, take a look at how the following couples did it; lighthearted and fun or glamorous and chic, these engagement photo ideas are sure to inspire you.
In Front of the Perfect Sunset
Cotton candy skies create a soft pastel backdrop that we will never tire of.
2. Go for the boho look
Flow-y dresses, flowing fields, and golden light helped this couple nail this style.
3. Find that fall foliage.
Between the light and the leaves, autumn sessions never disappoint.
4. Show off Your Silly Side
Goofing off makes for a playful pic that shows off this couple’s young at heart vibes.
5.Utilizing Golden Hour
Dusk’s amber haze never disappoints.
6. At an Iconic City Landmark
Especially in the city you love and live - these make great save the dates!
7. Incorporate Local Art
Funky art that’s iconic to certain locations can add pops of color and contrast to your photos.
8. Visit your wedding venue
After their wedding was moved due to COVID, this couple took a trip to their venue in order to keep the excitement going for another year.
9. Include a Little Music
A sweet serenade ensued when this couple encountered a piano.
10. Slow dance by the river
A dreamy blue sky was a romantic end to this engagement.
11. A Photo With Your Fur Baby
They are part of the family, too!
12. Take a Dip in the Ocean
Foamy waves crashing around this totally in love couple make for a super fun shoot.
13. Visit a favorite haunt
This couple took a walk to a fave local spot, where they have shared many date nights.
14. Go for some fun and games
Incorporate your fave pastimes into your photos for a fun and unique shoot.
15. Check out your favorite coffee shop.
If sharin’ a cuppa joe is a common occurrence, it’s a cute way to start your session.
16. Show your college spirit
Share an alma mater? Celebrate the fact that you’ll always root for the same team.
17. Share a drink
Not only is it delicious, but also can help calm those photo nerves!
18. A Playful Day at the Carnival
There’s no sweeter date spot than a fun night at the fair.
19. Incorporate a personal sentiment
This couple included the first note ever left between them - and the reason they were able to reconnect after a chance meeting.
20. Include Your Favorite Fairytale
For the bookworms out there, head to the library.
21. Celebrate With Bottles of Bubbly
Poppin’ bottles is a surefire way to congratulate yourselves!
22. Incorporate iconic signage
This couple just happens to live in this very building.
23. Add a pop of color
This couple brought colored powder to add a shock of color and lighthearted fun, making for some spirited photos.
24. Head to Your Favorite Local Pub
When you both really, really love beer, we’ll catch you in your natural habitat.
25. In a Winter Wonderland
Snowy shoots are oh-so-romantic.
26. Recreate your first date.
Revisit the place where it all began.
27. With a Big Apple Backdrop
There’s nothing more classic than the NYC skyline.
28. A Nature Walk
A hike in a beautiful park presents a lot of photo ops.
29. Beachside Bliss
If you spend your weekends at the shore, this a great spot for your photo shoot.
30. Cheers with a cocktail.
Don your best outfit and head to a swanky cocktail bar.
31. Share a Sweet Treat
What’s more fun than stopping mid-session to indulge in a cone?
32. Make Inclement Weather Beautiful
Rain doesn’t always mean a reschedule.
33. Find your reflection.
Reflecting pools always add some pizazz!
34. Fields of Flowers Forever
It’s the ultimate romantic backdrop.
35. Find a fave bridge.
On it or under it, bridges always paint a pretty picture.
36. Home sweet home
Inside or outside, your comfort zone is a great place for pics.
37. A fave garden
This couple picked a garden center and nursery to provide a lot of color and greenery for their images.
38. Pack a picnic
Grab a blanket, find a field and let the magic unfold.
39. Pick a fave pier
Overlooking the ocean is a romantic backdrop without getting too wet.
40. Soak it all in
Stop and take it in - you’re engaged! The marriage journey is just beginning.
