How to Plan Your Engagement Photos

Planning your engagement photos should be exciting, not stressful! Here’s how to make sure your session is fun, meaningful, and results in photos you’ll love forever.

1. Choose a Meaningful Location

Pick a spot that reflects your relationship—a favorite park, the coffee shop where you met, or even your home. If you love the mountains or the city skyline, go for a location that feels like you.

Favorite Spots-

• Downtown Duluth – Downtown City Vibes Blog
• Toccoa Falls– Romantic Waterfall Blog
• Montaluce Winery & Restaurant– Luxurious Winery Blog
• Summerour Studio- Greenery in Atlanta Blog
• Rhodes Hall- Castle Downtown Blog

2. Pick the Right Outfits

Coordinating your outfits is key! Stick to neutral colors, avoid busy patterns, and wear something you feel comfortable and confident in. Flowy dresses, tailored outfits, and layers photograph beautifully.

Coordinating your outfits is key! Stick to neutral colors, avoid busy patterns, and wear something you feel comfortable and confident in. Flowy dresses, tailored outfits, and layers photograph beautifully.

Need inspiration? Check out these resources:

• Engagement Outfit Guide – Pinterest
• Seasonal Engagement Outfit Tips – Expert advice from Brides.com on what to wear based on the season.

3. Time It Right

The best light happens during golden hour—about an hour before sunset. This soft, warm glow will make your photos look magical.

Want to check when golden hour is for your session date? Use this Golden Hour Calculator to plan the perfect time.

4. Incorporate Personal Touches

Love coffee? Bring your favorite mugs. Have a pet? Include them! Small details make your session feel personal and unique.

Make your engagement session uniquely yours! Bring items that tell your story:

🐾 Love your pet? Here’s a guide to bringing dogs to your engagement session so they can be part of the fun.
☕ Obsessed with coffee? Consider visiting your favorite local coffee shop for cozy, intimate shots.
🎸 Music lovers? Bring your guitar or a playlist of your favorite songs to add meaning to your session.

5. Trust Your Photographer

The best photos happen when you’re relaxed and having fun. Trust your photographer’s guidance, and don’t stress about posing—we’ll capture all the natural moments.

Book your engagement session today and let’s create something beautiful!

View some of Vici’s favorite engagement sessions