6 Tips on What to Wear for your engagement session
WHAT TO WEAR FOR YOUR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS
I love engagement sessions!
These sessions allow me to not only get to know my couples more but it’s also your way of getting to know me as well.
Over the years I have sent out great ideas and even places that I know most couples love to shop. And who doesn’t love the chance to go out and get a new outfit! But, more than likely you have pretty awesome clothes in that wardrobe of yours just waiting to come back out.
I say to treat an engagement session like a date night. Of course, for dates we tend to dress up a little more than the typical 9-5 or college clothes.
With that in mind here are 6 clothing tips that I have found beneficial over the past 23 years of sessions.
1. BE CONFIDENT AND COMFORTABLE
During your session, you want to feel confident in what you have on. If you feel like it’s not the right style or fit for you, try your closet. I bet you have a favorite in there! You want to feel not only confident but comfortable too!
2. How many OUTFITS TO BRING
Bring at least two outfits: one casual to start with and one dressy.
The dressy outfit does not have to be a suit and tie but something you would typically wear to a nice dinner or to a friends wedding.
Eg: Maxi dress or if we are in the cooler months a sweater and nice jeans.
3. COORDINATE – BUT don’t MATCH PERFECTLy
Coordination doesn’t mean you have to wear a matching outfit. But, your look should come together.
Complimenting one another in the same tones is beneficial.
For women, we highly recommend dresses, because the right dress can be the most flattering piece on every body shape. Look for dresses with flowy fabric and defining features.
For men, rather than overpowering patterns and logos, try plaid or solid color button-up shirts or sweaters. Fun patterns that go with a particular look are also OK.
4. THINK OF THE SEASON
We have a pretty warm fall and spring season. But, even with the warm weather, it is nice to layer and use tones that match the season. During the fall months, I love earthy tones that blend well with the scenery around. Small blankets are always a great idea as they add not only character to the session but warmth on chilly days without the large jackets.
5. WHEN ALL THE OTHER IDEAS ARE OUT THE DOOR DRESS IT UP!
I am a firm believer that you can never go wrong with dressing up. There are so many options for rentals and great sites like ASOS and Nordstrom to find great dresses and classic men’s clothes. Rent the Runway is another great option as you don’t have to keep that dress you might never wear again. Just rent it for a couple of days and mail it back.
6. But, the most important tip is to just be yourself.
Do not force yourself into clothes that are not ‘you’. Outfits aren’t everything. Be yourself!
Be sure to also check featured engagements for great clothing ideas and tones that work great for my style of photography!