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What to Wear to Your Engagement Session | Advice from a Northern Virginia Wedding Photographer

Stepping into the spotlight for your engagement session? Let's talk attire! Finding the perfect outfit is key to capturing timeless and stunning photos. From chic dresses to classic suits, our latest blog post has all the tips and inspiration you need to dress to impress for your engagement shoot. Stay tuned for expert advice on striking the balance between style, comfort, and personal flair. Get ready to shine in front of the camera!

Color

We always recommend neutrals, whites, creams, and earth tones that fit well with the setting that you have chosen for your session. One or two pops of color is often a great way to tie together an outfit, and we are especially partial toward blue (be your own something blue).

Movement

An outfit with movement will transform your photos beautiful! Pick an outfit that is flowy, airy, textured, and soft.

Timeless

Pick something that you will still love in 5-10 years! These photos will be part of your memories for many years to come. Try to avoid large logos that may be distracting.

Personal

To be truly comfortable during your session, select an outfit that feels authentic to you! Whether it’s old or new, just make sure it’s you!

Show off your personality

Use accessories to show off your personal, unique style

Neutrals will always be Timeless

Layers

Layers are a great way to get an extra outfit look in your photos, and stay warm if it is chilly out.

Blue & White

Blue and White is a classic color combo for engagement sessions.

Layers & Patters

Layers and Patterns are a great way to create a cohesive look. This couple was able to pull in multiple of her dress colors into his look.

Autumnal Photos

Dress for the season you are in! It may look out of place to be in snow and a short dress. Sweaters and jeans are a great casual outfit choice.

Complementary Colors

If you are choosing multiple colors, use the color wheel to help select complementary colors.

Match Your Partner's Vibe

Whether casual or formal, make sure that the outfits are cohesive with each other in level of formality.

Colors

If you want to incorporate a bright color, we recommend the other partner wear neutrals to help balance the look.

Play to Your Venue & Interests

For their hiking-style session, this couple selected to wear cute, outdoor friendly attire.

Let's Talk Patterns

Patterns are great to incorporate in moderation. Have one pattern or two well-coordinating patterns can work very well.

Color Pop

Incorporating a pop of color can be a fun way to show your personality! Make sure that it is grounded by your partner wearing a more neutral palette.

Coordinating Colors

Selecting colors that work well together creates a beautiful image.

Change Your Outfit

An outfit change can allow you to have the best of two worlds! One outfit that is casual and one outfit that is more formal.

Stay Warm

Our engagement sessions are typically an hour. Select an outfit that allows you to be comfortable while shooting around town.

Autumnal Neutrals

This pop of color coordinates so well with his neutral outfit.

Formal Neutrals

We will always fawn over neutrals! We love how these two play off each other’s more formal looks with a neutral color palette.

You Can Match

If you want to have a matching look, we recommend utilizing neutrals to avoid visual overwhelm. This couple matched so well.