Your engagement session is more than just a photo shoot, it’s a chance to celebrate this exciting chapter in your love story, practice being in front of the camera before your wedding day, and create photos you’ll treasure forever. To help you feel confident and prepared, I’ve put together the ultimate engagement session checklist!!

Choose Your Outfits

When choosing outfits for your engagement session, it’s best to coordinate rather than match! Think in terms of complementary colors instead of identical looks so your styles feel cohesive without being too uniform.

Bringing variety also helps, you might love having one dressy outfit and one more casual look to give your photos a mix of vibes. Keep the season and location in mind when planning! For example, flowy dresses look gorgeous at the beach, while cozy sweaters are perfect for a fall session! And don’t forget the little details, shoes, jewelry, and accessories can really elevate your overall look and add personality to your photos.

💡 Pro Tip: Avoid busy patterns or large logos that can distract from the focus, you two!

Hair + Makeup

Many couples use their engagement session as a “trial run” for professional hair and makeup. Even if you’re doing it yourself, make sure it’s a style that feels like you. A little extra effort goes a long way on camera!

Personal Touches

Not everyone brings props, but they can add personality. A bottle of champagne to pop, a blanket for cozy snuggles, your pup, or even something tied to your love story.

Timing Is Everything

Lighting makes a huge difference in photos. Golden hour, the hour before sunset is always dreamy, but sunrise sessions can be equally magical (and usually quieter if you’re in a busy location!).

Take Care of the Logistics

• Schedule your session around work, traffic, or events in your area.
• Pack a small bag with essentials (lipstick, comb, touch-up powder, water, snacks).
• Bring comfy shoes if you’ll be walking between locations.

Relax + Enjoy the Experience

The best photos happen when you let go of the nerves and just focus on each other. Laugh, cuddle, dance, whatever feels natural! Think of it less like a photoshoot and more like a fun date with a built-in third wheel (me, your photographer!)

An engagement session is your chance to capture who you are as a couple right now, before wedding planning takes over and life gets even busier. With this checklist, you’ll feel prepared, relaxed, and excited to soak in every moment!!

Your love story deserves to be told in the most beautiful way possible! Tap here to contact me!