Finding Your Engagement Style: How to Make Your Photos Truly Feel Like You

Your engagement session is more than just a date on the calendar — it’s a chance to celebrate your love story and capture a little piece of your life together right now. But here’s the secret to truly beautiful engagement photos: they need to feel like you.

That’s where finding your engagement style comes in.

When you know your style, your photos tell a story that’s authentic, timeless, and unmistakably yours. So, how do you figure that out? Let’s break it down.

1. Think About Your Personal Vibe

Are you laid-back and adventurous? Romantic and classic? Edgy and modern? Your personal vibe can guide everything — from location to outfits. If you’re the cozy-at-home type, maybe your session happens in your living room with coffee mugs in hand. If you love the outdoors, think golden-hour fields, mountain trails, or a lakeside picnic.

2. Look at What Inspires You

Browse Pinterest, Instagram, or your photographer’s portfolio and save the images that instantly make you smile. Pay attention to what they have in common:

• Are the colors light and airy, or rich and moody?
• Do you like formal posing or more candid, laughter-filled moments?
• Is the setting urban, rustic, or natural?

These patterns are your style clues.

3. Consider How You’ll Use the Photos

If your engagement pictures will be front and center on your wedding website or save-the-dates, think about how they’ll complement your wedding style. Soft, romantic photos pair beautifully with a classic or elegant wedding theme, while fun, colorful shots might suit a casual backyard celebration.

4. Don’t Be Afraid to Mix It Up

Your engagement style doesn’t have to fit into one box. Love a formal look but also want barefoot-in-the-grass shots? Do both! Your engagement session can be as versatile as your relationship — a blend of moments that reflect all sides of you.

5. Trust Your Photographer

Once you share your ideas and inspiration, your photographer can help you refine your vision. A good photographer will suggest locations, poses, and lighting that match your style while also making sure you look and feel incredible.

The Bottom Line:
Your engagement style should be a reflection of your personalities, your relationship, and the life you share. When you take the time to figure it out, you’ll end up with photos you can look back on years from now and say, “That was so us.”

If you’re ready to start planning your engagement session, let’s chat! I’d love to help you bring your vision to life and capture all the little moments that make your love story one of a kind.