The Complete Guide to Summer Engagement Photos

Wear Soft Neutrals

These colors integrate seamlessly with most environments and ensure you stand out.

Don’t Fear Heat and Humidity

Many fear the negative effects humidity can have on hair, but Anderson says it often makes your hair look even better.

Complement Your Scenery

If you’re taking photos in a garden, you’ll want to avoid greens that blend in with the background.

Dress It Up

You may feel more comfortable in loose, more casual outfits, but taking your wardrobe up a notch will ensure your summer photos look as perfect as possible.

Find a Summery Location

If you’re taking engagement photos in the summer, you might as well capitalize on the location variety.

Take Advantage of Golden Hour

Lighting before sunrise and sunset is ideal for your summer engagement photos.

Trust Your Photographer

he heat may leave you feeling sweaty and uncomfortable, but fear not: Your photographer is trained to make you look your best!

Get Adventurous

In most cases, you’ll only take engagement photos once, so you might as well get adventurous and make the most out of it.

Hire a Makeup Artist

A beautiful bridge, steep mountains, and a grove of trees make for an amazing scene.

Choose Compatible Colors

Certain colors go better together than others, so try to sync up your wardrobes for sizzling summer photos.

Head Indoors

Summer weather is unpredictable. Your photo session could be sweltering at the start, chillier closer to sunset, or even be interrupted by an unexpected rain storm.

Bring Your Pet

Share a pet with your fiancé? Take them along for the photo session so you can get a proper family portrait.