Sara Theriault 11/13/19 Sara Theriault 11/13/19

What to wear to an engagement shoot

One of the hardest parts of an engagement shoot can be trying to figure out what to wear. It's hard enough picking what to wear each morning. Many of my clients ask for tips on how to coordinate two outfits that suit their personalities, looks good on them, and will be flattering in photos. Here are seven of my tips and tricks to creating the perfect engagement shoot outfits.

ONE: don't choose an outfit that doesn't feel like something you'd usually wear

Wearing clothes that make you feel like yourself is key to making your shoot as custom as it can be. As tempting as it can be to scroll through Pinterest trying to find inspiration, don't allow yourself to get too caught up in it. The last thing you want to happen is to receive your photos and feel like your in someone else's clothing. Take your favorite skirt out of the closet or go shopping for something new. Just be sure that you feel confident in what you choose. After all, these are YOUR photos. You're not trying to replicate someone else's engagement shoot.

TWO: wear complimentary colours but don't match

There's nothing worse than seeing photos of couples who are too matchy. Try to stay away from wearing the same colours. Instead, find a colour palette that suits you and work from that. You're always safe with a basic white or black tee, but a{s tempting as it is to stick to the neutrals, don't be afraid to throw in a bit of colour to make a statement.

THREE: be thinking of past and future shoots

As fun as it is to bring lots of colour and patterns to a shoot, keep this in mind when choosing your theme. Will it go well with your wedding? Would it mesh well with the other photos that you've taken together as a couple? Many couples like to have their engagement photos posted somewhere at the wedding or even printing into a book. Be thinking in advance about the mood and theme you'd like all the way up until the wedding.

FOUR: think of your location

Be sure to be thinking about your location when planning outfits. Will there be wind? If so, movement in clothing makes photos that much more interesting. Consider wearing a dress or a skirt to make more movement in the photos.

In the fall or winter, don't be afraid to dress warm. Winter sessions where the couple bundle up in layers can look very sweet. Again, adding a bit more (without making yourselves too bulky) can make the photos that much more interesting.

FIVE: don't forget about the hands

Photographers typically like to take photos of the engagement ring. Don't forget that your hands will be in these photos too. Consider getting a manicure or even coating your nails with a fresh coat of nail polish at home. It would be a shame to look back and the photos and notice you should have put more effort in nail care.

SIX: makeup and hair

Definitely consider doing something a little extra to your hair and makeup for the shoot. What you're not going to want to do is go to extreme with this. Make your hair and makeup look nice but don't go over the top. You'll still want to look like yourself.

SEVEN: wear clothes that fit right

It's important to find clothes that are flattering to your body. Do some research on your body type if you're not too sure. You shouldn't feel bound to making your clothing decisions based on body type but it's sometimes helpful when you're unsure if something compliments you well or not. Especially in the case of men, it's so important to find pants and a shirt that fit properly. Do the arm raising test to see if you are able to move freely but that it's not too baggy.

Sara Theriault 11/11/19 Sara Theriault 11/11/19

Jessica and Matt's Wedding

Where do I even begin. When I first met Jessica and Matt on their engagement session at the waterfall, there was an instant connection. Jessica with a heart of gold and Matt with a sense of humor you could get used to having around. I just feel like there are some people you are meant to know and I am so happy I met these two.

Their beautiful ceremony took place at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Rothesay NB where all their family and friends came together to celebrate this beautiful day. Little Maddox their son was a special part of the day as well.

There are so many moments I loved about this day! From the bride getting ready to the ceremony to the bar where we stopped for shots! haha

Jessica and Matt are so loved by many and you can tell that the room at the Riverside Golf Club did not disappoint.

Here is their love story!

How did you meet?

This is kind of a funny story….but….

Matt and I met back when my boyfriend at the time played on a junior hockey team. We were 18 years old. I went to the rink, not knowing anyone and sat down beside the only other girl in the hockey rink. This girl was dating Matt Morehouse at the time. We even went on a few double dates together too! Fast forward a few years and Matt and I ran into each other at the gym and the rest is history.

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What is your engagement story?

When Matt and I first started dating he asked me to go away to Moncton for a PlayOn ball hockey tournament. I was completely in shock because he had rented a room at the Marriott and it was such a fun weekend. When Matt proposed he essentially recreated that weekend- minus the ball hockey tournament. He took me downstairs of the hotel for supper at the Keg, meanwhile he had his mom and sister setting everything up in our room. When we came back to the hotel room, I walked in and the room was lit with candles, there were rose petals leading to the bed where the ring was. Even the ring was in the middle of a rose pedal shaped heart. So cute! Haha.