“She said yes!”
Congratulations, mate! Now that you are engaged, you must be busy planning for your special day as early as now.
READ: Here are 10 Things to Do After Getting Engaged
With all the preparation you’re on top of now, it can be easy to overlook a seemingly sensationalised, but ultimately important wedding prep: the prenuptial shoot.
Whether or not you and your wife-to-be are keen on having your photos taken, there are a whole lot of benefits in getting a prenuptial photoshoot.
WHY DO WE NEED A PRENUPTIAL PHOTOSHOOT?
Aside from the fact that these photos will be treasured memories of your time together as an engaged couple, these photos can also serve as stunning background for your actual invitations or save-the-date invites, or even other materials to be used in the wedding.
It’s a simple yet unique way to showcase the wedding’s theme.
But before you call up a professional photographer to hire for your pre-wedding shoot, you need to have an idea about the concept of the shoot, right?
PRENUP SHOOT CONCEPTS AND STYLE
Take this as an opportunity for your engagement shoot to be a unique and personal way to represent you as a couple.
But there are trends nowadays that are simply too lovely to miss out on! Here are some of our top picks:
Movie Inspired
Getting prenuptial shoot inspiration from films is a timeless yet fun way to be creative.
As a couple, you can be inspired by a classic movie you both love, or maybe the very first one you watched together as a couple.
Harry Potter has always been a well-loved concept. Bring its magic to your engagement shoot and represent the different houses of Hogwarts with its colours. Get a scarlet tie with a gold pocket square for Gryffindor, green knitted skinny tie for Slytherin, blue and cream tie for Ravenclaw, and yellow knitted tie for Hufflepuff.
Disney-themed shoots have also become a classic, especially for princess-themed shoots. You can go all out and dress like royalties in the likes of Snow White and Prince Charming, or you can just get colour inspirations from Sleeping Beauty. Cravats can be your choice of accessory for that noble look.
Other Disney film classics have also taken the limelight, like Carl and Ellie’s undying love in Disney Pixar’s UP. Recreate this theme with colourful balloons and Carl’s iconic pre-tied bow. Throw in a pair of big, chunky square frame eyeglasses, too!
Destination
Imagine the idea of a pre-wedding honeymoon, waking up at the sight of your dream destination, next to your wife-to-be. Sounds perfect right?
Aside from the two of you taking a quick break from all the stressful planning for your upcoming special day, you can also ask your wedding photographers to come with you and take your prenuptial shoot while you travel.
You may dress casually to blend in with the place. That also means a lighter luggage!
But to savour the moment and make the most out of it, you may wear a suit with the classic black bow tie, while your wife flaunts a fresh white cocktail dress.
Season & Nature Inspired
It doesn’t get any more romantic than a couple’s photo in the middle of a colourful flower field, or a luscious, green forest.
Afterall, some of the most stunning engagement photos are set against a mesmerising backdrop — nature.
You can use actual flowers and fruits as props, and to incorporate your wedding colour palette to your prenup shoot.
Make your wardrobe the highlight of the shot by wearing an eye-catching ensemble.
A pastel colour coordination looks fit for spring, with it’s fun and light feel matching the cool weather. Try on this mint green bow tie with navy blue polka dot braces for that perky vibe, paired with your bride-to-be’s colourful bouquet and lacy dress.
The chilly seasons will also play a majestic feel in your photos. Pull off that rustic vibe during autumn with a wool or suede waistcoat, or be cuddly and adventurous during winter in a knitted tie in an all-white backdrop. Take this opportunity to be all glamed up!
While your bride-to-be wears a fluffy, elegant faux fur and a flowy white dress, you can be in a classic well-tailored suit and a sleek black tie that will surely look stunning in photos against the crisp white snow. And oh, don’t forget to throw in a matching waistcoat for extra warmth!
Since your prenuptial shoot must be done months before the wedding, you might want to consider what’s the current season while you are still planning for the big day.
Don’t be too worried about your prenup shoot having a different theme or vibe from your wedding itself. Think of it as you going through different seasons together as a couple. Isn’t that the beauty of it?
THE PERFECT SHOT
Whether you are planning to keep your prenuptial photos for your private eyes or share it across all social media platforms, your pre-wedding photos should reflect your love story and personal style.
But most importantly, just have fun as an engaged couple and treasure every moment you have before the wedding day!
Wear your best accessories as it is something you’ll look back to in the future as you reminisce your early years as a couple.
