The period between November and February is a time when the largest proportion of couples get engaged in North America. If you are one of these couples, there is no need to wait and dream of a future spring or summer day to have your engagement photos done. Buck the trend and embrace the snowy scenes, get cuddly and hire a photographer to capture the seasonal beauty of winter. We’ve got loads of ideas perfect to incorporate into your own winter engagement session. So brew up your favorite hot beverage and get inspired.
Head down the hill
It might be the deepest, darkest part of winter but that shouldn’t stop you from breaking out the sleds and toboggans for some thrilling engagement photos. Photo: Allison Hopperstad
Scout the best location
Ice caves or manufactured ice castles can create incredible settings for engagement photos that look like they were taken in Antarctica. Look for winter festivals or ice caverns if you live near the mountains. Photo: Fragile Images
Bundle up in a blanket
Take the comfort of Netflix and chill and translate it into chicness in your engagement session by bringing an oversized blanket to wrap around one another. It’s like a hug in a photo. Photo: Jacqueline Elizabeth
Have fun
Maybe Mother Nature isn’t playing nicely and the weather isn’t quite what you expected for your pretty picture-perfect picnic in the woods, but you can be sure the photos will certainly be memorable if you embrace the cool weather. Photo: The McCartneys
Dress up for the weather
Fuzzy vests, big boots and soft sweaters make choosing your photo shoot outfits easy, and communicate wintery weather even if there is not a snowflake to be found. Photo: Lisa Dolan Photography
Pick the perfect scene
Use the gorgeous fresh snow to your advantage and head out into nature. Everything looks more magical under a dusting of fluffy flakes…even you two. Photo: Mint Photography
Bring in seasonal props
Merry mistletoe or fragrant pine wreaths will bring in a Christmas theme that perfectly captures the moment in time. Photos: Melina Wallisch
Bury the bling
Setting the ring in pure white snow has elegant results and is a lovely way to get the detail. Photo: ToddG
Throw the snow
Starting a snowball fight can have gorgeous results…and is a lot of fun! Don’t be afraid to get crazy in the snow. Photo: Jonathan David
Get sporty
Whether it is hockey, snowshoeing or skiing, incorporate your favorite winter sport as a couple into the photos. Photo: Emily Steffen
