Your engagement session is a quiet pause in the middle of planning. A chance to be together, breathe, and remember why this season matters. Clothing plays a small but meaningful part in how these images feel. The goal is not to look styled, but to feel like yourselves in a way that photographs naturally and beautifully.

Below are simple guidelines that work well in Greenville, the Upstate, and the mountains nearby.

Choose Clothing That Moves

Movement feels like emotion in photos. It helps the images feel alive.

Think:

• Soft fabrics

• Long dresses or skirts

• Shirts that feel relaxed, not stiff

• Layers that pick up breeze or light

If you love jeans, wear them. Just choose a pair that fits comfortably so you can walk, sit, and hold each other easily.

Stick to Soft, Neutral Tones

Upstate landscapes carry a lot of natural texture and contrast. Soft colors photograph beautifully against them.

Colors that work well:

• Warm whites

• Sand and tan

• Olive, sage, and soft green

• Charcoal instead of pure black

• Dusty rose and muted clay tones

If one person wears a pattern, let the other wear a solid. This keeps the focus on connection, not clothing.

Prioritize Comfort Over Trend

If something feels uncomfortable, it will show. Choose pieces that feel like you. Clothing you already love usually photographs better than something rushed or brand new.

Ask yourself:

• Can I move easily?

• Will I feel good sitting or walking in this?

• Do I recognize myself in this outfit?

The answer should be yes.

Bring One Simple Outfit Change

Two outfits is enough. One dressier look and one relaxed look gives variety without interrupting the flow of the session. Keep both in the same color palette so the gallery feels cohesive.

Examples:

• Dress + button down and slacks

• Flowy skirt + simple top

• Linen shirt + jeans

Consider the Location

A few Upstate specific ideas:

Downtown Greenville
Clean lines, minimal outfits, polished textures.

Pretty Place or Blue Ridge Overlooks
Earth greens, cream, warm neutrals that blend with nature.

Home or Personal Spaces
Soft knits, bare feet, cozy tones, lived-in fabrics.

The environment sets the tone, your outfits should feel at home within it.

Accessories and Details

Small choices add depth without distracting.

• Simple jewelry

• Soft makeup that feels natural

• Hair that can move rather than hold a fixed style

Your hands will be in almost every frame, so consider moisturizing and a clean nail finish. Nothing fancy required.

Most Important

Wear something that feels like you together. Your connection is the focus. Clothing supports it, but it should never overpower it.

This session is not about posing.
It is about how you hold each other.