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Stylish Summer Engagement Outfits

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Trying to figure out what to wear for your summer engagement session? Summer is a beautiful time of year for engagement photos, as this time of year creates gorgeous photos that feel warm and romantic! 

As a Kansas City wedding photographer, I wanted to share with you some of my favorite summer engagement outfit ideas that I’ve shared with my own clients. These outfit tips are designed to help you look amazing in your session without having to stress about what to wear! 

Keep reading to discover my top summer engagement outfit ideas for inspiration for your session!

Top Summer Engagement Outfit Ideas 

A person sitting next to their partner reaching their hand up to their face
A couple laughing as on lifts up the other
A couple holding hands and running down an outdoor staircase
A couple kneeling in the grass laughing at a dog in front of them

First things first, before you check out these different summer engagement outfit ideas, I want to mention that when it comes to choosing what to wear, I always suggest choosing clothing items that make you feel comfortable and confident. 

Your engagement outfits are an important part of your session and a representation of who you are. You don’t have to wear something just because it’s “trendy” or conforms to specific norms. 

If something is too constricting or doesn’t feel comfortable to move around in, you don’t have to wear it. The best outfit is the one that feels the most like YOU. 

Also, be sure to talk to your photographer beforehand about how many outfits you’ll have time for, as this will ultimately influence what you choose to wear. During my sessions, I typically tell my couples they will have time for two outfits. 

Here are some summer engagement outfit ideas you can try (remember, these are just suggestions – take what works for you and leave what doesn’t):

Denim 

A couple standing close together in the woods as one kisses the other's forehead
A couple sitting together as one kisses the other's cheek
A person sitting in a hanging chair as their partner leans over them and kisses them
A couple holding hands and laughing in the woods

Denim is a great choice for summer, and it photographs so well! For your session, you could wear jeans, a denim jumper, a denim top, overalls, a denim jacket, etc. 

If you do choose to wear jeans to your session, I recommend that you and your partner both wear them and pair them with a dressy top, such as a tank top, button-up, Henley, or off-the-shoulder top. 

Dresses 

A couple sitting on a staircase as one squeezes the other's cheeks and laughs
A couple leaning against the railing of a small bridge as one rests their hand on the other's chest
A couple standing close together and laughing while leaning on a building
A couple smiling with their arms around each other as they lean into each other
A couple with their arms around each other showing off an engagement ring
A couple hugging in front of a green and white tree

Dresses are perfect for a summer engagement session, and there are so many options you could choose from! You could choose a casual sundress, a printed dress, a maxi dress, a bell sleeve dress, or even a white dress for your session. Also, you could always opt for a skirt, too, if you don’t want to wear a dress. 

Rompers/jumpsuits 

A couple holding hands and laughing as they walk in a park
A person laughing as their partner kisses their cheek
A person sitting behind their partner with their hands over their shoulders as they kiss their cheeks

Rompers or jumpsuits are an adorable choice for summer engagement sessions! They are cute and easy to move around in! You could wear a flirty floral print romper, a denim romper, a balloon leg jumpsuit, or something different, depending on the style and look you’re going for. 

Cream or white colors 

A couple standing in the titanic pose laughing while in the woods
A person sitting on a small stone wall with their arms around their partner as they kiss their cheek
A couple holding hands and walking in front of a staircase to a building
A person with their hands on their partner's face as they smile at each other and lean in for a kiss

Cream / white colors are another color that looks stunning with various backdrops. You could wear a cream / white dress, pants, a button-up, or a dressy top. A white or cream colored top or bottom always gives an elegant, classy look – especially if that’s the vibe you’re going for. 

Speaking of colors, one color I’d recommend avoiding during your summer engagement session is black, as it absorbs too much heat – lighter colors work much better for this time of year. 

Button ups / polos 

A person with their arm around their partner as they kiss their head
A couple sitting down together as one kisses the other's shoulder
A couple leaning against a tree as one kisses the other's cheek
A couple with their arms around each other smiling at each other in front of a lake
A couple laughing with their arms around each other in a garden

Button-ups/polos give off a classic summer look. You can opt for a striped button-up or a solid color polo, or even a linen button-down. Make sure that your button-up or polo is well-fitted. Also, you can’t go wrong with a pair of long, fitted pants – khaki pants always look nice! 

Shoes 

a couple sitting on the couch together laughing
A person hugging their partner from behind as they laugh
A couple sitting in the grass as one leans back to kiss the other's cheek
A couple holding hands and sitting the the ledge of a small stone bridge

There are so many different shoes you could choose from for your summer engagement session! You could wear boat shoes, wedges, loafers, platform sandals, flat sandals, heels, white sneakers, etc. The possibilities feel unlimited in the summer! 

Always bring shoes that you are comfortable in, as you’ll be moving around a lot! When in doubt, always have a backup pair of shoes to walk in, especially if you’re going to various locations during your session. Also, since it’s summer and the weather will be warm, you can also go barefoot for some photos if that’s your vibe! 

Don’t forget the accessories! 

A couple kissing in the park with their arms around each other
A couple holding hands and smiling while walking in a garden
A person hugging their partner from behind showing off an engagement ring
A couple kneeling down and kissing a dog

Summer is great for accessorizing! Some accessories you could bring are: 

  • Hats 
  • Jewelry (rings, necklaces, watches, bracelets, etc.) 
  • Belts 
  • Fun Sunglasses (no Oakleys here ok?)

What Colors Should You Wear For Your Summer Engagement Photos?

A couple laughing as they both hold dogs
A person hugging their partner from behind and kissing their cheek
A couple laughing as they hug each other in a park
A person smiling as their partner kisses their forehead

When it comes to choosing the perfect colors for your summer engagement photos, my first suggestion is to always check out the setting you’ll be working with. 

Colors that I’ve found to work best with the gorgeous golden summer lighting are white, muted earth tones, soft neutrals, and blue. White and tan, white and blue, or white, tan, and light blue are all colors that I have found work well together and also photograph well with different backgrounds throughout Kansas City during the summer. 

Or you could also choose white, tan, and add in a different neutral color if blue isn’t your color, such as light pink, lavender, jewel tones, etc. 

Top Places For Summer Engagement Photos In Kansas City

A person laughing as they partner kisses their hand
A couple kissing while one kicks one of their legs up behind them
A person holding a dog and smiling at their partner on the ground with another dog
A person smiling as their partner kisses their cheek
A couple laughing as they swing their hands and walk along a sidewalk
A person with their hands gently on their partner's face as they kiss

As a Kansas City wedding photographer, I had to add in some options for places to take your photos throughout the city! If we work together, we’ll find the perfect spot for your engagement session, whether it’s at one of the places I’ve listed below or somewhere else. 

Here are some of my personal favorite places to take engagement photos in Kansas City, particularly in the summer: 

  • The Nelson-Atkins Museum
  • Loose Park 
  • National WWI Museum & Memorial
  • The Crossroads District
  • West Bottoms
  • Riverside Market (especially when their market is in full swing on the weekends!)

Ready To Take Your Summer Engagement Photos?

A person laughing as their partner kisses their cheek
A couple sitting on a staircase together as one kisses the other's cheek
A couple kissing while one has their hand on the other's face showing off an engagement ring
View from above of a couple sitting together with their arms linked

I hope you found these summer engagement outfit ideas helpful. Summer is such a dreamy time of year to plan your session, as you’ll have dreamy golden hour lighting and colorful backdrops to work with. 

And… if you’re still looking, your dream Kansas City wedding photographer for your engagement session, I’d love to connect! I specialize in wedding photography that celebrates love in all its forms. Every relationship is different and deserves to be captured uniquely, which is exactly what I do!

You can click here to learn more about my wedding photography or head over here to get in touch with me! 

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