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Best Props for Engagement Photos

Updated: 8-30-2023

Written by: Wendy A.

Wedding photos are always beautiful and stunning. Make your engagement memorable and fun by sharing the photos on your wedding day.

Engagement photos are a great way to commemorate your upcoming nuptials. They're also an opportunity to create a fun and memorable experience for your partner, family, and friends. One of the best ways to add some creativity to your pictures is by using props.

What props can we bring to an engagement shoot?

1. Balloons

Balloons are a great prop to bring to your engagement photos. You can write a message on it, or bring a bunch of small balloons and let them float around you while you take pictures. Get them at wholesale prices from trustworthy suppliers!

If you are having an indoor photoshoot, balloons work well with curtain backdrops of your color choice. Make use of event draping and backdrops to set the mood for your photoshoot!

2.  Champagne

Champagne is a must for any engagement shoot. You can't go wrong with real champagne! You may pick out a special bottle from the store, or take something that has sentimental value. Remember the bottle of champagne you opened on your first dinner date? If you are a sentimental couple, these tiny details are perfect for capturing your precious moments.

3.  Colorful Fabrics

If you're looking for a great prop to use in your engagement photos, look no further than versatile and stunning fabrics. There are plenty to choose from, from bold velvet, spandex, or satin fabrics to light sheer fabrics like cheesecloth or organza. Order fabric rolls in bulk to save money. Not only are they perfect for the camera, but they are durable and you can simply use them for your next photoshoot or events!

4.  Alphabet Blocks

Alphabet blocks are a fun, playful way to add dimension and personality to your photos. The couple's first names can be used as props, or you can spell out words that are meaningful for them. You can also use them in non-alphabetical ways. For example, by stacking the blocks on top of one another to create a tower or by arranging them into shapes like hearts or stars.

If you're looking for an easy way to make your own alphabet blocks at home, try using wooden craft sticks! These are perfect because they come in different colors and sizes. Just stack up as many sticks as needed to make each letter desired before adding paint or glitter glue for extra shimmer!

5.  Bike or Scooter

If you're looking for a fun way to add some movement and energy to your engagement photos, a bike or scooter is an excellent choice. You can use these props as the backdrop of your photo shoot, or have one of you riding it, while the other holds onto it. Before bringing along a bike or scooter for your shoot, make sure that it has been cleaned up so that there are no dirt or grease marks on it.

When decorating your bike or scooter with flowers and other decorations, keep in mind that they should complement each other--you don't want things clashing together. Make sure, too, that whatever flowers/decorations used aren't too heavy since this could affect stability when riding around town.

6.  Personalized Fabrics

Personalized fabrics are a great way to personalize your engagement photos. You can use them to highlight your location, or as a backdrop for your shoot. Flags can also be used to make a statement, like "Just Married" or "Will You Marry Me?"

Another option is to use these eccentric led neon signs for an added personal touch. If you are up for it, do a night time photoshoot instead! Play with lights and make some modern portraits that will wow your guests.

7.  Dog or Pet

Bring your pet! If you have a dog or cat, bring them along for the shoot. Your photographer will be happy to have an extra subject on hand and there are many ways you can incorporate your pet into the engagement photos.

Take a photo with your pet: A great way to start off is by taking a picture together as a couple with one of your favorite pets in the photo as well. This will give everyone something positive to remember from this experience, and it's also a nice way for others who don't live near us anymore or who aren't able to see how cute our animals are.

8.  Photo Props

A photo prop is a physical object that you can use to enhance your engagement photos. It can be anything from a stuffed animal to an old car. Photo props are used to make the image look more interesting and give it context, which will help you remember the day better when looking back on it later.

Photo props are especially useful if you want your engagement pictures to reflect something specific about yourselves or your relationship.

There are many benefits of using photo props: they add interest and color; they provide context; they show off hobbies or interests; they give people something else besides just two people standing next to each other looking at each other awkwardly!

Engagement photos are a great way to document your love for each other. They're also a great way to get creative and have fun with your photographer! If you're looking for some ideas on what props to bring, you can also check this list.

Whether it's something as simple as balloons or cake or something more elaborate like fur coats or bikes/scooters; there are so many different options available that will make your pictures stand out from the rest.

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About the Author: 

Tara Ybarra, Co-Owner and Event Planner for Ybarra Events, has been in the Wedding Industry for over 20 years. From Photographer, to Wedding Cake Artist, to Florist, to Officiant, and now Wedding Planner, her accumilated experience, paired with her College Courses in Event Planning, have given her the experience she has today. Blogging gives her an opportunity to share that knowledge with her readers. 

Ybarra Events is located in California’s spectacular Napa Valley. Ybarra Events are the pièce de résistance of wedding planners. Run by the dynamic duo of Tara and James Ybarra, they help couples organize, design, and plan their nuptials at some of the most fabulous and luxurious wedding venues in Napa, Sonoma, San Francisco, and Beyond. Chat with them today to start planning the wine-country wedding of your dreams.