The Best Season for Your Missouri Engagement photo Session | Winter, Spring, Summer And Fall
I’ve photographed a lot of amazing couples all over our great state of Missouri, from St. Louis to Columbia, Kansas City, Lake of the Ozarks, Springfield and beyond. And there’s always two common questions I’m asked. The first question is “What Do I Wear??” My couples are in luck, because I share my Ultimate Engagement Session Style Guide magazine. It’s my exclusive KB Bride Guide to picking outfits, props, and time of day.
Without fail, the second question is this: What is the best season to do our engagement photos? And it’s always hard to help narrow down a favorite! In short, every Midwest season has its picturesque scenery and beautiful backdrops. Of course here in Missouri, we experience every season to its fullest - and sometimes multiple seasons in one day! Other factors can affect your season choice too: what clothing you’d like to wear, or what sentimental location or memory speaks to your heart. But narrowing down a date on the calendar - that’s tough work!
So here’s my best photographer advice to consider for each season below: Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. And then you tell me: which Missouri season is YOUR pick for your engagement session?
Winter Engagement Photos
Missouri winters are COLD but OH SO beautiful. Feeing chilly? Wrap your arms a little tighter around each other, or grab a blanket and cuddle under it for some cozy moments captured. Engaged couples should feel inspired to brave the elements of nature for those snuggly shots.
Extra bonus: Midwest winters can often transform wooded forests into breathtaking winter wonderlands. What a perfect chance to walk on fresh snow, snuggled up close with your significant other. Find a beautiful grove of evergreen trees and fresh powder and you are set for a romantic, dreamy engagement photoshoot in the snowy forest.
spring Engagement photos
Spring in Missouri is wonderful because it’s the perfect temperature. We may be dodging a real potential for RAIN, but think of all that potential for first-of-spring blooms! The greenery is popping out and grape vines are filling in. Imagine yourselves under the canopy of a blooming tree or taking a romantic walk among the tulip gardens. Just don’t forget the Zyrtec :)
summer Engagement Photos
Missouri summer days are HOT but they last for a long time. There is so much daylight in the summertime that most engagement sessions can shoot until 8:30pm! This means the best light of the day is the hour before sunset, also called golden hour, and you’re going to want to have portraits during this time.
Fall Engagement Photos
Fall engagement sessions are the best! The temperature has that slight chill in the air. You can wear whatever you want and be pretty comfortable: summer clothing, winter clothing, or anything in between. And the colors are vibrant and beautiful! Fun fact: My husband and I had our engagement photos taken in the fall and it was wonderful. We loved the cool weather, and we were happy to have photos to share at Thanksgiving with our family and friends.
Bonus: Extra Tip for Your engagement Session
Bring a picnic basket, blanket, and a champagne bottle to pop and drink for your photo session!
There is so much beauty to our Missouri seasons! What do you think? Which Missouri season is YOUR pick for your engagement photo session?
Complimentary engagement sessions with styling assistance are included for many KB Brides in their wedding collections, or sessions can be scheduled Ala carte. Reach out and schedule yours today.