What to Wear: Engagement Session

As you may or may not know, I'm obsessed with fashion (in addition to my nanny job and photography, I also run the blog The Look 4 Less...just call me a multi-tasker!). People often write me wondering what they should wear to their session, and I know it's an often searched topic on the web as well. So, to make everyone's lives a little easier (and because I LOVE doing this sort of thing), I've come up with a few style specific outfits for engagement photos. Each look is geared toward a very distinct personality and style profile, so hopefully one or more will inspire you to be adventurous and maybe a little glamorous for your own engagement session.

This first look is for the super glam bride and groom. They love getting dressed up, and are known for their fabulous style. You may be thinking this is a little over the top for a college town like Iowa City but hey, doesn't every girl deserve to feel like a million bucks for her engagement photos? I think so.


I call this second look "Downtown Chic". This couple is all about chic, sophisticated layers like blazers with skinny jeans and heels and (faux) leather jackets with a cool graphic tee.


This next outfit idea goes in the entirely opposite direction, more toward country chic. This couple is laid back, casual, and want their pictures to reflect that.


And finally, this is probably what I see most often for engagement photos in this area - sort of casual with a twist. This is also the outfit I would personally wear because it's just the closest to my style. I love the idea of mixing patterns a little bit (a floral top for her with a subtly striped shirt for him - the key is to keep everything in the same color family) to keep things interesting.



I hope this has helped at least give you some ideas of where you could go with your style for engagement photos. The sky really is the limit, the main thing is having clothes that fit well (not too tight or too loose) so you can move comfortably, and something that YOU feel beautiful (or handsome) in. If you look good, you feel good...right?

The H Family

A couple of weeks ago I traveled home to take some family photos for my aunt and uncle. Their oldest daughter, Nicole (in the green dress - you may remember her from her engagement photos HERE) is getting married over Labor Day weekend and they wanted to get some photos with their girls before they gain a new family member. We met up at Dolliver Park near Fort Dodge on a humid, bug filled evening. Although the mosquitos were biting like crazy, we were still able to get some great photos. Don't you just love the color scheme they chose? I do - it matches my blog colors!! Here's the sneak peek, I hope you like it!

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I adore these photos of Nicole and Morgan, aren't they gorgeous?
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We managed to get a smile out of my uncle - I love this photo!
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And of course, it's not a family session without including their sweet pup Norah!
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Anniversary Special!

As I mentioned in the previous post, the one year anniversary of Jen Madigan Photography is quickly approaching. In celebration, and as a way to say thank you to all of those who have supported me, I have decided to offer a special for a limited time.

From now until September 20th, every session booked will receive your choice of either:

1) a FREE 5x5 suede hardcover photo book with 20 images (your choice) from your session ($60 value) PLUS 10% off all prints

OR

2) 20% off your session fee + 10% off all prints

Please note: This special may not be applied to previous sessions, or sessions booked prior to the date of this post. The session does not have to take place before September 20th, but must be booked on or before that date.

If you're interested in booking, you can either email me at madiganphotography@gmail.com or click on the contact button at the top of this page. You can also check my availability HERE. If you do use the contact button, please be sure to add madiganphotography@gmail.com to your email list or check your spam filter so it doesn't get lost in your inbox!

I look forward to hearing from you and to another great year!

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