Meet Sami + Alex. Not only are they hella cute but as you can see were a ton of fun during their Austin engagement photos. Prior to their wedding at Lucky Arrow Retreat we partied it up in the Austin Green Belt for their engagement session. I can’t wait to share their wedding day!
The Ultimate Guide to Insanely Ironic Austin Engagement Photos (Just Kidding)
Looking to commemorate your upcoming nuptials with a set of engagement photos that scream “Austin” louder than a lone guitarist wailing on Sixth Street? Then ditch the desire to capture your unique love story and embrace the glorious realm of cliché! This guide will show you how to achieve the most perfectly inauthentic Austin engagement photos the internet has ever seen.
Location, Location, Location (But Not Really)
Forget the overdone beauty of Zilker Park or the serene charm of Barton Creek. True Austinites wouldn’t be caught dead at such pedestrian locations. Venture instead to the truly exotic locale of… your friend’s rooftop! Who needs a breathtaking vista when you have the undeniable allure of exposed brick, a precariously perched fire escape, and a power line ballet overhead? Remember, authenticity comes from questionable safety hazards and a view that screams “industrial chic.”
Dress to Impress (But Mostly to Confuse)
Gentlemen, unleash your inner ironic lumberjack. Dust off that vintage band t-shirt boasting a band no one’s heard of since dial-up internet reigned supreme. Pair it with strategically ripped jeans that offer a glimpse of your ironic ankle tattoo – the one that references a meme most people won’t understand. Ladies, the world is your oyster (or should we say, breakfast taco)! Flowy sundresses that billow dramatically in the nonexistent Texas breeze are a timeless classic. Feeling adventurous? Channel your inner Stevie Nicks with a fringed leather vest and a feather boa that wouldn’t look out of place at a costume party. Remember, comfort is for squares. Looking effortlessly Austinatious, even if it means battling heatstroke, is the ultimate goal.
Posing Like You Mean It (Even If You Don’t)
Gone are the days of awkward hand-holding and genuine smiles. True Austin love is expressed through interpretive dance moves that would make a mime blush and Zoolander-esque Blue Steel stares that could curdle milk. Think dramatic leaps into each other’s arms (captured from a strategic angle that hides the inevitable shin splints) or whispering sweet nothings into your partner’s ear while maintaining a meticulously sculpted grimace. After all, a real Austin couple wouldn’t be caught dead looking happy in their engagement photos. Happiness is for tourists, and you, my friend, are about to be internet famous (for mildly ironic reasons).
Props: The Unsung Heroes of Cliché
Who needs bouquets when you have the symbol of true love – a breakfast taco (or three)? Showcase your undying commitment to clogged arteries and delicious Tex-Mex fare by strategically placing breakfast tacos in every shot. Don’t forget to incorporate other local staples like a Yeti cooler overflowing with craft beer (Pabst Blue Ribbon for the true hipster purists, of course) or a rescued Vespa with a questionable inspection sticker. The more random and “Austin-specific” the prop, the better.
Congratulations, Future Internet Stars!
By following these simple guidelines, you’re guaranteed to capture Austin engagement photos that are so perfectly cliché, they’ll become the gold standard of forgettable internet fodder. Embrace the irony, the questionable fashion choices, and the staged awkwardness. After all, your photos will be liked by your closest 200 followers, and that’s all that truly matters in the age of social media. Just remember, when you look back on these photos in years to come, you’ll know you captured the true essence of Austin – a place where being different means being exactly the same (but with a hint of breakfast taco grease).
