Is there any better way to show off your love than with an engagement shoot full of hearts? Far from cheesy, these Valentine’s Day-inspired shoots are whimsical and romantic and guaranteed to make you feel all lovey-dovey. Complete with confetti, sugary treats and hot red lips, these 21 lovey photos will inspire you to include all things <3 into your engagement session.
1. Flower Wreath: Show off your love loud and proud with a huge flower wreath in the shape of a heart. (via Tealily Photography)
2. Heart-Shaped Balloons: Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to get goofy with some big red balloons. (via Stone Crandall Photography)
3. Beaches: This couple chose a more subtle version of the Valentine’s Day shoot with soft photos and red accents. (via Jessica Christie)
4. Chalk Hearts: Pull out the sidewalk chalk and have fun making a path straight to your heart. Chalk is a fun way to add some personal touches and gives your photos a vintage feel. (via Renaissance Studios)
5. Paper Cutouts: Play with creative props like these cutout hearts for some adorable save-the-date photos. (via 1314 Studio)
6. Red Velvet: Be transported to a magical forest full of snow, roses and luxurious red velvet. (via Ciara Richardson)
7. And Everything Nice: Because no Valentine’s Day would be complete without some sugary goodness. If you’re a foodie, you’ll definitely want to include treats like these in your photos. (via Poppi Photo)
8. Lollipop Love: From cookies to lollipops, heart-shaped treats are the perfect prop for a Valentine’s Day photo shoot. (via Emily Chidester)
9. Red Hot Lips: You won’t be the only one wearing red lipstick after you cover your love in smooches. (via Volatile Photography)
10. Bed of Hearts: Spread out lacy heart doilies for a romantic and flirty backdrop. (via Sara & Rocky Photography)
11. Giant Heart: Because bigger is always better when it comes to hearts. (via Laura Leslie)
12. Pug Love: We can’t get enough of these matching pug scarves. How adorable and loving are those pups — err, people? (via Jodi Miller Photography)
13. Cupcake Hearts: Pretty pink cupcakes? Yes, we’ll be your Valentine. (via Jodi Miller Photography)
14. Bicycle for Two: Fun and playful, this super sweet photo shoot features a huge bouquet of bright red heart balloons and a vintage bicycle. (via Priscila Valentina)
15. Heart of Gold: We’re all about the red and pink color palette, but it just wouldn’t be a perfect Valentine’s without something golden. (via This Girl Nicole)
16. Pop the Champagne: Nothing says romantic like a glass of sparkly and chocolate-covered strawberries. (via CKJ Visuals)
17. Ho Hey: A little bit vintage, a little bit hipster; you can’t help but sing along as you check out these dreamy engagement photos inspired by one of our favorite Lumineers songs. (via Live View Studios)
18. Beach Valentines: Fresh and lighthearted, a white sand beach makes a dreamy background for bright red pops of color. (via Photography by Gemma)
19. Bicycle Couple: Capturing an uber-charming stroll around Brooklyn, these photos are chic and modern with red accents and the cutest Pomeranian ever. (via Tara Welch Photography)
20. Little Red Dress: Blurry vignettes and a glowing afternoon sun make this outdoor setting extra special, and the little red dress definitely reigns supreme in this photo shoot. (via Elizabeth Nord Photography)
21. Pink Tulle: Proof that you don’t need extravagance to have beautiful photos, that pink tulle skirt makes even a simple cafe look glamorous. (via Lace and Locks)
Would you do a romantic Valentine’s Day engagement shoot? Talk to us in the comments below!