12 swoon-worthy couple poses to steal for your own wedding shoot

Sitting pretty

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If there's a railing, ledge or even a bench at your shoot venue, this is one to try. Position yourselves, then lean in for a gentle kiss. Just be a hundred and ten percent sure it's safe. You don't want to put yourselves in danger just for a photo.

See Cordelia and Mike's enchanting photos taken in Istanbul and Cappadocia, Turkey.

Image: Expressively Joho 

Adventure bound

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This candid pose has one partner leading the other as they walk, giving off a vibe that says: Let's go on an adventure. Difficulty level: Zero. 

See more of Gregory and Athalie's incredible mountaintop pre-wedding portraits in New Zealand!

Images: Alpine Image Company

No peeping!

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Leave a little to the imagination with this cheeky shot! Other props you can consider using: A book, her bouquet or even your hands! We love how the black and white filter (together with the fedora) lends a retro vibe, too. 

Image: @jenhuangphoto/Instagram

 

Fun in the sun

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This candid shot of a couple looking like they're having the time of their lives on the sandy shore has our hearts. Outfits-wise, think breezy, airy gowns (See: 7 gown fabrics that make your outdoor wedding a breeze) for the bride and casual, light-coloured suits for the groom would suit the laid-back mood your photos. 

Image: @loveandwater/Instagram

See also: Overseas wedding photoshoots: 7 exotic Asian destinations less than 6 hours 

Away we go

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This one's old but gold. Have him sweeping you off your feet and carrying you away - an age-old symbol of the groom whisking the bride away from the family and into his new life. 

Image: @jenhuangphoto/Instagram

High fashion romance

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Romantic, candid shots make for fantastic wedding portraits, but for couples after a penchant for drama, take your cue from Tan Quing Jue and Lee Ke Li's pictures shot by Skyy Woo. This edgy, sexy pose complemented their futuristic shoot theme. 

Image: Skyy Woo Photography/ @skyywoography/Instagram

See also: WANT A BRIDAL BOUDOIR SHOOT? 6 THINGS THIS PHOTOGRAPHER WANTS YOU TO KNOW

All in the touch

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"Hands are a powerful tool for communicating touch, a feeling that we have all experienced and one that is laced with lasting emotional memories. The more physical touches a photograph holds, the more impact it has." - Jen Huang 

Image: @jenhuangphoto/Instagram

See also: #Grooms We Love: “Being with him always makes me feel safe and comfortable.”

Beneath blue skies

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For the outdoorsy couple, this sweet, relaxed embrace exudes love and contentment. 

Image: @samuelgoh/Instagram

See also: 8 RELATIONSHIP TIPS FOR COUPLES IN THEIR FIRST YEAR OF MARRIAGE

Best face forward

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The bride's expression says it all when it comes to being in the arms of her man. 

Image: @wedphotoinspiration/Instagram

See also: 4 SINGAPORE DIGITAL INFLUENCERS' TOP PRE-WEDDING SKINCARE TIPS FOR GLOWING SKIN

Home sweet home

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A preview to life after marriage and living under one roof couldn't look any sweeter. 

Alternatively, take a leaf from this couple's book, who had their wedding portraits taken in the pre-renovated HDB apartment! 

Image: @jenhuangphoto/Instagram

The little things

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This pose might seem casual but it's all in the details: The way your hands touch, and the way you look at each other, and keep from looking at the camera to give it a natural and genuine feel. Of course, that incredible backdrop of the great outdoors helps too. (See: 10 top Instagrammable destinations for spectacular pre-wedding photos)

Image: @5ive5ifteen/Instagram

 

Have fun!

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You're marrying your best friend! Show it with playful, happy shots - play fights, tons of laughter or even pillow fights! When you're enjoying yourself, it shows in the photos, too. 

Image: @wedphotoinspiration/Instagram 

Photography: @peytonrbyford/Instagram