Boy, how times have changed. It used to be that an engagement photo was just that–one photo.  Traveling to the nearest Olan Mills Studio for a perfectly posed photo was just about all it took.  But now, that just won’t do.  Stepping up process, it’s no longer a photo–it’s an event!  Orchestrated and planned by the couple and their photographer, these engagement photos bring the relationship front and center, showcasing the couple’s fun side, interests, where the live or even give a glimpse of how they met.  It’s a veritable expose!

With all that going on, it’s important that these babies turn out right.  To get the most out of your wedding engagement photos, True Photography suggest these tips (and from the look of their amazing photos, they’re right!):

1)  Long exposures can help create great movement in the shot.  Everyone knows that the world doesn’t stand still when you kiss, but this picture says that it certainly feels that way.

2)  Showing that you have fun together, shows how much you love each other.  Look for ways to incorporate your personality into the shot.  A good photographer can also catch the natural, spontaneous fun you’re having that day as well.

3)  Bring a very simple prop that will add interest to the photograph. (Hey, I wonder if a unique wedding favor qualifies as a prop?  Talk about adding interest!)

Or, I should say that winter glistens!

One of the most pervasive themes was snowflakes.  Glistening in diamonds, crystals, rhinestones and tulle, it seems that every dress had some sparkling snowflakes.  Matched with white winter wonderland makeup, it was the look of the show.  Although the white makeup and “snow cap” headpieces might be a bit much for most brides, the dresses were fabulous.  Take a peek!

So get ready for plenty of asymmetrical one-shoulder dresses, transparent layering, heavy hair accessorizing and unique cover-ups for the season’s ready-to-wear trends for 2010.  And, of course, lots of romantic tulle.  It’s the one thing that many of the dresses seemed to have in common.

Why wait until next year?

Although these runway styles won’t be available until next year, you don’t have to wait to see the hottest trends in winter wedding favors.  We’ve got a cool lineup at Favors In The City!