Chances are you’re having your engagement photos professionally done. This is great because they will know how to pose you, style you, and the perfect settings. Here are some tips for the poses you should definitely do, as well as some extra tips to make the moment is captured flawlessly.

The Lift: channel your ‘Dirty Dancing’ moves and have a shot of the soon to be husband lifting you off the ground. Don’t worry, it doesn’t need to be like the iconic dance move, even a foot off the ground gives a whimsical and fun feel to your shoot. Couples often make this shot fun and romantic, but no matter what, their personalities shine through.

Forehead kisses: there is something so timeless about the signature ‘forehead kiss’ picture. It really shows the love between the couple, and the reactions always seem the least posed with their true reaction coming through.

The gaze: This one can feel cheesy to do, but it’s a way to forget the camera is there. Sometimes staring at your photographer can feel uncomfortable, especially at first, but staring into the eyes of the person you want to spend the rest of your life with? Easy.

Cropped: if you want to take a little more artistic approach, try having the photographer crop out the top of your head right below your eyes. Whether it’s a close up or standing next to each other at a farther distance, leaving something out leaves something to the imagination when others look at them.

Some extra touches that will give your photos a variety: Back-lit photos give a glowing effect that is always beautiful. Having pictures taken in different seasons gives great variety. Also, shifting your weight and honoring the classic tip, “if it bends, then bend it.”

Above all else, trust your photog – they’re the professional, they do this all the time, and they know what looks good!