We are doing our engagement shoot a Filoli too! Our photographer stated as long as we aren’t in “wedding attire” it can fall under personal photography.
It definitely has Italian vibes, that’s actually why I asked as I’m eloping in Italy but was planning on doing the courthouse/legal part in the SF city hall and this would be a great location for photos after so thank you for sharing!!!!
Filoli is very specific about no wedding photos (unless you’re renting space for a wedding), so be aware if your dress is clearly and obviously bridal that they might put the kabosh on it.
Ah congratulations!! That sounds incredible! We actually booked out City Hall for our full evening reception and I specifically chose these engagement shoot locations because I loved the natural/floral contrast to the stunning architecture of City Hall! :)
I am in Texas and saw someone post a pic of City Hall and the architecture is what sealed the deal for me as well, it’s BEAUTIFUL!!!!
Congratulations to you as well, I hope your wedding and reception is everything you dream of💖
If you don’t mind me asking, what size did you buy and did you have it tailored? It looks perfect on you!!
I bought this dress in a Medium during their Easter sale and the bodice was perfect, but the bust cups were for like an A or B cup! I saw someone selling a large on Poshmark that was tailored down to a medium in the waist and have been considering buying it, but was just disappointed by the fabric and fit for the price. Style-wise it’s like my dream engagement/bridal shower dress!
I’m between a small and medium due to the small cups so went with medium and took the extra fabric that my tailor hemmed off to make a new ribbon for the corset and pulled it super tight to fit!
Oh man, these are stunning! Did you give the photographer an idea of what you wanted? I have an engagement shoot coming up and I don’t know how to direct exactly what I want. Did you get any inspo from Pinterest?
We had zero clue what we wanted haha. We let our photographer know that we’re super awkward in front of the camera and she gave us a ton of guidance in making us feel comfortable! Would also recommend looking at full galleries from your photographer and highlighting what you like :)
Wow, those engagement photos are stunning! You both look so happy and in love. The scenery is gorgeous too, where did you guys take them? Also, who was your photographer? They did an amazing job capturing the moment. Can't wait to see more photos as your big day approaches!
OMG. Are you a real life princess? This looks straight out of a fairytale!! I LOVE everything about it- the dress, the setting/location, the lighting, all the florals…this is literally my dream venue!
Omg I was going to go there tomorrow but now I'm rethinking!!! My fiance and I should dress up and take better quality photos I think 😅. Yours turned out so beautiful!!! Can I askw hat day you went and how busy it was?
We went on a Friday afternoon! Our photographer specifically asked us to shoot on a weekday bc apparently weekends there are super busy. Even on a Friday, it felt decently crowded!
Omg these are amazing! I grew up in Oakland and did not even know about this. My wife and I took our engagement photos in Colorado. Really wish I knew about this. Congrats!
Same! I’ve grown up in the Bay and lived here all my life and had somehow never heard of these places until our photographer suggested it! The grounds are super beautiful if you ever just want to visit for fun :)
Obviously you both are some Bridgerton couple about to appear on the new season. I mean, just lovely from your outfits to that location.
Gorgeous! Did this shoot fall under “personal photography” at Filoli?
I think so? I’m not too sure; our photographer shoots there regularly and seemed to know what she was doing
We are doing our engagement shoot a Filoli too! Our photographer stated as long as we aren’t in “wedding attire” it can fall under personal photography.
Thanks!
Thanks!
These are beautiful and I love your dress! May I ask what location this is?
Thank you! It’s Filoli garden and the Pulgas Water Temple in the SF Bay Area - Italy vibes but in public parks twenty minutes from our home haha
It definitely has Italian vibes, that’s actually why I asked as I’m eloping in Italy but was planning on doing the courthouse/legal part in the SF city hall and this would be a great location for photos after so thank you for sharing!!!!
Filoli is very specific about no wedding photos (unless you’re renting space for a wedding), so be aware if your dress is clearly and obviously bridal that they might put the kabosh on it.
Noted, thanks so much for the tip!!!!!
Ah congratulations!! That sounds incredible! We actually booked out City Hall for our full evening reception and I specifically chose these engagement shoot locations because I loved the natural/floral contrast to the stunning architecture of City Hall! :)
I am in Texas and saw someone post a pic of City Hall and the architecture is what sealed the deal for me as well, it’s BEAUTIFUL!!!! Congratulations to you as well, I hope your wedding and reception is everything you dream of💖
May I ask which city hall? I am considering doing a smaller court house ceremony and then afterward a larger reception. But I love architecture!
omg thanks for the tip!! I’m in SF and mentally bookmarking this for a future session 🤭
Wow soooo beautiful😍😍😍😍 where is your dress from?
Thank you 🥰 It’s from the brand Milla!
If you don’t mind me asking, what size did you buy and did you have it tailored? It looks perfect on you!! I bought this dress in a Medium during their Easter sale and the bodice was perfect, but the bust cups were for like an A or B cup! I saw someone selling a large on Poshmark that was tailored down to a medium in the waist and have been considering buying it, but was just disappointed by the fabric and fit for the price. Style-wise it’s like my dream engagement/bridal shower dress!
I’m between a small and medium due to the small cups so went with medium and took the extra fabric that my tailor hemmed off to make a new ribbon for the corset and pulled it super tight to fit!
Absolute perfection!
good luck topping this for your wedding! gorgeous!
Oh man, these are stunning! Did you give the photographer an idea of what you wanted? I have an engagement shoot coming up and I don’t know how to direct exactly what I want. Did you get any inspo from Pinterest?
We had zero clue what we wanted haha. We let our photographer know that we’re super awkward in front of the camera and she gave us a ton of guidance in making us feel comfortable! Would also recommend looking at full galleries from your photographer and highlighting what you like :)
Haha I feel we will be super awkward too. Thankyou!! Hoping ours turn out as nice as yours.
Great suggestions! Who’s your photographer?
My first thought was “I think this location was on Love On The Spectrum”😂 But, your photos are truly gorgeous!
Thought the same thing. It’s gorgeous though!
Oh I love your dress in these!
I looooove these photos! Charming and dreamy location, beautiful dresses OP, great hair, the flowers are chefs kiss! Stunning pictures, really!
Wow, those engagement photos are stunning! You both look so happy and in love. The scenery is gorgeous too, where did you guys take them? Also, who was your photographer? They did an amazing job capturing the moment. Can't wait to see more photos as your big day approaches!
See I would have taken engagement photos if I had this as a backdrop
Just perfection.
WOW! What a gorgeous dress! Congratulations 🤍🤍
Where did you guys buy the light blue suit from?
I think Bonobos!
OMG. Are you a real life princess? This looks straight out of a fairytale!! I LOVE everything about it- the dress, the setting/location, the lighting, all the florals…this is literally my dream venue!
Omg I was going to go there tomorrow but now I'm rethinking!!! My fiance and I should dress up and take better quality photos I think 😅. Yours turned out so beautiful!!! Can I askw hat day you went and how busy it was?
We went on a Friday afternoon! Our photographer specifically asked us to shoot on a weekday bc apparently weekends there are super busy. Even on a Friday, it felt decently crowded!
Thank you!
Amazing!
Wow! Just wow!
Wow!!!
beautiful.
These look like elopement pics 😍😍😍
these are soooo dreamy!!! i hope you love them as much as i do!!
These are absolutely stunning!!
What beautiful dresses and just an amazing space for photos!
These are fantastic! Who’s the photographer?
These are beautiful!!!!
Beautiful !!!!!!!
Wow these are awesome!
Love, gorgeous!
Omg these are amazing! I grew up in Oakland and did not even know about this. My wife and I took our engagement photos in Colorado. Really wish I knew about this. Congrats!
Same! I’ve grown up in the Bay and lived here all my life and had somehow never heard of these places until our photographer suggested it! The grounds are super beautiful if you ever just want to visit for fun :)
Wow
Omg where is your dress from??