50 award-winning engagement photos from around the world

Gabbi ShawMay 27, 2023, 20:54 IST

An engaged couple at the Monterey Bay Aquarium.Kaboo Bill/Kaboo Photography

Junebug Weddings chose 50 engagement photos from thousands of submissions that reflect love in all forms.
These photos were taken around the world, from New York City to Bali.

Junebug Weddings combed through over 7,000 submissions to find the most beautiful, dramatic, romantic engagement photos from around the world.

Engagement photos might not be as commonplace as wedding photos, but these stunning images may convince newly engaged couples to document this special time in their lives.

Keep scrolling to see Junebug's picks.

Some of the most stunning engagement photos capture couples on the water. This couple, shown in Bali, look like they're alone in the ocean.

Taken by Komang Diktat of Diktatphotography.Komang Diktat/Diktatphotography

You could blink and miss this happy couple sailing in the hazy waters.

Taken by Calvin Setiawan of SINCĒRA.Calvin Setiawan/SINCĒRA

Floating in the ocean in Hawaii seems blissful.

Taken by Masha Sakhno of Masha Sakhno Photo.Masha Sakhno/Masha Sakhno Photo

This was taken at the Tukad Cepung Waterfall in Bali.

Taken by Stephen Yau of Stephen Yau Weddings.Stephen Yau/Stephen Yau Weddings

This playful beach shot was also taken in Bali.

Taken by Tutde Darmawan of Snap Story Pictures.Tutde Darmawan/Snap Story Pictures

The dramatic lighting in the Monterey Bay Aquarium provided a beautiful backdrop.

Taken by Kaboo Bill of Kaboo Photography.Kaboo Bill/Kaboo Photography

Nothing's more romantic than an underwater kiss — especially if it's in beautiful Hawaii.

Taken by Carol Olivia of Carol Olivia Photography.Carol Olivia/Carol Olivia Photography

A snapshot of pure joy shows a couple in a hot spring.

Taken by BreeAnna Lasher.BreeAnna Lasher

Another candid photo shows two lovers on the run.

Taken by Candice Keenan of Candice Marie Photography.Candice Keenan/Candice Marie Photography

This couple opted for a getaway car.

Taken by Kenzie Blink of Kenz & Nick.Kenzie Blink/Kenz & Nick

This candid shot captures what it feels like to get engaged.

Taken by Orsolya Lazar of LOOKIMAGINARY.Orsolya Lazar/LOOKIMAGINARY

Their outfits steal the show, as does the soon-to-be-bride's giant smile.

Taken by Mailou Her of Mailouphoto.Mailou Her/Mailouphoto

Marriage is a roller coaster — this couple certainly figured that out already at Carters Steam Fair in the UK.

Taken by Lou White of Lou White Photography.Lou White/Lou White Photography

True love means washing your partner's hair while they sip champagne.

Taken by Katie Blackwell of Hallas Photo.Katie Blackwell/Hallas Photo

This is making a strong argument for public displays of affection.

Taken by Tess Schilke of Tess Schilke Photography.Tess Schilke/Tess Schilke Photography

As this pair proves, you could be in a crowded room but, if you're in love, you only have eyes for one other person.

Taken by Elvira Kalviste of Elvira Kalviste Photography.Elvira Kalviste/Elvira Kalviste Photography

This dramatic shot looks straight out of a movie.

Taken by Laura Wills of Laura Wills Photography.Laura Wills/Laura Wills Photography

Meanwhile, this photograph looks like the cover of a romance novel.

Taken by Christina Frary of Matthew David Studio.Christina Frary/Matthew David Studio

Some of the photos are beautifully staged, like this one, which shows the bride-to-be with the sun in the palm of her hand.

Taken by Brilliant Yudha of the Little Us Project.Brilliant Yudha/Little Us Project

Yes, love really does have you living on Cloud 9.

Taken by Melissa Rey of Mel Rey Photo.Melissa Rey/Mel Rey Photo

This gothic, romantic setting is perfect for Halloween lovers.

Taken by The Ferros.The Ferros

This brings a new meaning to merging your lives together.

Taken by Andri Tei of Andri Tei Photography.Andri Tei/Andri Tei Photography

A couple in Washington couldn't let their pup miss the engagement photo shoot.

Taken by Brook Laurie of Brook Laurie Photo.Brook Laurie/Brook Laurie Photo

Meanwhile, a happy couple hides from the world in this powerful aerial photo.

Taken by Ben Ingram of Ben Ingram Visuals.Ben Ingram/Ben Ingram Visuals

Another aerial shot was taken in White Pocket, Arizona.

Taken by Paul and Katie McPherson of Shutterfreek.Paul & Katie McPherson/Shutterfreek

This bench evokes the final scene of "Notting Hill."

Taken by Brittney Couture of Brittney Couture Photography.Brittney Couture/Brittney Couture Photography

This simple black-and-white shot is an intimate look into this couple's shared life.

Taken by Enikő Várai of Pinewood Weddings.Enikő Várai/Pinewood Weddings

The images show incredible locations around the world. These adventurous fiancés brought sparklers into a cave for their engagement photos.

Taken by María Begoña Frexes Ávila of Begography.María Begoña Frexes Ávila/Begography

This happy couple was photographed in Búðir, Iceland.

Taken by Mike Vallely of Shari + Mike Photographers.Mike Vallely/Shari + Mike Photographers

Their silhouettes blend in with the trees and the castle in the background.

Taken by Daniel Verley of The DV Image.Daniel Verley/The DV Image

This was taken on the fire escape of a beautiful building in San Francisco.

Taken by Flora Gibson of Flora Gibson Photography.Flora Gibson/Flora Gibson Photography

The Golden Gate Bridge is outshone by that rock on her finger.

Taken by Julia Maass of Julia Maass Photography.Julia Maass/Julia Maass Photography

Somehow, a set of metal stairs into Chinatown basement looks romantic.

Taken by Mady Tompkins of Mady Noel Photo.Mady Tompkins/Mady Noel Photo

Who's cuter, the humans or the cows?

Taken by Christin Martin of The Martins.Christin Martin/The Martins

We're obsessed with this bride-to-be's mini dress.

Taken by Madalena Cohen of Sambajoy.Madalena Cohen/Sambajoy

In this photo, the soon-to-be-newlyweds run from the camera and into their future together.

Taken by Martina Ruffini.Martina Ruffini

This couple is also taking their love on the road. We'd love to see their resulting photo, too.

Taken by Katie Hunt of KD Hunt Photography.Katie Hunt/KD Hunt Photography

You could almost miss the happy couple sitting in their car together in this photo.

Taken by Tania Salim.Tania Salim

This is simple, yet beautiful.

Taken by Chris Grandy and Sam Rose of Isle + Oak Photography.Chris Grandy + Sam Rose/Isle + Oak Photography

Another simple photo captures an intimate moment.

Taken by Federico Pannacci.Federico Pannacci

This tattoo means "here and now."

Taken by Mauro Pozzer of Mauro Pozzer Photography.Mauro Pozzer/Mauro Pozzer Photography

This Malaysian couple is separated by a windowpane.

Taken by Jeremy Ong of Moments by Jeremy.Jeremy Ongy/Moments by Jeremy

Another quiet, intimate photo gives us a peek into their life together.

Taken by Shannon Rock of Preserve Studio.Shannon Rock/Preserve Studio

This couple incorporated art into their engagement photos.

Taken by Phylicia Willis of Phylicia Willis Media.Phylicia Willis/Phylicia Willis Media

This couple did, too, with striking results.

Taken by Olivia Avers of Olivia Avers Photography.Olivia Avers/Olivia Avers Photography

The powerful photos are art themselves, too.

Taken by Bayu Lazuardy of Too-lus (Time to Time).Bayu Lazuardy/Too-lus (Time to Time)

Any movie-loving couple should take note.

Taken by Leonardus Aditya of Bare Odds.Leonardus Aditya/Bare Odds

Ultimately, the photos capture pure joy between these couples. Don't these two look like a fun hang?

Taken by Bastian Najich of Alinea Pictures.Bastian Najich/Alinea Pictures

These two are a picture-perfect happy couple.

Taken by Brandi Potter of Brandi Potter Photo.Brandi Potter/Brandi Potter Photo/From Moonlight

Simply put: This looks like pure bliss.

Taken by Krístel Aragon.Krístel Aragon

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