Chinese Couple Heritage Engagement Shoot

Photography by Bjymr8

How unbelievably beautiful is this Chinese couple during their engagement shoot? Leah & Justin first met in 2013, and their paths crossed for many years before they began dating. We absolutely love the history behind this photoshoot. They wore 漢服 (“Hanfu”) and experienced what would have been an afternoon shared by a married couple during the Jin dynasty. They also donned 1920’s Chinese western era clothing! Justin wore military attire, and Leah a 旗袍 (“qipao”) which originated as a modern adaptation from dresses in the Qing dynasty.

Chinese couple in heritage engagement shoot

The western influence in China during the 1920s created an interesting juxtaposition of design. A blend of cultures which was also beautiful in its own way. It was fun to be able to experience a slice of both time periods.
Leah & Justin

Chinese couple pose in traditional 1920s Chinese western era clothing

Chinese couple sit together during Heritage engagement shoot

Dark haired bride-to-be leans head against hands on pillows

Groom-to-be leans head on hand in traditional military attire

Dark haired bride-to-be wears red lipstick and traditional Hanfu

Couple pose together during Heritage engagement shoot

Bride-to-be leans head against partner whilst wearing traditional 1920s Western era Chinese attire

Groom and bride-to-be pose elegantly on sofa for engagement shoot

Couple pose during heritage engagement photoshoot

Couple look lovingly at one another during engagement shoot

Couple post in traditional 1920s western era photoshoot

Bride-to-be poses on floral sofa with crossed legs and head on hand

Bride-to-be leans back elegantly on sofa during engagement shoot

Couple look into each other's eyes during photoshoot

Bride-to-be looks across the table at her partner with light behind them

Couple look across at one another during their engagement shoot

Couple look toward the camera during Heritage engagement shoot

I grew up watching Chinese soap operas with my parents - shows filled with fascinating history, beautiful architecture, design, and visuals from ancient Chinese dynasties. It’s still uncertain to me if it would truly be a life of happiness to be at the top or close to the top of command (the emperors could take on hundreds, if not thousands of concubines!). I definitely wouldn’t want to be anything close to the empress or a princess. The best place to be would probably be a high ranking official! But the beauty of the palaces and clothing is indisputable. The romance of an epic love during that time is still alluring. Justin and I had the opportunity to do something different for our engagement shoot, and get a small taste of how we would look and dress in that era!
Leah & Justin

We absolutely love that Leah & Justin decided to do something a little different for their engagement shoot - and the pictures are just awesome!

I would highly recommend anyone with a fascination of Chinese history to take the opportunity to take these period photos as a special way to celebrate your love through all ages!
Leah & Justin

If this incredible Chinese couple Heritage engagement shoot has got you thinking about your own, then don’t go anywhere. If you’re looking to do something a little different, then take a look at this alpaca farm engagement session! Or how about this incredible dirty dancing lift? Honestly, the world is your oyster when it comes to this. It’s all about you and your other half - so make it count and do what makes you happy!

Written by Ella Turner

Planner: Two Perfect Events

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