Engagement Session Videography in Italy: Capturing the Pre Wedding Story
Engagement sessions have historically been a photo focused pre wedding tradition. In recent years, video has joined the practice. Filming an engagement session before the wedding gives couples a shorter piece of content that captures their relationship character before the wedding day itself. This article walks through what an engagement session video actually delivers.
Why Add an Engagement Session Video
An engagement session video serves several purposes. First, it creates a shareable piece of content couples can use for save the date announcements, wedding invitations, or social media. Second, it lets the couple test their comfort in front of the camera before the wedding day. Third, it captures the relationship in a quieter, more intentional way than the wedding day itself allows.
The film runs typically 90 seconds to two minutes, cut to music with a documentary or lifestyle feel.
Where to Film Engagement Sessions in Italy
Italy offers exceptional engagement session locations. Lake Como's Bellagio and Varenna for classic Italian village atmosphere. The Amalfi Coast for cliff top drama. Tuscany for vineyard settings. Venice for gondola and canal romance. Rome for the historic monument backdrop.
For couples marrying in Italy, engagement sessions often happen the day before or two days before the wedding, integrating naturally into the wedding week.
What an Engagement Session Includes
A typical engagement session runs three to five hours. Our team meets the couple at a chosen location, walks with them through a series of settings, and captures both directed lifestyle footage and natural in between moments.
Delivery is typically 90 seconds to two minutes of edited film in horizontal and vertical formats. Some couples request longer edits for personal use.
Engagement Session FAQ
How much does an engagement session cost?
Standalone sessions start around 2,500 euros. Discounted when booked with the wedding film.
When should we do it?
The day before or two days before the wedding for destination couples.
Do we need to plan wardrobe?
Yes. Two coordinated outfits work well.
Can we get photos as well?
Yes, often coordinated with the wedding photographer.