A Late Spring Post-Engagement Session at Sunrise, Nice

Mid May in Nice sits perfectly between spring and summer. May 16 is still considered late spring, and while the weather can be a little unpredictable, it often brings soft light, fewer crowds, and a beautifully calm atmosphere. This engagement session with M and O captured all of that, and more.

M and O arrived in Nice already engaged, but with a twist that made their story especially memorable. During their trip, they had unknowingly planned to propose to each other. Even more incredibly, their rings were almost identical. We saved the ring close ups for the end of the session, and capturing both rings together became one of the sweetest details of the morning.

They chose matching white outfits, which looked elegant and timeless against the pastel tones of Nice. The session ran from 7.00 to 8.00, timed so that we could finish at Colline du Château once it opened.

We met in the Old Town. Early in the morning, these streets are quiet and peaceful, making them ideal for relaxed, intimate portraits.

Engaged couple embracing in narrow cobblestone street of Nice Old Town during sunrise engagement session Couple kissing in historic pastel building archway in Vieux Nice during romantic spring morning photo shoot Engaged couple walking hand in hand through charming Old Town Nice alleyway with traditional French architecture Romantic couple embracing in quiet cobblestone street of Nice Old Town at sunrise in matching white outfits Close-up portrait of engaged couple smiling together in Nice Old Town with soft spring morning light Couple kissing against pastel yellow building wall in historic Vieux Nice during post-engagement photography session Engaged couple laughing together in charming Old Town Nice street with traditional shuttered windows and warm light

From there, we made our way to Quai Rauba Capeù, just above the Promenade des Anglais. This spot offers one of the most beautiful views over the city, with the Mediterranean stretching out below and the skyline framed by the surrounding hills.

Engaged couple overlooking Mediterranean Sea from Quai Rauba Capeu with Nice cityscape and mountains in background Romantic couple kissing on Nice waterfront promenade with stunning panoramic view of French Riviera coastline below Couple embracing on elevated walkway above Promenade des Anglais with Mediterranean Sea and Nice skyline view Wide panoramic shot of engaged couple on Quai Rauba Capeu overlooking turquoise Mediterranean and Nice coastline Close-up of engaged couple smiling together with bright Mediterranean Sea and Nice hills in sunny background Romantic couple portrait on Nice seafront walkway with pastel buildings and azure Mediterranean waters behind them Engaged couple standing together on Quai Rauba Capeu with panoramic view of French Riviera and mountains

We then continued around the corner of Quai Rauba Capeù. The architecture here frames the sea perfectly.

Couple kissing on Nice waterfront promenade with Mediterranean Sea framed by elegant French Riviera architecture Engaged couple embracing on Quai Rauba Capeu with turquoise Mediterranean waters and coastal buildings in view Romantic couple walking along Nice seafront with pastel architecture and bright blue Mediterranean Sea background Engaged couple kissing on French Riviera promenade with elegant archways framing stunning Mediterranean Sea views Portrait of couple embracing on Nice waterfront walkway with azure sea and coastal architecture in background Couple standing together on Quai Rauba Capeu with panoramic Mediterranean views and Nice's elegant seafront buildings Romantic portrait of engaged couple on Nice promenade with turquoise waters and French Riviera coastline behind

At 7.45, Colline du Château opened earlier than expected, allowing us to head up to the top sooner than planned. We finished the session on the side overlooking Port Lympia, one of our favourite viewpoints in the city. Even with a cloudier sky, the light was still bright and soft enough for photos, and the atmosphere felt calm and expansive. The wind picked up slightly, giving movement to their hair and adding a natural, effortless feel to the final images.

Engaged couple embracing at Colline du Chateau viewpoint overlooking Port Lympia harbor and Nice cityscape below Romantic couple kissing on windy hilltop at Colline du Chateau with panoramic view of Nice and port Close-up of engaged couple with wind in hair at Castle Hill Nice overlooking Mediterranean harbor Portrait of couple standing together at Colline du Chateau viewpoint with expansive Nice cityscape and sea view Detail shot of two identical matching engagement rings held together after dual proposal in Nice France

Just as we wrapped up, the first signs of rain began to appear. Rain never worries us, as it can be incredibly romantic, but it felt fitting that the session ended just before it arrived.

M and O were a joy to photograph. Elegant, warm, and completely in sync, they made the most of every location. Ending the session with a close up of their matching engagement rings felt like the perfect way to tell their story. Two proposals, two identical rings, and one beautiful morning in Nice to celebrate it all.

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