Photo Booth Props Ideas: The Props Guests Actually Love
By Carina & Renzo · · 3 min read
Props are the fastest way to turn a polite, posed photo into one your guests will laugh about for years. The right ones break the ice, get shy guests into the booth and give every group something to do with their hands.
But more props isn't always better. A table piled with feather boas and paper mustaches can make photos look cluttered. The best props are a short, well-chosen collection that photographs beautifully and fits the feel of your celebration.
Here are the props our guests reach for again and again, with real photos from our events at the white rose flower wall.
Heart sunglasses: the instant classic
If there's one prop that disappears from the table first, it's heart sunglasses. Rhinestone black, white, red and pink: they flatter every face, look great in color and in black and white, and turn even the most serious guest into a movie star.
The disco ball
A mirrored disco ball catches the studio lighting and adds sparkle to any photo. Guests hold it up, cradle it or toss it between friends, and it works for every age group.
The gold vintage microphone
Nothing gets a group singing, shouting or pretending to give a toast like a gold vintage microphone. It's especially popular with dads, uncles and anyone who has been waiting all night for the dance floor.
Wedding signs with personality
Handheld signs give guests a voice in the photo. A few that always get a reaction:
- She Said Yes! and He Put a Ring on It, perfect for the couple and their families
- Just Married, a classic for the newlyweds
- Mrs. Always Right, a favorite with married couples in the crowd
- Here for the Open Bar and Too Late to Run, for the friends who like to keep things fun
- Wifed Up and Let's Celebrate Love, playful and romantic in one
The rhinestone cowboy hat
A sparkling rhinestone cowboy hat adds a little Georgia charm and works in almost every photo, from couples to big friend groups. It's one of the props guests trade back and forth all night.
Big, bold statement pieces
Oversized props make group photos fun. A foam ring hand is a guaranteed laugh at engagement parties and weddings, and it's big enough to read in every photo.
Props for big groups
When eight or ten friends squeeze into the booth, props help everyone fit the moment. Mix heart sunglasses, a sign up front and one statement piece like the disco ball, and let the group do the rest.
Tips for choosing photo booth props
- Keep it curated. A handful of well-made props looks better on camera than a pile of cheap ones.
- Match the mood. Elegant, black-tie weddings suit glasses, a disco ball and a few chic signs. Relaxed celebrations can go bigger and sillier.
- Think about your backdrop. Bright props pop against a white rose flower wall, while metallics shine against drapery.
- Personalize a sign or two. A sign with your names, hashtag or an inside joke makes the photos feel like yours.
- Let the attendant help. Our attendant keeps props organized, suggests poses and makes sure no one leaves without a great photo.
Props are included with every collection
Every Luxury Memories collection includes a curated selection of premium props, from heart sunglasses to disco balls and signs. You're welcome to bring your own too, or ask about custom themed props for your celebration.
Compare what's included in each of our collections, or see how props look in the elegant black-and-white glam booth.
Frequently asked questions
Are props included with your photo booth?
Yes. Every collection includes a curated selection of premium props, set out and refreshed by our attendant during the event.
Can we bring our own props?
Absolutely. You are welcome to bring your own, or request custom themed props for an additional fee.
Do props work with the black-and-white glam booth?
They do. We usually suggest just one or two statement pieces, like heart sunglasses or a disco ball, so the portrait stays the focus.
