Some couples are cheesy. Even people who aren't cheesy as a general rule can get a little mushy when they're coupled up. Since making things Instagram official is a must for many millennial couples, it makes sense that the app is overflowing with romantic photos that are so cheesy, you can practically smell them. I say this as someone who regularly posts the cheesiest, soppiest, sappiest photos with her wife. Nothin' wrong with that. Are you and your lovah Instagram official? If so, I bet you'll fall prey to one or more of these cheesy relationship moments that always pop up on the 'gram.
1 The Standard Couple Selfie
You know the one. You and your boo, candid but still gorgeous, showing off how #blessed you are. That being said, though … how precious are Chrissy and John, for real? They're so in love!
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2 The Hand Holding Shot
Caption idea: “Because the spaces between my fingers are right where yours fit perfectly.” Special prize to anyone who can Name That Song.
3 Legs in Laps
This sweet, cheesy shot has several variations. I particularly love the photos where the legs are so tangled, you can't tell where one person ends and the other begins.
4 Lovers in Laps
A snap of your boo sprawled over your lap is pretty much a must, especially when you want to show off how happy and fulfilled you are.
5 The Mirror Selfie
Usually snagged in an elevator, but any spot with a full-length mirror works.
6 Helping Hand
There are not enough of these shots – I say that only because I know the short struggle. Heather never lets me do this, though. She just laughs at me and then gets whatever I'm reaching for herself. No fun, Heather.
7 The Kisses
Kissing shots are pretty much a prerequisite. Yeah, they're cheesy as hell, but at the same time, they're so sweet!
8 The “she Said Yes” Shot
Sometimes it's an actual engagement announcement, sometimes it's just a shot of the ring. Heather and I are guilty of this twice over – two brides, two proposals, two engagement rings, after all.
9 When the Girlfriend Cooks
To be honest, I like these 'grams better when they involve a food fail. I am a mean, nasty person.
10 Chowing down
This cheesy shot may or may not include cheese. It goes beyond the traditional food porn shot since it has to feature at least one-half of the happy couple, chowing down on date night.
11 The First Anniversary (preferably with Presents)
I get this, though. Making it to one whole year is pretty impressive. Everything's still so shiny and new. And #blessed.
12 Matching Tattoos
Couple tattoos are catching on (again) in a big way. Fortunately, people seem to be moving on from the horrifically bad idea of having their partner's name tattooed on them. That's just asking for trouble.
13 The #AfterSexSelfie
I mean. Good for you? Glad you got some! Get that afterglow on! Every time I see one these, though, I just picture someone being like, “Oh my god, oh my god, I'm gonna cum – but first, lemme take a selfie.”
14 Game Night in Undies
Cheesy? Yes. Adorable? Yes. Come on. Playing games in your underwear is always fun.
15 That Disney Dip
I get it, though. There's no better place to take a couple-selfie. I mean, it's Disney. That's where happily ever afters are supposed to come true.
16 The Big Ask
This is meta cheese. It even acknowledges how cheesy it is. It's also adorable, though. I hope she said yes. There's pizza involved, after all.
17 All Tangled up
One last time: awww!
I think it's sweet when couples share their love. Some couples take it overboard, sure, but who cares? The world needs a little more love. Tell me, though – have you taken any cheesy photos with your special someone?
