What To Wear To Your Photo Session
Choosing outfits for a family photo session doesn't have to be stressful. The goal is to feel comfortable and confident, so your family's personalities can shine through naturally. The following tips will help you create a cohesive and timeless look without overthinking it.
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Stick to a Neutral Palette
I always recommend starting with a palette of **neutral colors**. Think creams, tans, grays, whites, and soft pastels. These colors photograph beautifully, and usually are very easy to find in all sizes and genders. They also ensure the photos will look classic and not feel dated in a few years.
Once you have a base, you can add a pop of color or texture with a subtle pattern or a complementary shade like a dusty blue or a muted green or blush pink.
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Coordinate, Don't Match
Instead of everyone wearing the exact same outfit (like matching white shirts and jeans), try to **coordinate colors and styles**. Choose 2-3 colors and have each person incorporate one or two of those shades in their outfit. For example, if your palette is cream, tan, and light blue, one person could wear a cream sweater, another a tan dress, and a third a light blue shirt. You can add in denim easily as well. This creates a balanced and harmonious look that is pleasing to the eye.
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Focus on Comfort
Above all, choose outfits that your family feels good in. If a child is uncomfortable in a stiff collar or itchy fabric, it will show in the photos. Stick with clothes that are easy to move in and that your family would normally wear. This will help everyone feel more relaxed and happy during the session, and it will result in more genuine smiles and interactions.
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Start with Mom's Outfit
When planning outfits for the family, the easiest and most effective place to begin is with **your outfit, Mom**. You're the heart of the family, and you deserve to feel beautiful and confident. Finding something you love—whether it's a dress that makes you feel amazing or a comfortable top in a flattering color—will set the tone for everyone else's look.
Once you have your outfit, you can build the rest of the family's wardrobe around it. Pull colors from your top or dress to choose shirts for the kids, or find a pair of pants for your partner that complements the shades you've chosen. This simple strategy will create a perfectly coordinated look that feels effortless and cohesive.
MOST OF ALL!
Don't over think it. If you like what you're wearing, then you will like your photos!
