5 wardrobe tips for your photography session!
Styling your session is the difference maker between average pictures and stunning pictures! It can be harder than you think to achieve the look you have in your head, so here are my best tips.
1: what not to wear
Let's start with what NOT to wear! Skip logos and words as they draw the eye. Skip neon colors or busy graphics (more on colors later!!) We want you and yours to be the center of attention, not distracting clothing!
2: comfort is key
For every outfit you choose, keep in mind how comfortable it will be. Make sure the kids are comfortable so they're happy rather than eager to leave! Comfort will help everyone loosen up, and my work is based on movement and candid reactions. A mama wearing a short skirt with heels is less likely to play with her little ones, so always keep comfort first.
3: patterns + texture
When picking patterns, choose smaller ones that won’t pull attention away from the main subjects, and only put one to two people in a pattern. I am obsessed with texture, it adds so much depth to a photo! Some examples are knits, lace, corduroy, and denim.
Layers are a great way to add pattern and texture to your photos. A cozy cardigan, neck scarf, knit beanie or a jean jacket are all examples of layers that not only add dimension to the photos, but also allow for more variety throughout the shoot.
4: wear color well
Browse through my Instagram and you'll quickly learn that although I love neutrals, I also love color. The key to wearing color is not wearing vibrant colors. See the graphic: every color has a muted version as well, and those muted colors are so satisfying! Not only do muted tones look amazing in images, wearing super bright colors tends to cast a color glow on faces and necks.
5: when in doubt, stick with neutral
I love coming up with color combinations that are complimentary, so message me any time and we will find the perfect one for your session! But when in doubt, stick with neutrals! Creams and whites will give a timeless look to your photos.
Bonus tip:
I am a major fan of flowy maxi dresses. I truly think they take your session up a notch! See the examples above!
