I get asked “what should I wear” SO often! So I decided to prepare a Photography session style guide with a few tips on what colors, patterns, and materials photograph well. First and foremost – I want you to wear what YOU feel comfortable and beautiful in. I can definitely help with some tips on what PHOTOGRAPHS well – but keep in mind, the goal is for you to feel confident and special during your session!

Let’s talk about what works and what doesn’t work so well.  

 DO’s

+ Wear fabrics that move and flow. Movement = magic. Make sure you can easily sit and lie down in your outfits. I will always suggest a flow dress for women because of the moment factor. It truly elevates your session! 
+ Coordinate without matching (please, please don’t match!)
+ Texture is amazing! Different fabrics - velvet, cord, linen.
+ Plan your clothing around the location where your session will take place. For example, if we are shooting in an area with lots of trees, avoid wearing green/dark colors.
+ Paying attention to small details can really elevate your session. For example, if your baby needs to be soothed with a dummy, consider a more photogenic brand so that we can keep on snapping without missing a beat!   

+Cover your limbs - Even the slimmest arms will photograph large. To assist with this style-wise, any kind of fitted 3/4 length or longer sleeve is flattering.

+Think about accessories -Blankets are a good extra, you can sit on them & wrap the childen in them later in the session when it gets cold for some cute shots - Think about shoes!! Tan always looks great! I’m a big fan of boots & hats!! This is the country girl coming out in me!!

+ Make sure everyone has had their hair cut and have neat and tidy hair. If you are dying your hair or putting on tan, be sure to do it a few days before the session so you have time to do corrections if need be.

+ Treat yourself and get your hair and makeup done. If you are doing it yourself thats great too. Feel free to bring a little mirror & some lipstick/powder to freshen up during the session!

+ Remember those little details like blending your make up along yours jaw, avoiding fake tan on your hands & creases, clean finger nails, smoothing stray hairs (its a good idea to bring a hair brush) specially on a windy day!

+ Don’t forget water & snacks!! Specially over the hot summer months!

DON'T

+ Please don't match! I would even go so far as to suggest not picking any kind of colour theme, and instead sticking with certain tones that give off a cohesive vibe and not a traditional matching feel. 
+ Avoid clothing with large logos, characters, writing or neon colors. I can’t stress this enough! Avoid crazy patterns like Neither polka dot, paisley, herringbone, leopard or tiger. These are a huge distraction and create awful distortions in digital portraits. You can sometimes get away with a small, floral print if it’s on a dress, but make sure to check with us first. Patterns are best added into your props to go along with your wardrobe.

+ Avoid ill-fitting items. Pay attention to the fit of your clothing. For women, flowy/movement is good. For men, it’s almost the opposite - you don’t want your pants and tops to be baggy. Slimmer fitting clothing photographs best on men and helps you look more pulled together, no matter what your size is. You want to be as comfortable as you can in the clothing you wear. If your dress is too tight and you don’t feel you best, it will show in your expression. If your shoes are killing you, same thing. On the flip side, be sure your clothes aren’t too baggy or loose. You want to look polished.

+A good tip is to put on the outfit & move around - my sessions are very playful! I will have you walking, sitting, spinning!! Too often people pop on an outfit & pose in the mirror, Make sure that it also looks great & comfy when you move around!

NEUTRAL COLORS

I love neutrals because they are classic and timeless, which is probably what you want out of your photos. So keep it simple and effortless. 

Dark clothing can be slimming in real life, however on camera it adds weight.

Light clothing can be airy and fresh. It can bring a beautifully simple touch Think crisp white shirts, breezy white dresses and beige linen pants.

Be mindful of beige & white!! If you have all the family in beige & one person in white, the white will really stand out! If in doubt go with all beige. White can sometime blow out & reflect the blue sky - beige is much softer & wrmer. 

Don’t be afraid to add some color to the neutral look - greens, brown & mustards look great with beige!

If you have any questions or would like advice on outfits, them please reach out/send me photos/links!!

I am here to help guide you x