We just planned your family photos, but how do you decide on what to wear? No worries, I have you covered. Let's talk about clothing palettes and what's best for creating timeless portraits of your family.
Choose complimentary colors
A good place to start in choosing colors for your outfits is to choose a color palette that has colors that compliment one another, rather than too many of the same or similar colors. It's also important to make sure colors don't clash.
Go neutral
I highly recommend choosing outfits that follow a more neutral color palette. Especially when your session is at location in nature, it's great to have Earthy colors that compliment, yet pop against the backdrop. Neutral colors are also a great way to make sure your images are timeless and beautiful.
Limit patterns and big logos
This tip is especially crucial when choosing outfits, as busy patterns and big logos can be extremely distracting and if there are too many outfits with patterns in your group, can clash. Incorporate mostly solids in your outfits, and include patterns only when the majority outfits are solids, and when patterns are not as distracting.
Start with mom's outfit
Women's clothing comes in a multitude of designs, colors, and styles, and most times, women are more particular with their clothing than men, so having this as a foundation for the other outfits makes it easier to choose a color palette and style for your outfits. Start with one outfit, and build on it one-by-one.
Confidence is key
The most important factor in choosing your outfits is to wear something that you feel comfortable and confident in. You'll want to choose something that fits you well and makes you feel good about yourself!
Sandra Henderson is a professional Winston Salem and Greensboro photographer. Sandra offers maternity, newborn, and family photography to families who understand the value of timeless portraits.
Sandra serves Winston Salem, Greensboro, Clemmons, Kernersville, Yadkinville, Statesville, Wilkesboro and beyond.