Choosing outfits for a photography session can be a very stressful task for a lot of people, So to help take that pressure off your back, I've put together a few tips and tricks to help guide you when choosing your outfits for a session!



Comfort and the Outdoors~

When choosing your outfits, the no.1 thing to keep in mind is comfort! My sessions are shot in the outdoors and nature, which means we will be doing a lot of moving around and exploring whilst capturing your family. So whether it's a flowy dress, t-shirt and jeans, or a pair of overalls and gumboots,  Whatever suits your families style more, there is always something comfortable that will still look great in your photos!

On top of this, the best outfit will always be one you FEEL good in. If you don’t feel good in your outfit, it will show up in your photos, and you’ll probably be counting the minutes until our session is over. This is definitely NOT what we want! We want you and your family to be as relaxed as you can, and choosing an outfit that doesn't make you stress or feel insecure about every angle (trust me, I get it!), will definitely go a long way!

Colour coordinating, Textures and Patterns~

Colours play a big role in your photos, as they are one of the first things you notice in an image. For my sessions, I recommend an earthy/natural/outdoorsy colour palette, as this suits my style of editing and photography most! Colours like muted greens, browns, beiges, yellows, oranges, denims, and of course shades like greys, blacks and off whites, etc, tend to look the best and really bring your families adventurous side!

Patterns and Textures are another great way to add cohesiveness into your outfits. Patterns like plaids, stripes, gingham, and florals etc. You could choose a few that works together, and space them out between a few outfits. It's easy to over do it with patterns, so don't put everyone in strips, or florals. Less is more! and of course Textures are another way to add togetherness in you photos! Textures like denims, fleece, corduroy, knits, and linens etc, can help coordinate everyone's outfits without making everyone look the same.

NOTE: Sometimes if you are still struggling, the best way to try and coordinate your outfits is to finish one outfit first, and build everyone else's around it. So have Mum or Dad choose an outfit they love, then build everyone else's around colours/patterns/textures on that outfit.

Accessories~

Accessories are a great add to your outfits as well. It’s like a tiny way to add more individual sparks of yourself in your photos! So if Dad has a favourite sports cap, or Mum has a favourite bracelet, definitely add them to your outfits! Little knitted beanies and sun hats, are so welcomed as well!

Layers~

You can also add layers with things like shirts over t-shirts, jackets, vests, a sweater over a dress etc. These help to bring dimension into your outfits and create even more fun outfits!

Logos and Graphics~

Logos and Graphics are usually not welcomed in family portraits, as they can be distracting in the image. But as long as it's not neon or brightly coloured, or super large, you are more than welcome to wear it for your photos!

Matching Outfits~

When it comes to Matching outfits, it isn’t recommended. As it can take away from each family members place in the image, or look a bit awkward. Unless you are going for an awkward family photoshoot(totally would shoot one though), I don't recommend matching.

NOTE: If you are still unsure about your outfits, or are struggling a wee bit, you can absolutely show me your outfits and I'll guide in the right direction!  Or, If you need more visual inspo, Pinterest is a great visual guide as well! (If you don't have Pinterest I'm happy to put together a board for you to visualise with!)