What to wear for your session
There are many aspects to keep in mind when deciding what to wear for your session, and coordinating outfits for a group doesn’t need to be difficult. You can never go wrong with selecting a few focal colors and textured clothing items, as well as considering the season. Focus on accomplishing a cohesive look and dressing in outfits that will allow your photos or video to take on a timeless feel. Below are a few ideas to assist you in feeling your best!
Group Sessions
Coordination is key, but there is such a thing as matching too much. Don't choose identical outfits; instead, choose a color scheme that each person can make unique with variations of texture and style, accessories, or a subtle pattern.
Plan your outfits in advance. The more time you allow yourself to plan your outfits, the less stressed you’ll be. Plus, it never hurts to have options especially when you’re dressing children.
Keep in mind the location of your session. Are you going to be on the beach where there are plenty of neutral tones or under a tree surrounded by bright fall foliage? Select a color palette for your outfits that will complement the setting. Pick out items of clothing in colors that will complement your background and not compete with it.
Individual sessions
It's important to choose clothing that represents your personal style and flatters your body. And if time allows, bring other sets of outfits to get a little more variety
Incorporate layers and clothes with some texture to add visual interest to your look and give you multiple posing and styling options. Jackets, sweaters, scarves, textured fabrics, all of these items add that extra umph, making the difference between a basic image and an extraordinary one
Choosing clothes that show movement can make a world of difference for your shoot. Dresses that catch the wind behind you, or jackets that you can work into your poses - open, closed, or wrapped around you. Clothes that show movement not only make still images more impactful but also help your posing to give you more variety and options for what to do with your hands and posture
accessorize
Accessories are one of the biggest contributors to visual interest in any look!
Jewelry - earrings, layered necklaces, bracelets, watches, rings, leather-wrapped bracelets
Sunglasses, Belts, Scarves, Handbags - all add variety to your images and also give you more posing options. Bring whatever you have and we can add them, or not, based on the look you’re going for
Suspenders, Bowties, Hats - don't stray too far from your usual style to the point that you aren't comfortable, but think outside the box. Try things you like but wouldn't always wear that might give your images that extra wow factor.
Props
Bringing objects that represent you can also add variety and visual interest to your session.
Play an instrument? Bring it!
Love to paint or dance? Let's come up with a concept that incorporates your work. Books, sports equipment, graduation cap, balloons, flowers, pets, are all welcome!
Just be sure to let us know ahead of time so we can come up with a great way to include them in your shoot. This is your time to shine and we want to help you make the most of it!
Color schemes
Turquoise and Tan color schemes are great for summer time
Navy, cream and tan is a classic color scheme for family photos that works well for any season
Tan, cream and pink are one of the best set of colors for family pictures outside at the beach
Another example of a color scheme for family pictures that uses a bright color (yellow) in small amounts, and then balances it with neutrals
Aqua and Navy color scheme
Pink and cream color scheme
Perfect color scheme for golden fall leaves
Using a color scheme of wine, cream and gold still give a festive feel if you plan to use them for Christmas cards, but it is also classic and traditional for year round
Tans and blues are some of the best colors for outdoors, while remaining neutral you will still stand out from the background
Navy, gray and white all act as neutral tones that help balance out the vibrant coral and ground the outfit