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Choosing the Perfect Outfits for Your Photo Session

December 19, 2024

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I'm a California wedding and engagement photographer. The blog has past weddings, planning advice, photo education and more!

Hi, I'm ashley.

The biggest hurdle I often times see clients facing is choosing their outfits for photo sessions. So whether you have an engagement session or family session coming up, here are a few tips for selecting outfits you will love AND that will look good on camera:

  • Coordinate colors, but avoid matching perfectly.
  • Stick to solid colors or subtle patterns to keep the focus on you.
  • Avoid patterns such as plaid, small stripes/dots and florals, they just don’t show up well on camera.
  • Consider the location and season when choosing your clothes.
  • Make sure your footwear looks like you are all going to do the same activity. If one of you is in boots, the other shouldn’t be in flip flops.
  • Avoid logos and busy patterns that can be distracting.
  • Think about accessories too! Scarves, hats and/or jewelry are a great way to add a personal touch to your outfits.
  • Lay out your outfits the night before to ensure everything is clean and ready and you’re not scrambling last minute before walking out the door.
  • For engagement sessions, plan on at least two outfits. If you are not sure on one, bring a third so you have options.

For clients on the fence about outfit choices, please feel free send me a photo of your options! I am more than happy to weigh in and give my thoughts 🙂

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