Warmth is the Name of the Game
The warmer your kids are, the better your photos will be. Once kids decide they are too cold, there isn’t much we can do to keep going— and we want to do everything we can to avoid a miserable experience. For winter photos, layers are a must. (Think extra onesies, tights, etc.) I really love when families wear cute coats, hats, and mittens for winter photos because it looks realistic and we can play in the snow more. Win-win. Even in the summer, I recommend adding an extra layer underneath what they are wearing or bringing along a sweater/coat that goes with your color scheme.
Never Underestimate Proper Footwear
If we are going to be outdoors, there is a good chance we will be walking on uneven surfaces, trudging through snow, and maybe even crossing small bodies of water. Please choose shoes that match the conditions! I cannot stress this enough! Think boots, sneakers, Xtratufs, hiking boots, and sometimes sandals. Please ditch the heels. If you have a question about a certain pair of shoes and the terrain for our location, please feel free to ask.
Get Comfortable!
Get comfortable for in-home sessions! These sessions should feel like a perfect, lazy Saturday morning. I always suggest cozy sweaters, socks, even sweatpants if you want! Try and steer clear of button-up shirts and anything bright white. Neutral pieces in grays, blacks, creams, or earth tones are super dreamy in these sessions.
Think about the color wheel— compliment, not matchy-matchy
When planning colors, you don’t want to go matchy-matchy. (Remember all of those photos in the 90s with people wearing white shirts and jeans? Yeah, that’s what we don’t want.) Instead, think about the color wheel and pick outfits that compliment each other.
Choose One Person to Style First
Style one person in the family first (I usually suggest Mom), and then build around that one person. I’ve found that this is the best way to not add too many overwhelming patterns, use pieces you already have, and also make sure colors coordinate.
Style one person in the family first (I usually suggest Mom), and then build around that one person. I’ve found that this is the best way to not add too many overwhelming patterns, use pieces you already have, and also make sure colors coordinate.