One of the most common questions I get asked before a session is “what should we wear?” This can become a bit of a stress issue for mom as she tries to coordinate the entire family, then try to find something for herself. But never fear, I’m here to help with some tips, inspirations & examples!
1. First things first, we’ve all done the matchy-matchy thing, so let’s put it on a shelf next to our big ratted bangs & stone-washed jeans.
2. Avoid too much white. You know the saying “the camera adds 10 lbs?” Well white can have the same effect when there is too much of it (eek!) so use it sparingly.
3. Think about what would look good above your sofa. Ultimately these outfits will be hanging as a wall portrait on YOUR walls, so think of your outfits as art. If you wouldn’t buy a painting with bold patterns & bright colors to hang in your home, you probably shouldn’t choose that brightly colored sundress with the matching bright shoes, bright hat, bright belt…you get the idea.
4. Coordinating is KEY. This is tricky for some people but it doesn’t have to be, there are simple tricks to help you execute it well. An easy way to find inspiration for outfits (especially for kids) is simply by going to your favorite kids clothing websites. Almost every one will have a boy’s “version” of an outfit that coordinates with a girl’s, or multiple boy’s outfits shown in the same color palette. Great examples are Gap or Old Navy….they both come out with a new batch of clothes each season with a specific look & color palette for that season’s designs. I’ve also started “pinning” some of my favorite outfit combos & ideas on my Pinterest page for clients to use as an easy reference, follow me to see them all (if you need an invite, let me know & I’ll send you one)!
5. Layers & Accessories! Just b/c you found four v-neck sweaters in the right sizes that happen to coordinate in color doesn’t mean you should ALL be wearing v-neck sweaters. By layering & adding accessories you can create different looks for each individual in your family instead of looking like you all fell out of a cookie cutter & got frosted in a different shade of blue. Use jackets, leggings, boots, coats, hats, headbands, belts…the combinations are seriously endless! Again, check out my Pinterest page for GREAT examples of using layers & accessories to create unique but coordinating looks!
6. Pinterest. Yeah, I guess I could have avoided writing a majority of this post by simply referring you all to Pinterest. Greatest. Site. Ever.
See how easy it can be? With just a little planning, research & the fabulousness of Pinterest (which by the way spell check doesn’t recognize as a word…silly), you can have a killer ensemble that looks effortless! Happy shopping!
by Sarah Storm
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