ARE YOU WONDERING WHAT TO WEAR?
Before every session I get a bunch of questions from all my clients - what to wear being the number one ! Along with that I get asked should we all match? Should I get new outfits? and so on. I always try to tell the mom to relax and not to stress.
Here is a bit of advice for everyone- It will be very helpful, I promise.
You are what you wear.
A little cliche' ? Perhaps, but when it comes to portrait photography, clothing plays a huge role in the success of the finished product.
Before we get started- Let's be clear what your clothing does NOT need to be.
1. BRAND NEW
Rip jeans, retro brand T's and worn converse shoes are ok as long as you know how to rock them in your own fabulous style!
2. FANCY SCHMANCY AND UBER - EXPENSIVE
Unless it's your thing? if it is by all means baby bring on the bling! but if you are not
normally a dress up kind of person don't feel like you have to be one for your session.
3. MATCHING
No need to focus on matching everything from the color of your fuchsia head bands to the stripes in your socks. In fact, I beg of you not to do that!
If you are set on everyone in white shirts and khaki pants that is up to you but it can be a
bit boring and cliche' .
4. STRESSFUL
No need to worry about each and every item, or about the suitability of each accessory.
This is supposed to be fun! If you're unsure- call me, and together we'll make sure you look fabulous! I promise.
I want you to be happy, thrilled, over the moon about your images and i know that this is much more likely if we take the time and work together to help you choose clothing that fits these few simple rules:
FEELS GOOD.
During your shoot you could be sitting in a pile on the grass having a tickle battle, rolling down a hill with our fiance, throwing your kiddo's in the air or climbing a tree!
Wear clothing that lets you do all that (and more) comfortably.
As for kids? well...uncomfortable kids have a tendency to look.... Uncomfortable, and are often cranky to boot! Happy Kids make for happy pictures.
BOTTOM LINE:
Don't choose outfits that make any of you feel constrained, stiff, itchy, scratchy, like you're dressed up for Halloween, or that leaves you with a nagging worry that a button might pop if you bend the wrong way.
LOOKS GOOD:
If you are not a fashionista you might want to pull in some extra help from a straight talking friend or your trusty photographer (that would be me) who knows about such things and has plans in place to help.
Bottom line: If you don't feel fabulous in your outfit, you're not going to love love love the end result- and I'm all about you love love loving the end result.
MAKE SENSE:
Here's where we pull it all together. It's not just enough that everyone look good and feel good- you've gotta look and feel good together AND the outfits should fit with your location and the desired mood for your portraits.
Gulp! That seems like a lot, doesn't it?Quick! revisit #4 in the top list and remember- DON'T STRESS!).
Before you even begin figuring out your wardrobe, we'll have an in depth consultation to narrow down what you really want for your pictures, choose the perfect locations and make sure you have an understanding about how that all comes together in the finished photograph.
I'm with you every step of the way!
If you're still not certain, and you can't decide between the yellow wrap dress with your red heels or your dark skinny jeans and purple belted shirt- I've got good news for you!
You don't have to decided. Bring lots of options! Heck-throw your whole wardrobe into the back of the car, and when we get to the session, we'll wing it all with fabulous results!
Trust me!
Now take a deep breath, close your eyes, Imagine how blow everyone away fabulous , ready for Americas top model, you're all going to look in those pictures with you amazingly-well behaved never cranky always smiling never messy faces children..
Can you see it yet? I totally can! OMG You look Incredible! ~ I can't wait for your session!
~ Deborah
To begin planning your Family's Session Call Me! 605-214-3036
