Beach Family Photographer - Vero Beach, Florida.
What To Wear For Beach Family Photos?
Preparing for a family photoshoot is exciting, but when it comes to choosing the perfect outfits, it’s not uncommon for stress to start creeping in. I know how important it is to dress your family just right, especially if you’re making a significant investment on photographs that you’ll keep coming back to decades from now. In this family portrait style guide, I’ll answer your most frequently asked questions
"This Style-Guide is designed to help you Choose What to Wear as you prepare for your family
photoshoot. Ensuring that the experience is enjoyable, stress-free, and results in beautiful images that you'll cherish for years to come." -Mai Mirabal, Vero Beach Family Photographer
For Beach and Outdoor Photography
Opt for colors like blush pink, soft blues, light greens, cream, ivory, and light gray. These colors will blend well with the soft lighting and create a harmonious, airy look.
Keep Textures in mind
Textured fabrics can add a surprising amount of variety to your wardrobe, especially if your color palette is very simple. Mixing linen, cotton, and chunky knits, or adding details like ruffles or tulle will help differentiate outfits and give your photographs a more high- end feel.
Patterns Matter
Small delicate patterns photograph much better than bold, busy patterns, which are distracting. Small stripes or woven patterns sometimes cause a photo effect called moiré that’s hard to remove (this happens most often with men’s dress shirts). When in doubt, choose a solid color in a timeless shade.
Don't Forget About The Shoes!
Choose a shoe that’s comfortable to stand or walk in for a longer period of time, in a natural material. Leather or suede are classic options. Avoid wearing flip-flops (unless you’re at the beach and plan to go barefoot), athletic shoes, or very ornate options that will be distracting. If the weather is cold, choose a single-color boot with minimal details.
Coordinating Your Family’s Wardrobe
When deciding what your family should wear for photos, you might think of your children straight away. However, it’s actually better to start with the parents first, since your clothing will have more of an impact in your photographs. It’s easier to choose clothing for your kids when you have a main outfit to anchor to first.
