A few more tips for you to keep in mind:
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DO dress with your home decor in mind!
Lots of families schedule their family portraits with the idea that they will be framed and hung in the home. If you fall into this category, consider your home decor when you're choosing your outfits. If you plan to leave your decor like it is for a while, it couldn't hurt to wear clothing that works with the colors and overall feel of your home. My guess is that you wouldn't be too far off, even if you didn't consider it ahead of time -- you chose the colors in your home for a reason, so the colors in your closet probably already jibe!DON'T overthink it!
Oh gosh!! You had the perfect outfits planned, and I've gone and ruined it! Your living room has lots of yellows and neutrals, but your outfits are mostly shades of blue. Don't worry. If you love your decor and you love your portraits, chances are you will find the perfect spot in your home to hang them!*********
DO flatter your figure!
Don't choose to wear something solely because it's in the right color story. Find something that suits your figure and highlights all of the things you like about yourself! Define your waist with a jacket that cuts in at just the right spot. Wear 3/4 sleeves, which are generally flattering on everyone. Elongate your legs with nude shoes and/or a pointy toe. Different body types benefit from different style tips, so if you're questioning whether or not something flatters your figure, give me a call for some assistance.DON'T go too far out of your comfort zone!
If you're uncomfortable in your get-up, it will show in your pictures. Trust me! I am NOT saying that you should show up in your yoga pants (don't get me started) -- you should look special and put-together in these photos that will become treasured memories. But now is not the time to try to squeeze into that pretty dress that's just a size too small or to wear that expensive top you bought on a whim that never really felt like "you." Love what you wear!*********
DO pay attention to the details!
You've spent so much time choosing the colors, layers, and making sure your clothes are flattering and comfortable--don't mess it all up with wrinkled shirts, chipped nails, and mismatched socks! Assume that your pictures will show every bit of you, head to toenail. If you're sitting down, socks will likely show. If you're walking away from the camera, the back of your sweater shouldn't be a rumpled mess. What if your favorite photo is the close-up of you snuggling with your baby, and you haven't had a manicure since she was born? Don't overlook the little details!DON'T stress!
The best way to avoid forgetting the little details is to give yourself plenty of time! Don't wait until the night before your session to prepare. Give yourself a reasonable amount of time to take care of the big stuff AND the little stuff so that you can avoid the stress on the day of. I know, easy for me to say--but hopefully these tips will help.More "Do's and Don'ts" to come in June, but if your portrait session is scheduled earlier -- or if this is all too much to put into practice in your already hectic life -- I'm happy to come over and help you create personalized and cohesive looks for your photos! Let's connect.
All photos courtesy of Sarah Kane Photography (and her super-stylish clients make great examples for my suggestions;)
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