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What to Wear for Family Photos
Choosing The Right Colors

Dress colour theme

When planning a family group photo, maintaining a consistent colour tone is key to creating a stunning and visually appealing image. If you prefer dark-coloured clothing, ensure that everyone follows the same tone. Mixing light and dark shades in a group photo can disrupt the harmony and balance of the photograph. Coordinated outfits bring out the best in family portraits!

What to not wear for a family photo

For a family photo, it’s best to avoid:

  1. Clashing Colors & Patterns – Neon, overly bright colours, and busy patterns can be distracting.
  2. Logos & Text – Clothing with big logos, brand names, or slogans can date the photo and pull focus
  3. All-White or All-Black – These can make you look washed out or lose detail in photos. Instead, mix in some textures and soft colours.
  4. Too Trendy or Seasonal Outfits – Ultra-trendy styles might look outdated quickly. Avoid obvious seasonal prints (like Christmas sweaters) unless it’s a themed shoot.
  5. Clothing That Doesn’t Fit Well – Too tight or too loose outfits can look unflattering. Wear well-fitted,
    comfortable clothes.
  6. Uncomfortable Shoes – Especially for outdoor shoots, avoid high heels or shoes you can’t walk in comfortably.
  7. Matching Too Much – Instead of identical outfits, aim for a colour palette that complements each other.

Choose What to wear

Solid Colors
Wearing solid colour outfits for a family photoshoot is a great choice! Solid colours help create a timeless and cohesive look, keeping the focus on expressions and emotions rather than distracting patterns.

Here are some tips for selecting the right solid colours:

1. Choose a Color Palette

  • Neutral Tones: Beige, white, grey, navy, or soft pastels create an elegant and classic look.
  • Earthy Tones: Browns, olive green, rust, or mustard work well for warm, natural aesthetics.
  • Bold & Rich Colors: Deep reds, royal blue, emerald green, or burgundy add a striking and
    sophisticated touch.

2. Coordinate the color palette
Instead of everyone wearing the same color, pick complementary shades within a palette. For example,
if you choose blue, one person can wear navy, another sky blue, and another gray.

3. Consider the Background

  • If the photoshoot is outdoors, earth tones and pastels work beautifully.
  • For studio shoots, bold or neutral tones can pop against the background.

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