Before anything else…

• Drink plenty of water throughout the week before
• Moisturize both face and lips
• Choose clothes that are comfortable
• Let me know if you have questions, concerns or special requests

Coordinate, don’t match (brothers, not twins)

• No one should be wearing the same exact color
• Start with a basic colors and have one star
• Mom and dad wear solids and the kiddo is in a bright pattern
• Mom wears a bold pattern and the family wears matching solids
• Dad wears his favorite plaid shirt and the family wears matching colors

Avoid solid or bright white

• This messes with the exposure of the photo

Accessorize

• Scarves, hats, jewelry, sweaters, jackets
• Great for a punch of bold color

Add layers and textures

• Tweed, crochet, embroidery, ruffles
• Scarves, hats, jewelry, sweaters, jackets

Pay attention to your shoes

• Avoid sneakers other than classic Converse or Vans
• Don’t forget to match them, color-wise and style-wise, with your outfit
• Fun or colorful socks are a must if they will show

Think about where these images will go

• Christmas card? Let’s do holiday tones
• Hanging a print in your living room? Let your décor inspire the outfit

Choose timeless clothes

• Think about how these will “age”
• Avoid graphics, logos, characters and labels
• Vintage style is always a good choice