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Seems simple enough: you scheduled a photo shoot and chose a location and a day before you are deciding what to bring and what to wear. Here is a short recommendation on what to wear. Considering that most portrait sessions are near sunsets its always good to have extra clothes. If its a  special event (graduation, prom, wedding) most likely you will be already wearing the appropriate attire.

Comfort

Choose the clothes in which you feel great and are  comfortable. Keep in mind the location of the shoot (in case its cold or windy).

Layered

I recommend a layered approach regardless of the location its the best option. If the shoot is at the beach and its summer its perfectly OK to wear a t-shirt, but bring a long sleeve shirt and sweater as well as a jacket. This way there are more options which can be mixed and matched and more combinations will make your final photos stand out.

If you wear body jewelry,  have tattoos, wedding band or anything that you would like to include – bring the clothes which show them off!

Colors

Wearing matching sweaters, colors or prints at least to me is not the best way to have a portrait. There are occasions when wearing the same colors works i.e team sports portraits or gala events. To keep portraits interesting  pick a color genre like fall colors, brights, darks, primary colors–and then let everyone pick out their own from there.

Ads for Ideas

I recommend looking at ads for ideas. Gap, Macys ads or other department store ads provide a long list of ideas. Same can apply for adults. The ad designers did their homework and so can you. Surprisingly simple and easy way to make for an outstanding portraits.

Props

Bring any props which help to underline and show off who you are! If there are small kids: bring some props – toys, hats, beach balls or other items that make them happy and smile.  As always keep your shoot location in mind.

Have Fun

These simple suggestions will make your portraits stand out and make the difference between ‘snap shots’ to fantastic photo portraits!

This is a special day for you and your loved ones, dont forget that and have fun! Contact me for more suggestions or to book a fun Photo Shoot HERE