Styling Services
The right wardrobe can make or break a photo session. Luckily you’ve come to the right place.
Consider Your Location
Whether you’re planning your session for the beach, the city, or your home, here are some general rules to consider:
Outdoor beach setting - Pick outfits that have movement, with a slightly beachy feel, like long, flowy dresses and linen shirts.
Outdoor mountain setting - The hills are alive! Pick knock-out pieces and take your styling seriously if you’re making the effort to climb that mountain.
Outdoor field setting - Jeans and boots might be more appropriate if the grass is tall, but I’d still throw mama in a maxi dress or jumper.
Outdoor urban setting - Trendy clothing in bright colors will help you stand out amongst busier surroundings.
Indoor home setting - For newborn sessions, casual clothing in neutral colors works best. Think cozy, minimal, and textured.
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Color Wheels are your friend
Matchy-matchy is so 2000-late. Is blue your favorite color? Instead of dressing the whole family in blue, pick shades of blue, shades of yellow, maybe add some reds, and pepper in neutrals. It’s all about coordinating colors, textures, and patterns.
‘Tis the Season
Spring and summer outfits will lean toward short-sleeves, shorts, and strappy maxi dresses. Fall outfits include more boots, layers, and cozy accessories. If you fall in love with a dress that can only be worn in July, then book your summer session now!
Start with you, Mama
I tell ALL my clients this, but if you truly want the wardrobe to come together seamlessly - don’t start with the kids. Start with YOU, mama. I want to highlight you as the centerpiece in your gallery, so your outfit should stand out and make a statement more than anyone else’s. Once you find a dress that you feel beautiful and confident in, the rest of the outfits will be easy-peezy.
Don’t want to spend an arm and a leg? I have 30+ dresses for mamas of all shapes and sizes that you are welcome to try and borrow free-of-charge. Looking for something special to add to your closet, but not sure where to look? I have a long list of online boutiques that I’ve ordered from before - their clothing won’t break the bank, but will make you look your best.
the #1 question clients ask is:
“what should we wear?”
Online Styling Assistant
Well you’re in luck, because your boutique portrait experience includes access to one of the COOLEST styling sites out there. Built specifically for photographers and their clients, this easy-to-use styling assistant let’s you plan your outfits from your couch. Whether you’re just looking for ideas, or need to purchase a few missing items, you’re covered. It works like this:
Fill out the simple styling questionnaire.
View selections and items to coordinate.
Email outfit selections and shopping links.
My Recommendations
For Women
Offering a range of casual pieces to beautiful statement dresses , VICI is known for eye-catching patterns, on-trend colors, and beautiful drapes. Their dresses keep you chic and comfortable, and actually deliver what you buy online. Price range $55-$95. Other recs: Free People, Joyfolie, Zara, Target.
For Men
Gap offers dads timeless pieces that won’t break the bank. If dad is getting something new, he’s expecting to wear it again, so stay true to dad’s aesthetic, but push it slightly with different colored jeans, fitted tops, and chunky cardigans. Price range $40-$100. Other recs: Mango Man, Old Navy, H&M.
For Teens
Trendy pieces, fun shapes and styles, and a bit of sass. You want your teenager to feel confident and comfortable in what they’re wearing, and as for a snap or two for their Instagram. Price range $30-$75. Other recs: H&M, Zara, Target.
For Children
Mango Kids is such a great find, and has fun and comfy pieces that your kids will wear for photos and to school. From classic silhouettes to trendy pieces, you’ll be asking, “Does that come in my size?!”. Price range $25-$60. Other recs: Joyfolie, Zara Kids, Target.
For Toddlers
Zara Kids has got to be my new favorite place for the CUTEST kid outfits you’ve ever seen. This is next-level toddler style, the kinds of pieces that you’ll pass down with care. Price range $15-$60. Other recs: Target, H&M Kids, Gap Kids.
For Babies & Newborns
Beautiful knitwear, stonewashed linen, and organic cotton clothing for ages 3 months to 7 years. Neutral colors, timeless pieces. Price range $25-$75. Other recs: Zara Kids, Baby Gap, Amazon.
What comes next?
You found the perfect outfits and had a fun, relaxing session, so what happens now?
Do you let you images collect dust on your computer?
Nope.
The good news is you don’t have to comb the web and place multiple orders just to get your images into your hands.
Because your boutique portrait experience includes a design consult AND access to the most beautiful (and affordable!) products on the market.
