What to wear? what to wear?  This is the number ONE question I get asked when doing client consultations.  And, it is an important one.

Do you want a polished and clean formal picture, or one that captures your family’s fun playful side?  This is really the first step in defining your wardrobe.   Then, run with it!  Matchy matchy isn’t the thing anymore.  Gone are the days of white polo-shirts and khakis… get creative, bring color, BE FUN!

I am going to do a series of posts with great examples of a family portrait session outfit selection.  I will do my best to find pieces that coordinate not only with each other, but offer you some choices in price point for where to find the items.  This first post is “dressing on a budget”.  Everyone in my family owns jeans, too many pairs probably.  Once I find a few that fit each of us and are in the same color family I have greatly reduced the amount I need to spend on outfits!  Plus, jeans are comfy and look great in pictures (as long as they are in good condition).  Comfy people = happy people.  Happy people = Good, natural and genuine smiles.  Good, natural and genuine smiles + family interaction + great photographer = FABULOUS family memories!

So, this week…

Fashion on a budget.  All of the below garments can be purchased at Old Navy or Gap.  Of course, this is just one example, use your imagination to pull together your own family style.

Bright, Colorful, easy on the wallet, and a very pulled together look…

Note that some key garment choices is missing… SHOES and accessories! Please please please, make sure shoes are clean and coordinate. They are going to be in some photos and the shoes your hubby wore last weekend to mow the lawn are not going to cut it. Jazz up the outfits with playful, fun, and colorful accessories and you are well on your way.

Look forward to a big upcoming announcement about fall family portraits specials… just in time to get those Christmas cards done.