- Clothing affects how a photo feels, not just how it looks: We believe that when you dress comfortably, you move more freely and are able to settle into poses much more naturally than if you are dressed in something *incredible* but uncomfortable. For our photo sessions, our goal is to make you look like *you*!
2. How movement, texture, and fit photograph better than trends: Trends come and go—but photographs live on walls and in albums (and on phone backgrounds) for decades.
Movement brings images to life. Fabrics that sway, drape, or flow— we are talking linen, cotton, knits, and gauzy layers etc.— create natural motion when you walk, turn, and laugh. These small movements are a big part of what keeps your photos from looking like the mall portraits of the ‘90’s. (Although…what a mood.)
3. Color palettes that love natural light: Neutrals do not mean boring. Natural light has its own personality—it’s soft, directional, and constantly shifting. The colors that photograph best in this kind of light are ones that work with it, not against it.
Earth tones, muted colors, and softened hues tend to photograph beautifully. Think warm creams, soft browns, sage greens, dusty blues, terracotta, muted blush, charcoal, and gentle rusts. These tones reflect light evenly and help skin tones glow without looking washed out or overly contrasty.
Neutrals can be anything but boring. They are actually perfect for creating space for emotion, connection, and expression to shine. A neutral outfit doesn’t *need* to mean plain. Layers, textures, and subtle tonal variations keep neutrals rich and dimensional rather than flat.
(Bold colors can absolutely have a place, but we recommend using them thoughtfully—anchored by softer tones or worn by just one person in a group.)
4. Coordinating outfits without matching:
5. What to avoid:
- Logos
- Stiff fabrics
- Hyper Contrast
6. A gentle note on dressing bodies kindly:
xo,
Emily and Hannah
