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The number one question I get when clients book a session is ‘what should we wear?’ Today, I am sharing what clothing and colors pair well together. 

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Say yes to the dress! Dresses are really flattering and photograph very well. Long, full-length dresses bring beautiful movement to the photos and make it easy to move around. Click here to view my Pinterest board for more ideas. 

Choose a color palette

When putting together your outfits, I recommend selecting, lighter tones and more muted shades. Avoid ultra-bright and bold colors as we want our main focus to be on your eyes and faces. Softer color palettes fits beautifully in outdoor settings. 

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What to wear for family photos

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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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