PREPARING FOR YOUR SHOOT
Casual or formal?
It doesn’t matter so long as everyone dresses in the same style.
- Dress for the weather… outdoor portraits are great in any weather but if you know that it’s going to be cold, wrap up!
- Autumn/winter layer up with bright or autumnal colours, fun umbrella’s, wellies and woolly hats.
- Spring/summer lighten up with pastel or neutral colours, pair up with jeans.
- Generally busy patterns should be avoided – solid colours are best. Similar tones look good, matching colours look stunning.
- Everyone in white tops – a little is fine but try to avoid the whole family in white as it is better with a balance of other tones.
- Ladies/girls, avoid short, tight miniskirts, and sleeveless tops if in doubt, bring a cardi with you.
- Makeup – just a little more than usual, or at least a little eye make-up and lipstick/gloss.
- Teenagers… they know what they look great in but if you have a theme in mind, try a compromise
- PERSONALISE, feel free to bring along anything with you that will personalise your portrait for example – a musical instrument, favourite teddy, sunglasses, hat etc, Something that reflects your personality
This is just a guide but if you are unsure, feel free to contact me for advice, above all, dress in something that makes you feel comfortable and confident.
