I’m a big believer of wearing whatever helps you express yourself so I don’t think it’s necessary to follow fashion rules 100% of the time, but I do think it's helpful to learn the rules and what flatters your body type. Then you can break the rules with intention and confidence.
0 Comments
Have you ever bought a t-shirt dress that looked cute on the model, but it looked like a nightgown when you tried it on? Same.
But t-shirt dresses are comfy and forgiving (two things I'm committed to in pumpkin pie season!) so don't return the dress just yet. Turn it into a complete look with just 3 quick steps:
So you booked your family photo shoot and need to decide what to wear? No need to run out and buy new outfits. I've got you covered with these four foolproof steps to style your family's outfits straight from your closets.
2. Pull outfits
Next, go closet to closet collecting potential outfits for each family member to wear. Each piece you pull should work with your color scheme. Select a couple of outfits for each person in the photo shoot, focusing on coordinating, not matching, everyone's outfits. Honestly, the hardest part here is not getting caught up cleaning your child's closet. (Seriously, what is that smell though?)
3. Balance the overall look
Lay out one outfit per person on a neutral surface like a comforter or rug. I like to lay my outfits down like people are wearing them, estimating the height differences of the family members. Your goal here is to balance the overall look as you narrow down your picks to one outfit per person. I usually recommend no more than two total patterns as they can make group photos look too busy. Get buy-in from your family at this stage to make sure everyone feels confident wearing what you chose. This is important for everyone to feel like their best selves in the photos.
4. Add accessories
Lastly, select jewelry and accessories that work with the final outfits. I always suggest taking along some extra pieces that can be tied into the photo shoot. A hat changes up a look quickly and makes a fun prop. A scarf can capture movement well in photos and is a quick way to add color, texture, or pattern. Layers are another simple way to change up a look and be prepared for weather fluctuations.
Follow my "Style a Family Photo Shoot" Pinterest board for inspiration! I'd love for you to tag me on Instagram if you use these steps to style your family photos.
What You Need In Your Closet blog series:
Introduction Tees, tops, and tanks Shirts and sweaters Bottoms Layers Little black essentials Shoes If you're all caught up on owning the essential apparel and shoes, you can begin mixing and matching your clothes to create endless outfits. However, you still need accessories to add the finishing touch to each look. Not wearing accessories would be like putting amazing coffee tables and end tables in your home and never putting a lamp or a book or a candle on them.
While you likely will end up owning more than the basic accessories, it's important to check that your wardrobe has these foundational pieces first:
My picks for these pieces are below and most of the metal pieces come in gold and silver!
This post completes the What You Need In Your Closet series. Make sure you subscribe to the blog to get your free wardrobe essentials checklist so you can check off what you own. Refer to the links at the top of this post if you need to go back and buy some of the items you're missing on the checklist.
I post outfit ideas on LIKEtoKNOW.it that incorporate these staples. Follow me there for outfit inspiration! |
About meAs your Personal Stylist, I can help you refine your wardrobe, learn what to wear, and save time. Learn more. Archives
February 2021
Categories
All
ShopLet's connect |