Ten Exemplary Family Photo Wardrobes

Prudent preparatory tips for your family photo shoot:

5 Wise Wardrobes

This feels so natural and effortless. The low contrast blend of brown and gray patterns and solids feels cohesive but not forced. And the texture of the blanket backdrop gives it a cozy effect.

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No one individual recedes or advances because each ensemble is given equal visual weight via pattern and color.
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Matching solids escape feeling contrived via rich pattern, texture, and color in the background.
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Harmonizing small scale prints in the same hue unifies the family without distracting from them.
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Small complementary shots of red energize the green without ensuing visual frenzy.

5 Foolish Wardrobes

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Selected not for the clown noses (a circus themed wedding gives this prop quirky charm), but instead for the second ensemble to the left. Adorable dress (I actually own it), but the pattern’s scale and contrast is too bold amongst the humble neutrals and low-notice solids.

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One ensemble never suits all. Buying a uniform outfit for every member forces ill-advised compromises.

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The liberal legs, decolletage, and shine on Mrs. Claus distract from the remaining members.
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Ensure that all photographed hues have equal weight. The bright teal in this set outshines the rest of the backdrop and participants. Still an adorable family and a lovely family picture.

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Few families (short of sweet beyond saccharine Shayce Nicole and her quartet) could carry this styling off without appearing costumed. The remainder of us need be wary of extreme trends, for they could betray us several years down the road.

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