Fall Family Photo Style Guide
What to Wear for Your Outdoor Mini Session
Picking outfits for your photo session doesn’t have to be stressful — and it definitely doesn’t have to be boring. Whether you're going bold and bright or keeping it classic, here's some inspiration to help your family look and feel great in front of the camera.
🎨 1. Colorful & Fun
Perfect for families who love personality, playfulness, and color! These tones really pop against fall leaves and add tons of warmth and energy to your gallery.
✅ Try These Color Combos:
Mustard yellow, teal, coral, and rust
Cranberry, denim blue, and soft peach
Burnt orange, goldenrod, and navy
👚 Outfit Ideas:
Kids: Patterned jumpers, cord overalls, colored tights, graphic sweaters, or fun sneakers
Parents: Printed dresses or jumpsuits, color-blocked cardigans, statement earrings, bright lips, colorful chinos, and beanies
Shoes: Neutral or coordinating boots, sneakers with a pop of color
🌟 Tips:
Let 1–2 people wear bold prints or colors; keep others in complementary solids
Use layering (vests, jackets, scarves) to add texture without chaos
Avoid logos and super bright neons — they can distract or reflect light
🌾 2. Earthy Neutrals
Laid-back, timeless, and perfect for letting nature take center stage. Great for families who love soft tones and organic textures.
✅ Try These Color Combos:
Cream, camel, taupe, and olive
Soft browns, slate gray, and faded denim
Terracotta, sage green, and dusty rose
👚 Outfit Ideas:
Kids: Knit sweaters, linen shirts, soft joggers, suede boots, beanies
Parents: Chunky cardigans, flowy neutral-toned dresses, olive jackets, oatmeal sweaters, corduroy or wide-leg pants
Textures: Cotton, knit, corduroy, suede, linen
🌟 Tips:
Stick to natural fabrics and layers for depth
Don’t be afraid of pattern — subtle stripes or plaid in a soft palette can look beautiful
Keep accessories like hats and scarves simple and textured
🎩 3. Polished & Formal
Want to dress it up a bit?
✅ Try These Color Combos:
Deep navy, wine, and cream
Charcoal gray, black, forest green, and metallics
Jewel tones (emerald, ruby, sapphire) with neutral bases
👚 Outfit Ideas:
Kids: Button-downs with suspenders, velvet dresses, dress shoes or boots
Parents: Flowy maxi dresses, dark wash trousers, blazers, structured coats, heeled boots
Accessories: Ties, hair bows, sleek jewelry — just enough to polish the look
🌟 Tips:
Keep silhouettes comfortable enough to move in
Iron or steam clothes ahead of time for crisp lines
Avoid anything too stiff or fussy — we still want real smiles and snuggles!
📷 Bonus Tips for Any Style:
Start with one outfit you love (usually mom or the youngest kid) and build from there
Dress in layers so you can adjust for weather and add visual interest
Lay outfits out together before your session to check for balance
Comfort matters — if they feel good, they’ll look good