Updating your family portraits, starring the newest member! Your bundle of love has finally arrived! But believe it or not, they’ll begin to change in the blink of an eye. They’ll quickly outgrow that outfit they came home in. They’ll reach new milestones before you know it! Luckily, you took the steps to prepare! You have your little one’s newborn photography session booked. You’re ready to capture this new chapter in your life and preserve it forever. You have your session on the schedule. You already know how to prepare. There’s just one more detail you need to hash out…What do you wear? This style guide is packed with tips and visual inspiration that will help you determine what to wear to your studio newborn photography session.
Keep it simple
Have you ever looked back at older photos of yourself and thought “What in the world was I thinking?!” What you were wearing may have been “in style” at the time. Now those images are outdated and undesirable. This is a thought that you don’t want to cross your mind when looking back on your professional portraits of you and your sweet babe! To avoid that “what the?!” moment, try to stay away from neon colors, large logos, and busy patterns. These elements are distracting and easily take focus away from your little one and your family.
Consider where your final images will go
When you book a professional photo session, odds are you plan to showcase the images in your home. Think about what rooms you will display your images in. Will your family images hang in the nursery? What about the living room? Maybe in a hallway? With this in mind, pull together outfits that will beautifully complement the room(s) of your home.
Think neutrals and muted colors
What do you want the focus of your portraits to be? Your answer is probably your family embracing it’s newest addition. Neutral or muted colors keep the focus where it belongs. These colors create imagery that will age beautifully through the years. They help ensure you get the type of photo you’d proudly hang on your walls.
Keep comfort and flexibility in mind
Newborn photography sessions can last for a few hours. so it’s essential to prioritize comfort. Select outfits that allow freedom of movement and are comfortable to wear for both you, your partner, and baby’s older siblings. Stretchy fabrics work well for the baby and older siblings, enabling easy posing and interaction. The studio can get a little toasty in an effort to keep baby warm and cozy. Keep this in mind when trying to figure out what to wear to your studio newborn photography session.
If you don’t already have any specific clothing items in mind to wear to your newborn photography session, it’s time to go shopping! Here are some pieces that might work well for you and your family!
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