When I was younger, my mom loved getting our family together once a year to take family portraits. I can still remember her explaining to all of us that we all need to be matching, so pick out our nicest pairs of khaki pants—or in my case my only pair—and a blue shirt. They all ended up being slightly different hues. I still have fond memories of those days, and I wouldn’t dream of getting rid of those pictures, but I am definitely thankful that those overly-matching (or I guess mismatching in our case) days are over. Engagement Session Wardrobe
How do you know if you’ve honed your look? First, pick a style. Are you going for a classic look? Utilize the white dress shirt or cardigan, but dress it up a little with a chunky necklace or a coordinating sweater for him—i.e. don’t both wear a plain white button-down. For a trendy style, keep it simple, elegant, and uncluttered. If you like bold colors, choose complementing colors without clashing or overwhelming prints. Also make sure that your formality is consistent—he should not be in a suit if you are in jeans and a t-shirt. Basically, shoot for balancing, complimentary outfits that fit within the same style. Wardrobe determines the overall feel of the session, so keep that in mind. After you pick a style, make sure that it goes with whatever you plan to use the pictures for. For instance, if you are hanging them in frames, do the colors match your home décor? Are you planning on using them for Save the Dates? You could shoot for colors that tie into your wedding theme. Accessories Add Texture
And contrary to popular belief, accessories are not always out of the question for portraits. Since you will probably choose outfits without bold patterns, you can add some texture to the portraits with fun jewelry, ties, or scarves to tie the look together. I distinctly remember a bride-to-be bringing a sunhat to their outdoor engagement session, and it ended up being one of our favorite props for a few whimsical shots!
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