Outfit Guide | Couples

We want outfit planning to be an enjoyable and effortless experience!

We've put together a guide of our top tips and tricks, as well as some outfit mood boards!

#1 Choose your Location

Before deciding what outfits you'd like to wear, consider the location we'll be shooting in. Different locations have different vibes! For example, if you’re planning a beach session, you may want to add linen textures to your outfits and ditch the shoes for bare feet instead.

A grassy field looks amazing with warm, earthy tones and comfortable (but still cute!) shoes. Avoid oversized clothing and fabrics that might get caught on branches.

#2 Start with One Outfit

It’s understandable if you’re feeling overwhelmed! We often find it easier to start with your outfit, and then build your partner’s outfit from that. Choose a colour that you feel good in, or a pattern with neutral earth tones. Whether you’re choosing to be casual or more dressed up, remember to choose high quality fabrics - they hang better and look great in photos!

#3 Pick Your Palette

Choose 2 or 3 more coordinating colours that you’d like to build outfits with. The key is to coordinate, but not to match.

An easy way to achieve coordination is to select colours from a patterned dress or shirt and use them in your partner’s outfit. If there are caramel brown flowers on a dress, try adding that colour as pants or shirt. If you didn’t choose a pattern, make sure all the outfits have the same tone. Lay out your options in front of you, and see what looks best together!

Other important tips:

• Opt for subtle patterns (big, bold patterns can be distracting)

• Reach for muted colours (think dusty rose, instead of hot pink)

• Make your shoes blend with your outfit (no athletic shoes or Old Navy flip flops)

#4 Dress for the Weather

The perfect outfit is one that can adapt to the weather. We do this by layering - either shedding extra layers in the middle of the summer or adding layers when the air gets crisp in the Fall.

In the humid months, lighter fabrics and open-toed shoes are essential for staying cool!

On chillier days, add a cardigan or overcoat and wear thick socks with your shoes!

#5 Try on your outfits a few days - or weeks! - before your session.

Throw your outfit on and do a few spins in front of the mirror. Do you feel comfortable in your outfit? Do you like the way it looks? Is it wrinkle free? Can you bend/hug/walk/dance without it gapping or sliding out of place? Yes? You’ve got a winner!

Plus, having your outfits planned will help you take a deep breath and relax before our shoot!

#6 Adding Makeup!

Whether you wear makeup in real life or not, I recommend adding it for your photos! If you already have a makeup routine you love, that’s great! Keep in mind that makeup photographs differently than it appears in real life - focus on glowy skin, flushed cheeks and dark lashes.

My go-to products are:

• Light coverage foundation or skin tint

• Concealer

• Blush

• Mascara

• Lip Gloss

If this is really out of your wheel house, but you’d still like to wear makeup, consider hiring a makeup artist!

Final Tips:

• Prioritize comfort

• Add interest with subtle patterns and texture

• Accessorize with hats and jewelry, but no apple watches or hair elastics

• Beware of transitional lenses, and leave your sunglasses in the car

• Avoid oversized or too tight of clothing

• Keep colours and tones earthy

• No logos, sports gear or running shoes

• Make sure clothing is clean and wrinkle-free