Your session is scheduled, and we found the perfect place, but now . . . what to wear to your mini session? This isn’t as daunting as you may think. With some easy tips, you can transform your outfits and be photo-ready! We connect with all kinds of families and couples so this article is to share some of our favorite guidelines and tips with various styles and locations.
Do we dress up or go casual?
With your mini session being 20 minutes, we don’t recommend bringing 2 outfits – choose 1 outfit but you can always add accessories to change the look! Bring a jacket to create comfortable layers and add a dynamic to your outfits easily.
Who could ever choose just one outfit? There is no perfect outfit to wear, the most important thing is to be comfortable and be yourself.
Looking your best during the session
Shoes are important
We will be in grassy areas so heals are not recommended. Being comfortable is very important, so we recommend flats or pretty sandals.
Favorite Accessories
- Scarves
- Wraps or large shawls – especially in a cooler month, they are so cozy
- Vests – guys, add a vest and have a whole new look over a sweater
- Fun shoes – ladies, a fun POP of a bright or patterned shoe adds to an outfit
- Jewelry – changing a necklace or earrings can bring great variety to your look
Layer up
Taking a few accessories and creating layers can take a simple outfit and make it special and pop. Also if your session is in a cooler month, you will be comfortable. Remember, being comfortable allows you to relax even more and be natural for your session.
Be prepared with a few “must-have” touch-up kit
- Lint Roller – as 2 dog owners we can’t live without these. Bringing one helps to catch any stray hairs or random “fuzzies” you may pick up along the way.
- Extra hair and makeup touch-ups – To ensure you can maintain your hair and makeup look, bring a small touch-up kit if needed between outfit changes.
- Bobby Pins (you never know if we have a little wind how these come in handy)
- Chapstick or lipstick – you know… love requires kissing so, you may need to touch up on lip products.
- Powder – To keep shine at bay (especially in the warm summer months) bring a compact or loose powder.
- Snacks for kids – we all need a little motivation at times. Bring snacks, drinks, or even little candies to help kids have a great experience either at the end as a reward or a 5 min break during the session.
Color!
Spring is a celebration of colors and stunning blooms. Wear colors that reflect your personal style OR go neutral to create a simple and modern aesthetic. The majority of the blooms in York and Lancaster are pink, and Hershey Gardens has a variety of colors. Keeping this in mind, we find that we all look our best-wearing color vs white or tan head to toe (except brides… but they are queens for a day)! I hope this blog gives you ideas for incorporating floral patterns, soft colors, bold colors, and using coordinating colors to bring families together in a timeless way vs. being too “matchy-matchy”. Please, avoid khaki pants and white shirts.
No matter what you wear, it’s all about love and celebrating this beautiful season of your life and your family! Please contact Leigh before the session to brainstorm or share outfit ideas, we love helping you look and feel your best!
See you soon! – Leigh