E Mc B Photography Fall style Guide .pdf

E Mc B Photography

The Fall Family Portrait Wardrobe Guide

So. What In The World Are We Going To Wear?

Okay, Take a Deep Breath.

We’re not looking for "perfect" outfits. We’re looking for outfits that feel like you. Perfectly matching is overrated. Feeling like you is better.

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Coordinate, don't match.

Think of your family not as a matching set, but as a beautiful story. We’ll pick 3-4 complementary colors and weave them through your outfits.

Fall Palette Idea SOFT

COASTAL

AUTUMN

For a lighter, airier feel. Inspired by misty mountain mornings and soft, hazy skies where the colors are gentle, muted, and serene.

Fall Palette Idea WARM

NEUTRALS

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CREAMS

Think of the golden light on sun-dried fields and the soft texture of your favorite sweater.

This palette is all about effortless, natural warmth.

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Layers Are Your Best Friend A cozy cardigan or a denim jacket adds dimension.

Mixing textures like knits and corduroy makes even simple colors look rich and intentional.

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Texture is everything (especially in the fall) Think about how autumn feels. Cozy, warm, soft. Bring that feeling into your outfits. This is the season for chunky knit sweaters, soft corduroy for the little ones, a wool coat for dad, and the gentle flow of a viscose dress for mom. Mixing these textures is what makes even the simplest color palette look rich and intentional.

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A simple rule for patterns You found a plaid shirt you absolutely love, but now you're stuck. What should everyone else wear? Here’s the simple rule: one is usually enough. If one person is wearing a classic fall plaid or a subtle floral, let everyone else wear solid colors pulled directly from that pattern. This keeps your final look feeling cohesive, not chaotic.

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Start with Mom Find a dress or outfit that you feel absolutely amazing in. Then, pull colors from it to dress everyone else. It’s the simplest way to start.

There will always be a cute dress for your daughter. Or a white sweater for your husband, but if Mom doesn’t feel amazing, the pictures will show that. Find a dress that makes you want to twirl, or a cozy cashmere sweater with a cute maxi skirt ,even a great pair jeans, a simple tank and a cute jacket.

Stick to the ideas of one person in print, one pop of (pastel or muted) color, and at least one in layers, add the others in light neutrals with various textures to keep the pictures light and soft but with visual interest.

You’re ready. start planning

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