KELLY BEANE » Beautiful, vibrant, and classic wedding photography

I am not sure if I can describe how serious my internet browsing addiction is.  I just love to look around, check out what’s new and take part in a little virtual window shopping.  Houses, cars, clothes, new equipment, accessories, decor ideas…. and the list goes on.  So to make my pesky little habit feel a bit more productive, I decided to throw together a clothing suggestion post.  This is one of the top client FAQs and in an effort to explain my ideas in more detail, I thought I would give you all a visual.  I want my clients to truly portray their style in their photographs, so I say most importantly dress comfortably.  Besides that, I love textures, layers, accessories and especially color – any and all color.  And I usually suggest to just keep it in the same color scheme, but never feel like you all have to match exactly.

Here is an example of a casual subdued look.  I love the hints of teal and shimmery gold mixed with texture from the ruffled dress, lacy scarf and canvas heels.  This would be perfect for Spring family photos.  In fact, as I designed it I took our family into consideration and could really see all four of us in these outfits.

I love this set because of how bright and bold the colors are, yet they still work really well together.  What I did here, and what I usually do for our own family sessions, is chose one focus item and worked from that.  This is obviously the girl’s dress.  For us, I am able to usually pick something from my or my daughter’s wardrobe, since we wear the most colorful clothes, and then work from there finding neutrals or others complimentary colors.  I especially love the earrings here.  It’s a subtle addition to the collection, but adds one more item that can wrap the color scheme together.

This is a fabulous little maternity set.  What I encourage you to do is not be afraid of bold prints or colors when you’re with child.  The top on the right is a perfect example of this, and actually now that I think about it a textury peach or gray scarf would be the perfect addition to this outfit.  This is also a great example of how you can change your look up without making your man do so as well, which we all know in the end makes for a happier hubby.  I want those flats!!

Next up I have an engagement session suggestion with an easy no change situation for the male again.  The dress I see as much more elegant and could work really well if he had the shirt buttoned.  Then to dress it down he could unbutton it with a favorite tee underneath while she wears an adorable pleated skirt along with a plain ‘ol navy tee and flats or heels.  And by the way, aren’t both sets of heels totally major!  (ode to Rachel Zoe right there)

This is just another set I worked up for an engagement session.  On the left I love the hint of peach from the headband and heels.  And I totally want to do a shoot of Bryan and I in the outfits on the right.  That dress and those heels… to die for!

And senior girls…. I cannot forget you fabulous human beings.  I don’t think you need fashion advice at all, but I just put this little collection together… well, because it was pure fun and entertainment.  I adore everything about all three outfits.  Textures, colors, accessories… they’re all so fun!!I do want to note that I don’t ever want my clients to feel like they have to go out and buy new outfits for their whole family.  Like I said before, it’s best to find one major piece that you love and work from there, which usually means you will have a few staple pieces already purchased.

So I’m all ears… Did you like this?  Do these visuals help?  Am I fooling myself by thinking this was a way to make my online habits seem productive?   All I know is that it was probably way too much fun for me, but I really do hope it at least helps one client.  You all have a wonderful weekend and thank you for stopping by the blog!

Kelly