what to wear- fall




Boston in the fall may be one of the best spots to take pictures during this season. What with all these colors and all this change of leaves, it's an opportunity for some gorgeous shots!



This time of year mother nature put up a breathtaking show for all to see. Starting from middle September until late November - this is the perfect moment when you can take some great pictures against nature's beautiful backdrop




Basic Style Guide


  1. Avoid matching outfits. Matchy-matchy is a no-no. Visually break the colors, think about dominant and accent colors. Mix fabrics and textures.
  2. Let your family wear what makes them feel comfortable. 
  3. Choose clothes that make you FEEL gorgeous. You know what looks gorgeous on you, follow your instinct. If you feel stunning, you'll look stunning. Be open to recommendations but stand your ground following your heart.
  4. Dress warmly, add layers. Fall is beautiful, the colors are dreamy, but temperatures can be chilly.
  5. When it comes to accessories, you know what you love. It can be a hat, a crown, a scarf, a headband, a necklace, or a gorgeous pair of earrings.
  6. Don't forget about shoes. For Mom, leather boots work great, either tall or ankle boots. For the kids, make sure the show colors are neutral.
  7. Avoid logos or graphics, it distracts and takes away from the emotion captured in the picture.
  8. Avoid neon colors, these give an overcast to the skin that is not flattering. 
  9. Try your clothes in advance, avoid surprises on session day!
  10. Mom put natural makeup on :) Nothing extravagant, just a natural touch-up to make you feel the special occasion while looking gorgeous! 


Fall color palettes


Boston is great in every season. But in FALL, New England shows off its full colors. The leaves start to turn their colors and golden grass stays with us throughout the season. It's beyond beautiful.

When thinking about what to wear, the goal is to complement your surroundings not to get lost on it or pop so much that it looks out of place. It's always a good idea to think about the muted versions of the colors you love. It's also key to mix and match your favorite tones, you can pick 1-2 dominant colors and then complement with accent colors, and don't forget to ALWAYS add neutrals to the mix. Below are some color palette ideas to get you started :)

SHOULD I THINK ABOUT LAYERS?


Great point. In Fall it can get a bit chilly in the morning or close to sunset. I recommend having the kids wear tights, vests, knitted hats, and sweaters. Think about adding many layers. Undershirts are a GREAT idea. Warm kids = happy kids. When you cross the early November timeframe, the weather becomes colder and jackets might be needed. Make sure to love the jackets, they might make it in some photos. You will all get warmed up with jackets while you walk and then take layers off for portraits, we'll also keep cuddles in between to warm up your little ones :)


WHAT ABOUT FABRICS WITH PATTERNS?


I personally LOVE patterns. It adds mood & feel to the photos. The caveat is that only 1 person gets to wear prints and the rest should be in solid colors. You don't want competing patterns.