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Coordinating Clothing for Your Fall Family Photos



Fall is a beautiful time for family photos, with its rich, warm colours providing a perfect backdrop. Choosing the right outfits can make your photos even more stunning. Coordinating clothing for a family photo shoot can seem daunting, but with a little planning and inspiration, you can create a cohesive and visually appealing look. Here's how to do it!


Step 1: Choose Your Color Palette

To create a harmonious look, start by selecting a colour palette. For fall, opt for rich, earthy tones that complement the natural scenery. Here are some suggestions:

  1. Burgundy and Mustard with Neutrals like Cream and Brown

  2. Navy and Rust with Neutrals like Gray and Beige

  3. Olive Green and Maroon with Neutrals like Tan and White

These combinations not only capture the essence of fall but also ensure that everyone in the family looks great together.





Step 2: Start with a Patterned Piece

A great place to start is with a patterned dress or dress shirt. A multi-colored pattern allows you to pull those colours into the rest of the family's outfits for perfect coordination. For example:

  • Mom: A dress with a floral pattern incorporating burgundy, mustard, and cream, allowing you to pull the burgundy, mustard and cream solids into the other family members.

  • Dad: A plaid shirt featuring navy, rust, and beige would allow you to pull navy, rust and beige into other outfits.

  • Kids: A patterned sweater with olive green, maroon, and tan, giving those colours for other family outfits.





Step 3: Layering

Fall weather can be unpredictable, so layering is key. Layers not only keep you warm but also add visual interest. Think scarves, cardigans, vests, and jackets. Here’s how to do it:

  • Base Layers: Start with simple base layers in your chosen colours.

  • Mid Layers: Add sweaters or button-down shirts.

  • Top Layers: Finish with jackets or vests that complement the colour palette.





Step 4: Mix and Match Patterns and Textures

Adding patterns and textures can bring depth and interest to your photos. Here are some tips for mixing and matching:

  • Patterns: Stick to one or two patterns to avoid clashing. Plaid, stripes, and floral prints are great for fall.

  • Textures: Incorporate different textures like knits, denim, and corduroy to add dimension to your outfits.





Step 5: Pinterest Mood Boards

Pinterest is an excellent tool for visualizing your ideas. Search for "coordinated family clothes for fall photos" to find mood boards and outfit ideas. This can help you see how different colours and styles work together. Here are some tips for using Pinterest effectively:

  • Save Pins: Create a board and save pins that resonate with your vision. Look for combinations of the colors you've chosen and see how different pieces work together.

  • Check Out Details: Pay attention to the details in the pins you like. Notice how patterns and textures are mixed and matched.

  • Find Inspiration: Look at how others have coordinated their outfits. You'll find plenty of inspiration to help you put together your own look.



Outfit Suggestions Based on Colour Palettes


Here are some specific outfit suggestions for each colour palette found from quick and easy Pinterest searches:


Burgundy and Mustard with Cream and Brown

  • Mom: Patterned dress with burgundy and mustard, paired with a cream cardigan and brown boots

  • Dad: Burgundy shirt with dark jeans and a brown vest

  • Kids: Cream sweaters with mustard pants or skirts





Navy and Rust with Gray and Beige

  • Mom: Rust blouse with a gray skirt and navy scarf

  • Dad: Navy plaid shirt with beige chinos

  • Kids: Gray dress with navy tights or rust pants with a beige sweater





Olive Green and Maroon with Tan and White

  • Mom: Maroon dress with a tan belt and boots

  • Dad: Olive green shirt with dark jeans and a white undershirt

  • Kids: White tops with olive green pants or skirts



Final Tips

  • Coordinate, Don’t Match: Aim for coordinated outfits rather than matching ones. This creates a more natural and visually appealing look.

  • Comfort is Key: Make sure everyone is comfortable in their outfits. Happy, comfortable family members make for better photos.

  • Plan Ahead: Lay out all the outfits together before the shoot to ensure they look good together. Take a few test photos if possible.

  • Avoid Bright Pink and Clashing Colours to the background of fall's natural tones


With these tips, you'll be able to coordinate your family's clothing for your fall photo shoot beautifully. Enjoy the process, and have fun capturing these special moments!

Happy coordinating!


Need more inspiration? Check out Pinterest for endless ideas on coordinating fall family outfits, search your two top colour choices with “family photo outfits” and you will see a massive collection of outfit ideas to choose from. As always, I am here to help, send me what you’re thinking and I’m happy to help you find the perfect pieces!


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