Style Guides
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Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! Finding coordinating clothing for a family can be overwhelming. I'm more than happy to help you style your family. Here are some of my favorite places to shop for the whole family. Maybe you already have some anchor pieces and just need some basics to tie it all together. Mamas, try to choose your outfit first, making it the showpiece. Do you love large florals or solids? Coordinate your family members around that color scheme and overall feel. Already overwhelmed? Pick 2 of your favorite colors that compliment your family. From there piece together items from those color families. You don't need to color match every person to coordinate and you don't want to blend into anyone. If your session is during warmer months try to find dresses and shirts that frame your face and shoulders. If your session is during fall or winter try to layer solids with varying textures (denim, lace, khaki and woven sweaters). Here are some great places to coordinate from. Remember to stay away from neon colors (they create crazy shadow casts on your skin) and graphic tees (no pictures of animals, characters or words).
Expecting Mamas
Pinkblush Maternity Boutique
I lived in 4 dresses from Pinkblush during my 3rd pregnancy, and continue to wear them afterwards. Many of their dresses are fitted on the top and blousy/flowy on the bottom that flatter any tummy. They are also incredibly comfortable. They have dresses for MATERNITY AND NON-MATERNITY. Also check out Wren & Ivory below for more MATERNITY AND NON MATERNITY.
Men's wear
Old Navy & Nordstrom Rack
Old Navy and Nordstrom Rack have some wonderful basic shirt, pants and shoes to choose from. When looking for men's tops, look for solids or a very faint pattern in their shirts (stay away from tight plaids or stripes, it creates moiré-which appears as a weird colored rippling over fabric). Pair with khakis or jeans. For cooler sessions you can throw a vest, sweater or casual sport coat on as the outer layer.
Girls
American Eagle Outfitters & Target
When dressing your girls, try to find something that is complimentary to their age and size, but also fun to still move around in and enjoy moment during your session. A solid dress can always be paired with a dangly necklace or scarf. Florals or paisleys are perfect the way they are with simple sandals or cute boots. To tone down a large pattern, layer it with a jean jacket or solid sweater.
Boys
Zara & H&M
Zara has some wonderful options for everyone, but I mainly look here for my boys. I have found sleeveless tanks with little pockets here, as well as sweaters for fall. Sweaters add great texture. They also have shorts, pants and shoes that are very dapper! Their sizes run a tad smalls you may want to order a size up if your kiddo is in-between sizes.
H&M also has a lot of options for the whole family, but they are a great place to check for boy's shoes.
For cooler sessions, throw a thin winter scarf over a solid sweater or long sleeved shirt (check Zara for these).
Woman's Wear
Favorite Online Boutiques
You are busy, mamas! If you are anything like me, I hate bringing all 3 kids to the store and clothes shopping. It's almost physically impossible. Here are some amazing options to check out. I prefer ordering 2 sizes and keeping the one that fits best! [Just be sure to check each return policy first!]
Littles
Babies & Toddlers
Littles tend to the be the easiest to dress because there are so many places to find great options! Rompers or dresses are always adorable for tiny babies or early walkers. I frequent Babble Bear Boutique or Jamie Kay for solid colored options, perhaps with a slight pattern or simple lace. Toddler options can easily be found at Old Navy, GAP Kids or H&M with the rest of the family.