Kid Style | Dressing for Portraits

I had to have some updated photos taken for Kennie and loved that it was the perfect excuse to purchase the entire Fall toddler line at Target.  When we took Kennie's first set of headshots I didn't quite understand what colors and prints look best on camera, but now I'm starting to get the hang of it.  Here are a couple of tips for styling your little one for photos.

First things First...let's talk color!

Scarf: Lil Cupcake | Clothes: Target | Moccs: Freshly Picked | Beanie: H&M

Bright, deep colors look great against fair skin.  This purple makes Kennie's coloring pop and the scarf adds some texture and interest to the tight cropped shots.  You also might think about what colors are in style for the season.  Check out what palette your local children's clothing stores are displaying!

Up next: Layers and Patterns

Bow: Bloomies Handmade | Top & Sweater: Old Navy | Jeggings: Target | Moccs: Freshly Picked

Like I mentioned above, layers give texture and interest to your photos, but don't go overboard.  Maybe leave the down jacket and snow boots in the mud room.  Patterns can look awesome as long as they are in the right place.  This floral pattern is great in a jegging and doesn't distract from her cute little face.  I kept it simple up top to help her face be the focal point of the shot.

Let's talk backgrounds.

Glitter Bow: Bloomies Handmade | Top & Skirt: Target | Tights & Ballet Flats: Old Navy

We lucked out and found this gorgeous blue garage door that picked up on the pattern in her skirt.  Try not to be super matchy matchy with your background.  Finding a complimentary color to your outfit or picking up on a recessive color in the outfit make for a beautifully colored photo.

Last let's cover accessories.

Flower Clip: Bloomies Handmade | Dress & Fur Vest: Target | Beanie: H&M

What would a beautiful cake be without a little frosting?  I added this fur vest and knit beanie to Kennie's purple dress to make it look more complete.  And even though there is no gold in her dress, the gold shoes do compliment the colors in her outfit.  As you can see in some of the other photos adding a bow in a recessive color from her outfit also help to make the overall outfit look polished.

I knew that we were going to be using these photos for Kennie's comp card so I selected pieces that complimented each other.  I stayed with deep jewel tones and similar neutrals.  Most of the clothes were from Target's early Fall toddler line so it made it super easy to find enough to make a cohesive look.  If you are going to put these photos up in your home, take a look at the colors in that room and pull your clothing colors from that palette.

Now run out and get to snapping so pictures of your adorable kiddos!