The Ultimate "What to Wear" Guide for a Family Documentary Photo Session

“What should we wear?”

One of the most common questions heard by a family photographer.

It might be one of the most stressful things about having family photos done. You want to look coordinated but not matchy-matchy. You want the colors to work together but not seem contrived. I mean, you’re investing in these photos that will immortalize you. You need to dress your best.

I get it. 100%.

I’ve made the ultimate guide to dressing for a family documentary pictures, so you will know for certain if what your family is wearing meets the cut. Here goes:

For your family documentary photo session, you should wear. . .

wait for it. . .

Whatever. You Freaking. Want.

This photo session is about

emotions

connections

relationships

giving and receiving love

acceptance

humor

care

humanity.