Hiya! If your looking for the Ultimate Style Guide for your photo shoot- you are in the right place!

The Ultimate Style Guide will make it super easy for you to pick your outfits for your next photoshoot. Whether you’re bringing a newborn, wrangling toddlers or bringing your teen. Here’s exactly what to wear (and what to avoid) to look and feel amazing in front of the camera.

 1. Stick to Plain, Neutral Colours

Studio lighting picks up every detail—so we want your face and connection to be the focus, not your clothes.

Best colours:

• Creams, whites, greys
• Soft pastels (dusty pink, muted blue, sage)
• Warm tones like beige, taupe, light brown

Avoid:

• Bright neons
• Hoodies or fashion clothing with large logos
• Loud patterns or prints

These tones help create soft, timeless images that won’t date—and they complement most studio backdrops beautifully.

2. No Logos, Slogans, or Distracting Details

This is a big one! Large logos, bold prints, and graphics can ruin the clean aesthetic of studio portraits.

Keep it classic with:

• Plain t-shirts or blouses
• Knitted jumpers
• Casual button-downs
• Soft cotton dresses

Simple = stunning in the studio.

 3. Wear Clothes You Can Move In

Even though we’re indoors, your shoot won’t be stiff or formal. There’ll be sitting, standing, cuddling, maybe even lying on the floor with your little one.

So skip:

• Super tight jeggings – dads leave those tight jeans at home!
• Stiff fabrics
• Outfits that ride up or restrict movement

Instead, go for:

• Casual trousers, relaxed jeans, or soft leggings
• Flowy midi dresses or tunics
• Soft jumpers or stretchy tops

You want to feel confident and able to move naturally—that’s when the real magic happens.

4. Coordinate, Don’t Match

You don’t all need to wear the same thing. Instead, choose 2–3 colours that blend well together and keep everyone in the same tone family.

Example palette:

• Mum in a blush blouse
• Partner in a soft grey top
• Baby in a neutral onesie or romper

It creates a cohesive look without being too matchy-matchy.

5. Shoes Off Is Fine!

Most studio sessions work beautifully with bare feet—especially for babies and toddlers. If you’d rather keep shoes on, go for clean, neutral ones with no logos or bright colours. Don’t forget to coordinate the socks and check for holes!

Final Touches

• Keep makeup fresh and natural unless you usually wear a full face – check for chipped nail polish.
• Hair loosely styled or in soft waves works beautifully.
• Accessories? Keep it simple—no chunky jewellery or watches. Unless you always wear that statement piece

Final Thought

These photos are about you and your connection with your family. These suggestions are a guide, and what’s most important is that you feel comfortable. So, if your teen only wears black unless it’s Christmas and they may put a hint of red on, roll with it. Celebrate this moment in time because before you know it, it will be a distant memory.

Feel free to send me photographs of your outfits, I’m more than happy to help you with your clothing choices.

See you soon

Lisa 🙂