serving Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC
Children's & Family Portrait Photography
serving Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC
Children's & Family Portrait Photography
Key Points in Dressing for Portraits - by Carl Cox
 | Simplicity is the keynote. |
| Solid colors are best. Avoid large or bold patterns and bright colors. They draw attention away from the face. |
| Long sleeved dresses and shirts are recommended. They draw attention away from the arms and focus it on the face. (Short sleeves are acceptable for infants and small children). |
| Coordinate your attire from head to toe, carefully selecting appropriate shoes and stockings, as our photographer may portray you in a full length pose. |
| Darker clothing tends to minimize body size, and light tones tend to emphasize body size. |
| Necklines are important. A vee or scoop neck is best if your neck is short and your face is full. A turtle neck or high neck garment is more flattering if your neck is longer and your face is slender. |
| Dress everyone in the same style of clothing. Do not mix casual and formal attire. |
| Keep the tonal range of clothing within the group the same. Do not mix light and dark values. Save patterns for accent items like scarves and neckties. |
| White or light pastel clothing, shoes, stockings, pants, or dresses look best in portraits taken against a white or light background. Save stronger colors and patterns for accent items. |
| To assure a successful portrait, it is best to bring along several additional clothing choices. |
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