A Guide to Choosing Outfits That Photograph Beautifully

Preparing for your newborn session is such a special and exciting time, and one of the questions I’m asked most often is: “What should we wear?” Wardrobe choices play a huge role in creating timeless, cohesive images, so I’ve put together my best tips to help you feel confident and camera-ready.

And the best part? All of my clients receive a full wardrobe guide with recommendations to make choosing outfits even easier.

Choose a Soft, Neutral Color Palette

For newborn sessions, I always recommend sticking with neutrals—especially taupe, cream, soft gray, and white. These tones photograph beautifully, particularly against my backlit white background, which creates that airy, clean, and timeless look my studio is known for.

Neutrals also keep the focus exactly where it belongs: on your baby and your family’s connection.

Coordinate, Don’t Match

You don’t all need to wear the exact same clothing, but it’s important that everyone stays within the same color palette. Keeping your outfits cohesive ensures your images look elegant and elevated.

Comfort Is Key for Toddlers and Siblings

For little ones—especially toddlers—comfort is essential. When kids aren’t comfortable, it shows. Comfortable kids = relaxed kids = beautiful sibling portraits.

I Will Style the Newborn to Match

You don’t need to worry about selecting an outfit or wrap for your baby. I will choose a wrap or newborn outfit that perfectly coordinates with what the rest of the family is wearing. This ensures your final gallery feels cohesive and visually seamless from start to finish.

Keep Patterns Simple

If you love patterns, choose something subtle—think soft florals or delicate textures. Avoid bold prints and busy designs that pull attention away from your baby.

Final Tips for Picture-Perfect Prep

Avoid bright or neon colors

Remove smart watches and hair ties from wrists

Steam or iron clothing before the session

Stay within soft, neutral tones for an elegant, timeless look

By choosing neutrals, coordinating outfits, and keeping kids comfortable, you’ll create the perfect foundation for stunning, heirloom-quality newborn photos your family will cherish for years.

And remember: you’ll receive my full wardrobe guide as soon as you book, making outfit planning simple and stress-free.

If you’d like help choosing between outfit options, feel free to send me photos—I’m always happy to help!