Autumn is such a fun time to take family photos because the foliage is full of an array of colors and textures. But how do you coordinate all those gorgeous shades outside with outfits for your family? We’ve compiled a list of outfit color schemes that are so simple to recreate, you can’t go wrong!
Denim and Blush Pink
The benefit of incorporating blush pink into a denim color scheme is that it’s a subtle pop of color that is almost neutral.
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Forget what anyone else says, boys CAN wear pink! Whether it’s brother in a blush pink button down or little sis in a rose colored baby doll dress it will fit the bill. Let mom pull in the pink with a necklace or cardigan and dad can embrace the denim with jeans and a white shirt.
Red, Black and White
Red, black, and white might seem like the most basic color scheme there is. But basics do well in photos and that’s why we love it. Red is such a rich, eye-catching color that it’s important to keep the other colors simple and neutral.
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The key here is not to overdo it with the red. Pick a couple family members to wear a big block of red like a sweater or dress. If you want to add a pop of red into any other outfits, keep it small and simple like a scarf or necklace.
Denim and Red
Denim gives off a casual vibe in your photos. It’s such a versatile shade that you can really incorporate any color as a secondary in your color scheme.
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When you’re using denim it’s easy to fall into the simplicity of jeans and a plain colored shirt. Fight that urge. Try putting someone in a red plaid button down with jeans. Put mom or sister in a red dress and a jean jacket. Don’t be afraid of breaking the red and blue up with neutrals like cream or white.
Cream and Denim
Shades of cream in your family portraits create a fresh feel without succumbing to the sterile vibes that stark white can illicit. Sure, cream shades coordinate with nearly any color, but pairing cream with denim is a winning combination that is chic in its simplicity.
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This family pulls off the cream and denim color scheme flawlessly. Mimic their style with a lace cream dress, a few cream sweaters and maybe a pair of light khakis. Throw in a couple denim jackets to pair with the cream tops and chambray shirts to balance the khaki bottoms. Everyone else can throw on a pair of dark wash jeans to keep it simple.
Navy, Maroon, and Yellow
We know what you’re thinking: that’s a lot of color for fall portraits that will inevitably already be full of a lot of color. But when done right, these shades combined create a perfect autumn wardrobe that plays off the foliage beautifully.
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Implementing these colors into your family’s outfits requires a careful balance of wardrobe pieces. The easiest way to achieve that balance is to choose one wardrobe element, like little sister’s dress, that contains all the colors and build the remaining outfits off of that. Yellow should only be used in one or two outfits, since it is so eye catching.
Tan and Olive Green
Like blush pink, olive is a pop of color that is practically a neutral. Pairing it with tan, cream, or beige keeps the look from being overbearing in terms of color while still maintaining dimension. A neutral color scheme, like this one, allows the beautiful fall foliage to take center stage in your portraits.
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Olive comes in a variety of shades. Someone in your brood can wear a light olive green shirt while another family member dons a pair of dark olive green pants. Try to maintain an even balance of tan and olive green within your family’s outfits. Remember that color can be incorporated in accessories too!
Tan and Blue
As evidenced by all the denim in the color schemes above, blue is an excellent option for fall wardrobes. Blue complements shades of orange and yellow, making it the perfect choice to play off the fall colors in your photos. Offset the blue with tan to maintain a fresh, minimal style.
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Follow the lead of this family by putting the gentlemen in blue button downs and the ladies in tan sweaters. Using different patterns for each of the boys shirts keeps the portrait from falling flat or being reminiscent of the identical outfits found in 90’s family photos.
Burgundy, Denim, and Khaki
Burgundy combines the warm, rich shades of autumn bliss: red and purple, to create a charming color that belongs in any family portrait. With a shade so rich and distinct, it’s important to match it with neutrals like denim and khaki so you end up with a delicate balance of colors instead of a deluge of saturation.
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Keep the burgundy to a minimum when styling your family. Look for simple ways to incorporate it in one or two outfits. Outfit your clan in a mix of khaki pants and denim jeans to break up the monotony of color. As always, accessories are our best friend and we never turn our nose up at a burgundy necklace or scarf.