Simple and Stylish

· Simple solid light and natural colours are best. Try to avoid patterns large and bold ones particularly. and bright vivid colours. They draw attention away from the face. Darker colours are more formal.

· Elbow length or long sleeve dresses and shirts are great. (Short sleeves are acceptable for toddlers and small children).

· Try and co-ordinate from head to toe selecting appropriate shoes just in case they get in the shots. Children can often look best photographed with bare feet.

· Darker clothing minimizes body size and light tones tend to emphasise body size.

· Necklines are important. A "vee" or scoop neck is best if you have a short neck short and your face is full. A polo-neck or high-necked garment is more flattering if your neck is longer and your face slender.

· For group shots dress everyone in the same style of clothing. Do not mix casual and formal attire. Formal clothing results in more formal poses. If you are hoping for a more relaxed portrait, or if you select an outdoor location, go for more casual clothing.

· Keep the tonal range of clothing within the group the same. Do not mix light and dark clothes together. Keep patterns for accent items like scarves and neckties only.

· White, natural colours or light pastel clothing looks best in portraits taken against a white or light background. Blues, white, ivory, khaki and salmon are nice outdoors against green foliage. Burgundy, brown, tan and gray are good in late autumn.

· Haircuts or perms, if planned, are better done a few days before the portrait shoot. Have make-up and hair grooming materials with you and handy for touch up.

· For children, the best time to schedule is usually mid-morning. Plese bring along a few favorite, small toys. It is best not to offer food or drink during the actual portrait session

· Lastly if you do have to postpone your portrait session, please give us as much notice as possible, 24 hours at least.