Family Portraits in Coral Springs: What to Wear & How to Prep Kids

Intro

Family photos shouldn’t feel stressful — they should feel meaningful, relaxed, and beautifully styled. Whether you're booking in-studio or outdoors in Coral Springs, knowing what to wear and how to prep your kids makes a huge difference in the final photos and the overall experience. Here’s a simple, parent-friendly guide to help you feel confident and ready.

1) What to Wear: Coordinated, Not Matching

Forget the old “everyone in jeans and white shirts” rule — today’s family portraits look best when your outfits coordinate without being identical.

✅ Choose a Color Palette

Start with 2–3 main colors and build from there:

• Neutrals: Cream, beige, taupe, soft gray

• Soft tones: Sage, blush, dusty blue, mauve

• Rich accents: Olive, rust, navy, mustard (for fall)

Example palette: Cream + dusty rose + sage
Another palette: Beige + denim blue + muted olive

✅ Let One Person Be the “Anchor”

Pick one outfit (usually mom’s or the kids’) as the style inspiration. Everyone else coordinates around it with textures and tones.

✅ Avoid These

🚫 Neon colors
🚫 Bold logos or characters
🚫 Busy patterns or stripes
🚫 All-black or all-white outfits

2) Outfit Tips for Each Person

Moms

• Flowy dresses, knits, or soft fabrics photograph beautifully

• Maxi dresses, wrap gowns, and fitted silhouettes flatter all body shapes

• Avoid stiff material or overly tight clothing

Dads

• Solid henleys, polos, or casual button-downs

• Khakis, chinos, or dark jeans

• Skip graphic tees or athletic wear

Kids

• Soft textures, layers, rompers, linen sets, knits

• Barefoot or neutral shoes work great

• Avoid neon colors or cartoon designs

3) Prepping Kids (Stress-Free Tips)

✅ For Babies & Toddlers

• Plan around nap time — not right before or after

• Bring a favorite snack, bottle, or toy

• Dress them once you arrive (to avoid spills/wrinkles)

✅ For Younger Kids

• Keep it positive — don’t threaten or bribe on the drive

• Let them hold a favorite small stuffed animal if needed

• Tell them they’re “going to play and take pictures with the family”

✅ For Older Kids

• Give them a role (“You’re helping me hold baby” or “You get to be the leader”)

• Let them help pick an accessory or outfit piece

• Remind them the session will be short and fun

4) Preparing the Family the Day Of

✅ Feed everyone first
✅ Remove watches, hair ties, and phones from pockets
✅ Bring wipes, water, and a lint roller
✅ Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in

If your session is outdoors, I’ll send directions and reminders about mosquitoes, shoes, or weather prep.

5) Studio vs. Outdoor Family Sessions in Coral Springs

🌿 Outdoor

Perfect for golden-hour lighting, neutral tones, and relaxed movement. Popular spots include parks, greenery, and beach settings nearby.

🕊️ Studio

Best for fine-art portraits, clean backdrops, and weather-proof sessions. Kids often feel calmer in a controlled environment.

You can choose based on your family’s personality, desired style, and ages of your kids.

6) Final Tip: Perfection Isn’t the Goal — Connection Is

The best photos aren’t always the ones where kids are stiff and smiling. Emotion, hugs, cuddles, tickles, and real personalities photograph beautifully — leave the rest to me.

Ready to schedule your next family session in Coral Springs?
Reach out to book, or message me so I can help plan outfits and timing around your children’s ages and personalities.