the perfect look for headshots

As we head into headshot season, I wanted to take a moment and share some of my favorite looks for headshots.

My biggest advice is, if you are going to go for color for pop, make sure that it is complimentary to your skin tones.  Choose colors that help bring out your best features.  And if you can, try and stay clear of patterns - you want the viewer to be focused on you.

Jenny did a great job in this shot above, by choosing a great color popping statement necklace against a less vibrant top, to give a good contrast to her dark hair and eyes, but still not distracting away from her face.

Brights colors can work!  Just make sure that there is only one bright color in your outfit, and that the setting you will be in will also be clean and simple.

For children, keep it very simple.  They are not going to be wearing make up or anything to draw attention to their faces, so it's best to make sure their clothing and accessories keep the attention where it should be.

I did say to try and stay away from patterns, but, if you do use them, again, make sure they are simple and not distracting.  Jason's shirt was a good choice here as the colors were nothing shocking, and blended nicely to the background, without disappearing.

And of course, if you have questions, please just ask!  I would be happy to talk clothes choices with you!!!

what to wear | valentine sessions | stephanie wind photography

Some of my favorite looks from years past!

a year of the blues

But quite the opposite!

See how great blue has looked on my clients this year!  It's a color that compliments every skin tone.

stephanie wind...what to wear (beach sessions!)

I am super duper looking forward to the beach sessions coming up on October (that only has 3 spots left!)

I thought I'd take a look back at some of my beach inspired sessions with clients, and showcase their great clothing choices!

tips on what to wear

first things first - don't panic.  after all - it's just clothes!

having said that, putting a little thought into to it can really take your photos to the next level.

a few things that can help you decide what to wear for your next session...

keep in mind where you are shooting - a little theming can go a long way, and really pull everything together.

there are such adorable little things for girls these days.  start with her outfit, and then pull colors together from it for everyone else.  again, keep in mind where you are being photographed so everything has the same flow.

everyone matching is not necessary!  bright, bold colors against a monochromatic background, can be very effective and really make everyone's faces light up.

using the background, along with a family heirloom can always help.  grandma's quilt can make a great prop, and starter for choosing colors.

pinterest is my best friend!  i searched "family of 5" and got this great color combo.  i knew i wanted something somewhat neutral, as i knew i wanted a lot of sunset backlight.

another great example of considering the location.

sometimes it more tough with boys clothing, as they aren't as many accessories for boys than girls.  but have fun with it!  my boys think it's fun to dress like daddy.  :)

windermere orlando family photographer - what should we wear?

i often have clients ask during a consultation...what should we wear???

my rule of thumb is simple: you don't have to match, just coordinate, and try not to clash.  :)

if you have one family members outfit chosen, you can usually choose colors from that outfit for other members of the family.

here are some of my recent clients, who are all excellent examples of coordinating clothing.

the anderson family went with pale blues, white and khaki

maddy's mama picked out this cute little outfit for her and then chose the green leaf in it as a color for alex

the dekorne family looked dashing in greys, yellows and whites

this mama said she started with her oldest daughters pink dress and went from there

pinks, navy and white

the popick family looked great in shades of blue with a splash of red

rebecca's mom started with the little one's dress, and picked out the green in it for mama and daddy's clothing

remember, it's not the clothing that people will be looking at - but the people's faces in them!  don't stress!  :)

fall family sessions - orlando florida photographer

as school is now in session, it is time to start thinking about your family portraits and holiday cards!

with the help of christie from coastal belle, here is an idea of some great choices in clothing for your family portrait session.

you can find these looks at old navy, primigi kids, converse, polo, vineyard vines, bonobos, gap, toms, patterson kincaid, steve madden, and vanessa boulton.

thank you christie for these great looks!