As a family photographer, and a mom of 5, I know one of the most time consuming parts of preparing for family photos is figuring out what to wear. Choosing the right outfits can feel overwhelming, but it’s so important for creating beautiful, cohesive family photos. That’s why I’m excited to introduce you to a fantastic tool that will make this process a lot more simple: Style and Select.

What is Style and Select?

Style and Select is an online platform designed specifically to help families coordinate their outfits for photo sessions. It takes the stress out of deciding what to wear by providing a curated selection of clothing and accessories that work beautifully together.

In just a few clicks you can put together a style board that includes links to purchase the exact items you chose. Or, you can use it as inspiration for your shopping.

How Does It Work?

Using Style and Select is simple and fun. Here’s how it works:

1. Select Your Color Palette: Start by choosing a color palette that suits your personal style and the vibe you want for your photos.
2. Enter Family Details: Input the ages and sizes of each family member.
3. Get Outfit Suggestions: Style and Select will generate a customized board of outfit suggestions for everyone in your family. This includes the items available for you to borrow from my client closet (with certain packages).

Why I Love Style and Select

I’ve been using Style and Select to help my clients prepare for their sessions, and the results have been very helpful. Here are a few reasons why I love it:

• Saves Time and Reduces Stress: No more endless shopping trips or second-guessing your choices. Style and Select provides a streamlined process to find coordinating outfits quickly.
• Professional and Polished Look: This tool ensures that everyone in the photo looks coordinated without being too matchy-matchy, which results in a beautiful family portrait you’ll want to display.
• Flexibility and Personalization: You can tweak the suggestions to match your preferences and even shop directly from the links provided.

See It in Action

Watch this video to see a quick walk-through of the website:

And here’s another style board I created using the tool:

This board features a beautiful mix of colors and styles that would look amazing in a family portrait. Notice how the outfits complement each other without being too similar, creating a balanced feel.

I created this board for this client and they went shopping on their own. The outfits they chose were not identical to the ones on their style board but they fit the general style and color scheme, and it turned out great!

Ready to Try It?

I definitely recommend giving Style and Select a try for your next family photo session. It’s a game-changer that will help you look and feel your best in front of the camera.

To get started, ask your photographer if they offer this service, or book your session with me! I offer this service two ways- I can create a style board for you, or you can go in there and create it yourself.

Happy styling, and I can’t wait to capture your beautiful family’s photos!