Fall is my absolute favorite season for family photos here in Akron! While I typically photograph families in my studio, I offer special seasonal outdoor sessions in the fall to take advantage of the golden light, colorful leaves, and crisp air. But whether you’re booking a studio session or one of my limited outdoor fall sessions, one of the biggest questions I get from clients is: “What should we wear?”
As an Akron Ohio photographer specializing in maternity, newborn, and family photography, I’ve learned what works beautifully both in-studio and in our local outdoor settings. Let me walk you through my top tips for choosing outfits that will make your fall family photos absolutely stunning.
Start with a Neutral Foundation
Neutrals are timeless, and they photograph beautifully for fall family photos in Akron. Think creams, tans, soft grays, and warm whites. These colors let your family’s genuine connections and personalities shine through without competing with the gorgeous autumn scenery around our area.
For fall sessions specifically, I love when families incorporate rich earth tones alongside their neutrals. Rust, olive green, burnt orange, mustard yellow, and warm browns complement the changing leaves perfectly. These colors feel cozy and seasonal while still maintaining that classic, timeless look you’ll love for years to come.
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Coordinate, Don’t Match
Gone are the days of everyone wearing matching outfits! Instead, aim to coordinate your family’s clothing by choosing a color palette of 3-4 colors and mixing them throughout your outfits.
For example, if mom wears a rust-colored dress, dad might wear tan pants with an olive green button-down, and the kids could wear cream and mustard. Everyone looks cohesive without looking too matchy-matchy. This creates visual interest while keeping your photos feeling connected and intentional.
Consider Your Session Type
Whether you’re booking one of my seasonal outdoor sessions or a studio session with fall styling, your outfit choices can enhance the overall look of your photos.
For outdoor fall sessions in Akron parks, earth tones and neutrals blend beautifully with natural elements, creating that dreamy, cohesive look. For studio sessions, these same color palettes photograph gorgeously against my backdrops and allow the focus to stay on your family’s connections.
In both settings, avoid neon colors or busy patterns that distract from your family’s faces and expressions. Small patterns and textures are wonderful, but large logos or graphics can date your photos quickly.
Texture and Layers Are Your Friends
Fall weather in Ohio can be unpredictable, which makes layers both practical and stylish! Cardigans, vests, jackets, and scarves add dimension and visual interest to your photos. Plus, they keep everyone comfortable during your session.
Different textures also photograph beautifully together. Try pairing a chunky knit sweater with a flowing dress, or denim with linen. These combinations create depth in your images and make your photos feel more dynamic.
Dress for Comfort and Confidence
This might be my most important tip: wear something you feel amazing in! When you’re comfortable and confident, it shows in your photos. Your genuine smiles and relaxed interactions with your family create the magic in your images.
If you’re booking one of my outdoor fall sessions, practical footwear is key. We’ll be walking through grass and possibly uneven terrain, so comfortable shoes work best. For studio sessions, you have more flexibility with your footwear choices!
Don’t Forget the Details
Accessories can elevate your family’s look! A statement necklace for mom, a cute headband for little ones, or a nice watch for dad add personality without overwhelming the photos. Just remember: less is usually more.
For families with babies or toddlers, bring a backup outfit just in case. Little ones are unpredictable, and having a Plan B gives you peace of mind during your session.
Holiday Card Sessions
If you’re planning to use your fall family photos in Akron for holiday cards, keep your card design in mind when choosing outfits. Neutrals and earth tones work beautifully with both traditional and modern holiday card designs. They give you flexibility whether you want a classic Christmas card or something more contemporary.
Ready to Book Your Fall Session?
Fall is the perfect time to capture your growing family! Whether you’re interested in one of my limited seasonal outdoor sessions or a studio session, I’d love to work with you to create beautiful images you’ll treasure forever.
Don’t miss out on upcoming sessions! Join my email list to be the first to know when I release special fall and holiday sessions. These seasonal offerings and mini sessions fill up quickly, and email subscribers always get first access to limited availability.
[Sign up for my email list here] to stay in the know about session releases, photography tips, and special offers throughout the year.
I can’t wait to capture this season with your family!
Mary Christine Photography specializes in maternity, newborn, and family photography in Akron, Ohio and surrounding Northeast Ohio areas.
Fall is my absolute favorite season for family photos here in Akron! While I typically photograph families in my studio, I offer special seasonal outdoor sessions in the fall to take advantage of the golden light, colorful leaves, and crisp air. But whether you’re booking a studio session or one of my limited outdoor fall sessions, one of the biggest questions I get from clients is: “What should we wear?”
As an Akron Ohio photographer specializing in maternity, newborn, and family photography, I’ve learned what works beautifully both in-studio and in our local outdoor settings. Let me walk you through my top tips for choosing outfits that will make your fall family photos absolutely stunning.
Start with a Neutral Foundation
Neutrals are timeless, and they photograph beautifully against Ohio’s fall landscape. Think creams, tans, soft grays, and warm whites. These colors let your family’s genuine connections and personalities shine through without competing with the gorgeous autumn scenery around Akron.
For fall sessions specifically, I love when families incorporate rich earth tones alongside their neutrals. Rust, olive green, burnt orange, mustard yellow, and warm browns complement the changing leaves perfectly. These colors feel cozy and seasonal while still maintaining that classic, timeless look you’ll love for years to come.
Coordinate, Don’t Match
Gone are the days of everyone wearing matching outfits! Instead, aim to coordinate your family’s clothing by choosing a color palette of 3-4 colors and mixing them throughout your outfits.
For example, if mom wears a rust-colored dress, dad might wear tan pants with an olive green button-down, and the kids could wear cream and mustard. Everyone looks cohesive without looking too matchy-matchy. This creates visual interest while keeping your photos feeling connected and intentional.
Consider Your Session Type
Whether you’re booking one of my seasonal outdoor sessions or a studio session with fall styling, your outfit choices can enhance the overall look of your photos.
For outdoor fall sessions in Akron parks, earth tones and neutrals blend beautifully with natural elements, creating that dreamy, cohesive look. For studio sessions, these same color palettes photograph gorgeously against my backdrops and allow the focus to stay on your family’s connections.
In both settings, avoid neon colors or busy patterns that distract from your family’s faces and expressions. Small patterns and textures are wonderful, but large logos or graphics can date your photos quickly.
Texture and Layers Are Your Friends
Fall weather in Ohio can be unpredictable, which makes layers both practical and stylish! Cardigans, vests, jackets, and scarves add dimension and visual interest to your photos. Plus, they keep everyone comfortable during your session.
Different textures also photograph beautifully together. Try pairing a chunky knit sweater with a flowing dress, or denim with linen. These combinations create depth in your images and make your photos feel more dynamic.
Dress for Comfort and Confidence
This might be my most important tip: wear something you feel amazing in! When you’re comfortable and confident, it shows in your photos. Your genuine smiles and relaxed interactions with your family create the magic in your images.
If you’re booking one of my outdoor fall sessions, practical footwear is key. We’ll be walking through grass and possibly uneven terrain, so comfortable shoes work best. For studio sessions, you have more flexibility with your footwear choices!
Don’t Forget the Details
Accessories can elevate your family’s look! A statement necklace for mom, a cute headband for little ones, or a nice watch for dad add personality without overwhelming the photos. Just remember: less is usually more.
For families with babies or toddlers, bring a backup outfit just in case. Little ones are unpredictable, and having a Plan B gives you peace of mind during your session.
Holiday Card Sessions
If you’re planning to use your fall family photos for holiday cards, keep your card design in mind when choosing outfits. Neutrals and earth tones work beautifully with both traditional and modern holiday card designs. They give you flexibility whether you want a classic Christmas card or something more contemporary.
Ready to Book Your Fall Session?
Fall is the perfect time to capture your growing family! Whether you’re interested in one of my limited seasonal outdoor sessions or a studio session, I’d love to work with you to create beautiful images you’ll treasure forever.
Don’t miss out on upcoming sessions! Join my email list to be the first to know when I release special fall and holiday sessions. These seasonal offerings and mini sessions fill up quickly, and email subscribers always get first access to limited availability.
Sign up for my email list here to stay in the know about session releases, photography tips, and special offers throughout the year.
I can’t wait to capture this season with your family!
Mary Christine Photography specializes in maternity, newborn, and family photography in Akron, Ohio and surrounding Northeast Ohio areas.
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