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Stuck on blending our family's different styles for a group photo
My family is getting a big family picture taken next month, and I said I'd pick the clothes. My older sister loves bright prints, my brother only wears jeans and tees, and my mom wants classic looks. I thought of using a color plan like navy and cream, but my sister's loud clothes clash with that. Last time we tried this, my dad wore a polo that looked odd with everyone else. The photo will be in our backyard under the oak tree, so I want the outfits to fit that casual feel. How do you mix different personal styles into one good look for family events? I'm thinking of letting each person choose their own item but in similar fabrics, like all cotton. What tips do you have to make sure no one feels forced but we still look put together?
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ruby4507mo ago
That oak tree in your backyard sounds like a great spot for a photo. I get where you're coming from with the similar fabrics idea, but honestly, cotton won't magically make prints and jeans look good together. Last year, my cousin insisted on all denim for our reunion, and my aunt's floral blouse just looked messy next to plain jackets. Instead of fabrics, pick two colors that work with the tree and grass, like greens and tans, and ask everyone to include one of those shades. Your sister can wear a bright print with a tan background, your brother a green tee, and your mom a classic cream top. That way, no one feels forced, but the photo has a natural, put-together feel from the shared colors.
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iris5747mo ago
Oh totally! I tried the matching fabric thing once and it looked so stiff, but picking two colors from the scene works every time.
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claire8367mo ago
Always thought matching fabrics was key for group photos. Your denim reunion story showed me how wrong I was. Now I see that picking colors like green and tan for a backyard shot makes everyone look good without forcing a style. Have you used this trick for holiday pictures too?
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