Fall is one of the best times for photos! Whether you are doing a mini session, full session, or even a home session it is so important to be ready in what you are wearing. That is why I created this fall photography style guide. Knowing what to wear for fall photos makes such a difference in how your images turn out – and I am here to help! This is a resource for my clients and for those of you who are not yet!

by Alison Nicole Photography | Cleveland Lifestyle Photographer

What to Wear for Fall Photos: Texture

I love seeing beautiful textures in clothing, especially when I am photographing someone wearing that piece. Try to choose outfits that have different textures from each other. You do not want everyone in the same fabric! There are so many beautiful options – flannel, wool, cotton, denim, corduroy, velvet, lace, and more. Additionally accessories are a wonderful way to add texture. A blanket to sit on or wrap up in, a hat, scarf, or jewelry can all add so much visual interest. Jackets, sweaters, and coats are also beautiful layers that add texture and keep everyone warm on a chilly fall day!

What to Wear for Fall Photos: Color

Something important to point out when thinking about what to wear for fall photos is that you do not want to be too matchy-matchy with color. Keep in mind your location – what will the colors be like where your session is taking place? You do not want to blend into the background! I love it when clients have one or two people in patterns and others in solid colors. Furthermore be sure to use neutral colors to balance things out. Notice how groups who do an incredible job with clothing have outfits and colors that work together without being too closely matched. That is the sweet spot!

Fall Photography Style Guide: Comfort

One of the MOST IMPORTANT things when choosing clothing is to make sure everyone is COMFORTABLE! I have so many sensory issues myself and I know that if I am uncomfortable it is all I can think about. Kids and adults alike need to feel good in what they are wearing in order to relax and have fun in front of the camera. So if you do not get anything else out of this fall photography style guide, get this – BE COMFY!

What to Wear for Fall Photos: Quick Tips

Let’s quickly review what we have covered in this fall photography style guide. We do not want to be too matchy-matchy. It is extremely important that everyone is comfortable. Also do your best to incorporate a variety of textures into everyone’s clothing. Here are a few more quick tips – do not wear clothing with words or logos on them. No neon colors! Keep it classic. Ask yourself – do you see this style of clothing still being worn thirty years from now? Another thing people often forget is shoes – be sure everyone has appropriate and attractive shoes that go with their outfit. Furthermore the biggest tip of them all is to book with me so I can send you my complete Style Guide!!

See Clothing Ideas for Everyone!

You can also check out my Amazon List of clothing for everyone! As an Amazon Associate I can earn from qualifying purchases – but I made this to benefit my clients more than myself. Use it for inspiration and ideas. The lists are not just for fall sessions but for all sessions so keep that in mind as well. Click the following link to check it out: ANP Style Guide Clothing Lists.

Fall Photography Sessions in Cleveland

What a joy it is to be a Cleveland lifestyle photographer during such a beautiful season! I just love capturing all the joy and fun in everyone I get to meet. I am currently serving clients in Cleveland and surrounding areas including Westlake, Bay Village, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, Avon, Avon Lake, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, and more. Whether you are looking for family, couples, maternity, senior, or branding sessions I would love to work with you! Fill out my contact form here: Contact Form.

Thank You For Reading This Fall Photography Style Guide!

Thank you so much for taking the time to read through this fall photography style guide! If you are looking for something else please know that I also offer newborn, branding, headshot, couples, maternity, and senior sessions year round. Check out these links: Cleveland Newborn Photographer, Cleveland Branding and Headshot Photographer, Cleveland Couples Photographer, Cleveland Senior Photographer, Cleveland Maternity Photographer. I would love to work with you!

Blog Circle

Before you go, please check out this awesome blog post sharing the cutest San Luis Obispo Family Photographer by my friend Rosa. Her blog is all about a location spotlight of the Madonna Inn. She shares high school senior sessions there as well as family!