As the temperature heats up, our moods get a little better, our skin gets a little tanner, our smiles a little brighter and we want to be outside! What better time for photos? 🙂
With the warmer season upon us, clients are wondering what to wear to a photo session? I have created, with the help of Galler.ee, a few outfits inspired by the 2014 Pantone Fashion Color Report! Feel free to pin your favourite combinations!
1. Violet Tulip + Placid Blue
Casual and beachy! The combination of Violet Tulip and Placid Blue look stunning together. Calm, quiet, and breezy, these cool colors are perfect set against warmtone backgrounds such as sand, wood, and sunsets. Wonderful for all skin tones and hair colors.
2. Paloma Grey + Freesia Yellow + Cayenne
Paloma Grey, Freesia Yellow, and Cayenne combine to make a bold statement sure to make everyone crave icy lemonade. This citrus inspired summer look will make for dazzling portraits that pop even in the brightest of sunlight. The large amount of grey in each outfit keeps the red and yellow tones from being too overwhelming.
3. Radiant Orchid + Dazzling Blue
Radiant Orchid is the 2014 Pantone color of the Year and it’s gorgeous! These two darker shades are strong yet complement each other. Don’t be afraid to get creative with rich, strong hues, as long as you have plenty of white and neutrals to balance it out! This purple perfection is a wonderful look for urban environments and floral settings. Tip: If the guys plaid shirt has hints of a secondary color, use that in the ladies clothing or accessories to further blend the outfit.
4. Cayenne
Ah, Cayenne a color nearly as dizzying as the summer heat! This rich red hue is not for the faint of heart, stealing the attention wherever you go and adding an explosive pop of color to your images. Recommended for urban environments, set against neutral palettes of stone, metal, and industrial areas. Cayenne is also a great accent color for photoshoots taken at carnivals, amusement parks, and boardwalks.
5. Hemlock Green + Paloma Grey
The subtle tones of Hemlock Green and Paloma Grey intermingle in these dapper vintage inspired outfits. A perfect fit for classy white beaches, cute main street downtown areas, outdoor cafes, and farmer’s markets. Accessorize with whites and creams to complete the look. A nostalgic color combination that blends softly with the surrounding area.6. Dazzling Blue + Freesia Yellow
The unbeatable combination of Dazzling Blue and Freesia Yellow is bright, cheerful, and fantastically photogenic. Let strong blue tones constitute the majority of the outfits while accessorizing with deliciously cheerful pops of yellow. A perfect look for almost any setting. Your photos will be colorful, summery, and bold! 7. Sand + Placid Blue + Hemlock Green
Create a look of serenity and unity by combining Sand, Placid Blue, and Hemlock Green. These colors will really shine during golden hour lighting, and look fantastic on just about anyone. Simple, casual pieces create an outfit that’s easy to put together and looks great in front of the lens. Try keeping the lines in your clothing as simple as possible to make your faces the star of the show! 8. Celosia Orange + Placid Blue
Celosia Orange and Placid Blue combine for a colorful, casual appeal. With a single article of clothing sporting one of these strong hues, little more is needed to complete the outfit. A long skirt for the ladies and a breezy button-up for the guys is comfortable and flattering, helping you relax into your best looks for the camera.
I hope you enjoyed that! As you could probably tell, it is always important to balance your colourful pieces of clothing with neutral clothes as well. Select a couple of your favourite colourful pieces and then build from there. Here are all the outfits together with their colours:
For more What to Wear inspiration, check out my pinterest board HERE. If you liked this post, let me know below in the comment section or on facebook, pinterest, twitter, etc. and I will be sure to make more “What to Wear” blog posts in the future! Thanks! Love, Marie