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what to wear wednesday

admin — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:58:57 +0000

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I haven’t put up one of these for awhile, so I thought it was about time! That and I’ve been asked multiple times when I am going to add more.So here is a great ensemble for fall!! I am looking forward to hot cocoa and flannel pj’s myself and really wish we had more of a “fall” here in So Cal. I’ll just have to pretend!

Hope you all have an amazing end to your week!

xoxo,

Kristin

what to wear wednesday

admin — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:17:58 +0000

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Happy Wednesday! It’s my 9 year anniversary today with my amazing husband and we are going out tonight. Yay!!!

Up for today is another friendly installment of What to Wear! I know it can be super hard to put a color scheme together, but it really makes the pictures pop if you do more than just white! And how cute is this ensemble!! Perfect for an urban session or even the beach!

urban sisters by llyons28 featuring GAP

Images used with permission from Gap.

xoxo,

Kristin

what to wear for family pictures

admin — Thu, 27 May 2010 22:59:40 +0000

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Another friendly installment of what to wear for family pictures, summer-style!Just some ideas for how to put colors and outfits together!! Happy Thursday!

san diego family photographer | model me monday

admin — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:08:37 +0000

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Like how I just come up with a random name? I hate waiting for a certain day to post these and just want to post them when I want to! So here is another installment of What To Wear for Family Pictures. Spring time is here and we need some clothing choices for spring pictures!!!!

you are what you wear wednesday

admin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 22:07:38 +0000

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You are what you wear.

A little cliché? Perhaps. But when it comes to portrait photography, clothing plays a huge role in the success of the finished product.

Before we get going – let’s be clear what you’re clothing does NOT need to be:

1. Brand New
I’m down with your favorite ripped jeans, retro band T’s, and worn converse shoes – as long as you know how to rock them in your own fabulous style.
2. Fancy-Schmancy and Uber-Expensive
Unless it’s your thing (If it’s really your thing, then by all means baby, bring on the bling). If you’re not normally a dress-up kind of person, don’t feel like you have to be one for your session.
3. Matching
No need to focus on matching everything from the color of your fuchsia headbands to the stripes in your socks. In fact, I beg of you, please, please don’t. If you’re heart is set on everyone in white button downs and khaki pants, I’m probably not your girl.
4. Stressful
No need to worry about each and every item, or fret about the suitability of each accessory. This is supposed to be fun. If you’re unsure – call me, and together, we’ll make sure you look fabulous. I promise.

I want you to be happy, thrilled, over the moon about your images, and I know that this is much more likely if we take the time and work together to help you choose clothing that fits these few simple rules:

Feels Good.
During your shoot you could be sitting in a pile on the grass having a tickle battle, rolling down a hill with your fiancé, throwing your kiddos in the air or climbing a tree. Wear clothing that lets you do all that (and more) comfortably.

As for the kids? Well…uncomfortable kids have a tendency to look…uncomfortable, and are often cranky to boot. Happy kids make for happy pictures.

Bottom Line: Don’t choose outfits that make any of you feel constrained, stiff, itchy, scratchy, like you’re dressed up for Halloween, or that leave you with a nagging worry that a button might pop if you bend the wrong way. Trust me.

Looks Good.
This can be tricky, looking good is totally subjective – right? If you’re not a Carrie Bradshaw fashionista in real life, you might want to pull in some extra help from a straight-talking friend or your trusty photographer (that would be me) who knows about such things and has plans in place to help.

Sometimes last year’s of-the-moment dress has already become hopelessly untrendy. Sometimes the current fashions just don’t look or feel like you. Sometimes outfits that look good in the mirror might not be ideally suited for photography. If you’re really looking for extra help, I can put you in touch with some incredible folks who make people look good for a living.

Bottom Line: If you don’t feel fabulous-fierce-take-on-the-world gorgeous in your outfit, you’re not going to love, love, love the end result – and I’m all about you love, love, loving the end result.

Makes Sense.
Here’s where we pull it all together. It’s not just enough that everyone look good and feel good – you’ve gotta look and feel good together AND the outfits should fit with your location and the desired mood for your portraits.

Glup. That seems like a lot, doesn’t it? (quick – revisit #4 in the top list, and remember, don’t stress).

Before you even begin figuring out your wardrobe, we’ll have an in depth consultation to narrow down what you really want for your pictures, choose the perfect location and make sure you have an understanding about how that all comes together in the finished photograph. I’m with you every step of the way.

Bottom Line: It’s easier than it seems.Think twice about having Emma in a lace prom dress if you can’t get Tommy out of his spider man cape and favorite Star Wars pajama top. If we’re going to be running around in a park, you’ll likely not decide to wear your starched Sunday best. Hate the way stripes and plaids look together but Dad has his favorite stripped polo ready to go? Best steer mom away from her beloved family tartan. Easy-Peasy. [unless Mom is really attached to that tartan, but we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it).

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If you’re still not certain, and you can’t decide between the yellow wrap dress with your red heels or your dark skinny jeans and purple belted shirt – I’ve got good news. You don’t have to decide. Bring lots of options. Heck – throw your whole wardrobe into the back of the car. When we get to the session we’ll wing it all with fabulous results. Trust me.

Now take a deep breath. Close your eyes. Imagine how blow-everyone-away-fabulous-ready-for-America’s-Next-Top-Model you’re all going to look in those pictures….

Can you see it yet? I totally can. You look INCREDIBLE!

I can’t wait for your session.

(used with permission from the amazing Phoenix photographer Jeanette LeBlanc)

what to wear wednesday

admin — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 23:32:06 +0000

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I’m still doing these once in awhile!This one is for the urban family! It helps to see how to tie things all together.

what to wear wednesday | san diego photographer

admin — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:47:36 +0000

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Another friendly installment of what to wear for family pictures.All of these looks can be found from Old Navy. Booyah! Love Old Navy.

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xoxo
Kristin

san diego photographer | fashion friday

admin — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:41:06 +0000

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I’ve missed a week of this, but I have a fabulous new what to wear guide to make up for it! Hope you all have a fantastic weekend!!!!

san diego photographer | fashion friday

admin — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:14:33 +0000

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Coming to ya with another installment of what to wear for family photo sessions!!!!! I love, love, love the layered look and the red just pops with black for a great holiday look. Hope this helps!!!!! Have a fantabulous weekend!!

Also stay tuned for a sneak peek of some adorable preschoolers next week! I wish I could put them all on my blog!