Fall Family Photo Outfits

Choose two or three main colors, then use them differently in each outfit. One person might wear a patterned shirt while another picks a solid dress or sweater in a color from that pattern. Lay the outfits side by side before photo day to see how the group looks together.

Try navy, cream and brown for a simple starting palette, or pair olive and cream with a touch of burgundy. Consider the colors at your photo location before settling on the combination. Brown pants offer a neutral starting point when you want to include several different shirt colors.

Yes—try one main pattern first, then add a smaller-scale pattern that shares a color with it. Give the mix some balance with solid pieces, such as fall sweaters. You don't need a pattern in every outfit to make the group look connected.

Choose a dress in one of your shared colors, then repeat that shade in someone else's shirt or sweater. Browse women's casual dresses for a starting point. Keeping the overall level of dress similar helps different outfit styles look natural together.

Let kids choose between a couple of outfits that fit your shared color palette. Check each item's size chart and have them try on the complete outfit ahead of time. Their look can echo an adult's colors without repeating the same pattern.

Start with a favorite shirt or sweater, then choose pants in a coordinating neutral. Explore men's clothing for family photos to compare looks. If someone else is wearing a bold pattern, a solid top is a simple way to balance the group.