Color Palette Guide
Dress for the Photos You Want
What you wear has a bigger impact on your photos than most people realize. Color, texture, and fit all play a role in how the final images look and feel. This guide is designed to help you choose outfits that complement each other, flatter your skin tone, and create photos you'll love for years to come. Browse the palettes below for inspiration — and when in doubt, reach out before your session!
Timeless Neutrals
Creams · Taupes · Warm Whites · Soft Browns
Neutral tones are a photographer's best friend. Creams, taupes, warm whites, and soft browns work beautifully in nearly any setting — golden hour fields, wooded paths, or studio sessions. These colors keep the focus on your faces and emotions, and they never go out of style. Think linen, knit sweaters, flowy dresses, and relaxed button-ups.
Denim & Cream
Denim · Cream · Ivory · Warm White
Relaxed, real, and rooted in warmth — this palette is perfect for families who love a casual, authentic look. Denim, cream, and ivory tones photograph beautifully in open fields, golden hour light, and rustic outdoor settings. Mix textures and keep tones soft and coordinated for a look that feels effortless and timeless.
Butter Yellow · Cream · Ivory · Soft White
Butter Yellow · Cream · Ivory · Soft White
Butter & Stone
Butter & Stone
Refined, romantic, and effortlessly elegant... this palette is built around the quiet warmth of butter yellow and cream. Soft, warm neutrals photograph beautifully in architectural settings, against stone, brick, or classic columns. Think flowy pieces in butter, cream, or ivory tones that complement each other without matching exactly. This palette is perfect for couples who want a timeless, luminous look that feels natural and luxurious.
Not Sure Which Palette Is Right for You?
That's what I'm here for! Reach out before your session and we'll talk through your wardrobe ideas together. I want your photos to feel like you — and the right colors make all the difference. Book your session and mention the palette you love most.