Introduction: You’ve booked your session, picked the perfect location, and now comes the most common question I get at Lovely Pictures Florida: “What should we wear?” The beach is a beautiful backdrop, but it comes with its own set of rules—wind, sand, and reflections of the bright Florida sun. To make sure you look as stunning as the scenery, here are my top five tips for choosing the perfect beach photoshoot outfits in Florida.
1. Say Yes to Soft Neutrals and Pastels
The ocean is a vibrant blue, and the sand is a bright white or tan. To complement this, avoid neon colors or heavy blacks. Instead, opt for:
- Cream, Tan, and White: For a timeless, “airy” look.
- Seafoam Green or Sky Blue: To lean into the coastal vibe.
- Mauve or Dusty Rose: These look incredible against a Florida sunset.
2. Move with the Wind
The Gulf and Atlantic coasts are almost always breezy. Use this to your advantage! Choose fabrics that flow, such as:
- Maxi dresses for women.
- Linen shirts for men.
- Flowing skirts for kids. Movement in your clothing adds a sense of “life” and candid energy to your portraits that stiff denim or tight clothes simply can’t match.
3. Coordinate, Don’t Match
The days of everyone wearing matching white T-shirts and jeans are over. For a modern look, choose a color palette and let everyone pick a different shade or texture within that family. For example, if your palette is “Sunset Tones,” one person can wear burnt orange, another soft yellow, and a third a neutral tan.
4. Skip the Shoes
Sand and high heels are a recipe for disaster (and discomfort!). For the most authentic Florida beach photos, I always recommend going barefoot. It looks natural and allows you to walk right into the surf for those fun, splashing shots. If you must wear shoes, stick to simple leather sandals.
5. Mind the Patterns
Small, busy patterns (like tiny checkers or thin stripes) can create a “moiré” effect in digital photos, making them look blurry or distorted. Stick to solid colors or large-scale floral prints for a cleaner, professional finish.
Conclusion: At the end of the day, the most important thing you can wear is your smile. When you feel comfortable in your clothes, it shows in the photos!