How to flatter all body types in photos | SPOKANE FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

1. Wear Sleeves.

   My first tip is no matter what you choose to wear, wear sleeves. I typically recommend dresses for mom, but this tip also applies to blouses and other tops. Sleeves are a great way to conceal curves you don't want to share. You can also choose an outfit with sleeves that have a lot of visual interest in stitching and shape. Visual interest will always create a flattering effect, because it distracts the eye from the body, to the outfit.

2. Angle towards the camera.

   White your photographer is the expert, I’m giving tips that also apply to causal photos. I almost always take photos of mom from an angle, because it is flattering. Angles are everything in photography. The best way to do this is to turn just so that you are at about a 45 degree angle to the camera, bonus points if you bend your knee closest to the camera, because it will create more angles in your body shape, which is flattering and makes you look more relaxed.

3. Dress in muted colors.

   Now, I’m not saying to avoid all colors at all, but choosing colors that are more muted is more flattering than loud, bright colors. Try a Sienna rather than Ruby red. Dusty blue, rather than Royal Blue. Bright colors and reflective (silky) fabrics will reflect more light and create more color casts and shadows, which means curves will stand out more. Mute the colors flatter all figures.

4. Avoid bold patterns.

   Bold patterns are always a no-go in family photos, but especially when you are trying to flatter your figure. I try to keep the focus of my photos on the people and personalities more than the outfits, which helps the flattering effect. Bold patterns draw the eye to the clothes more than anything, so your best bet is to avoid them entirely.

5. Wear a dress.

   I always recommend dresses for mom, because they create beautiful movement and are flattering and smoothing. A dress is also much more simple than trying to pair tops and bottoms. Short dresses that are not too tight are wonderful, full length semi casual dresses are my favorite. Pay attention to the overall visual effect of the dress you pick and ask your photographer if you’re unsure. We want you to feel so good in your outfits!