One of the big items on our fall to-do list is getting new family photos taken for our holiday cards. And if you get only one chance to get a great family photo for the whole year, finding the perfect holiday card outfits is key—and maybe even a little stressful. You want a timeless look, but something that feels authentic to you and your family’s style.
When it comes to selecting the best coordinating outfits for your crew, we’re here to help take the stress out of choosing what to wear for your photo session. Below, we’ve curated six themed outfit styles and linked shoppable pieces for the whole family. Plus, we’ve picked out matching card designs from editor-favorite brand Minted, and are giving you helpful tips for capturing the cutest photos.
Tips for Choosing Family Photo Outfits
While we’re narrowing down our shopping list for the best family photo outfits, we tapped New York-based family photographer Ana Gambuto for some advice on how a family should (or shouldn’t!) coordinate their holiday card looks. “I honestly don’t hate coordinating outfits, in a loose version—all choosing complimentary colors! [For example], everyone picks versions of gray and blue that basically just don’t fight with each other visually,” the pro photog told us.
She also told us that comfort is key, especially when it comes to the little ones. “The best tip for all ages is to wear something that fits well,” Gambuto noted. “[If not], you’ll be uncomfortable the whole time and that’ll show on your face. For kids, be sure bunching clothing won’t block their faces—ruffles are guilty offenders!” Gambuto also suggested that family members avoid wearing stark white if photos are being taken in bright sun and stay away from wearing overly bright-colored shirts to minimize the color cast on a subject’s face.
Pairing Family Photos with the Perfect Holiday Card
Choosing coordinated outfits is just the first step of creating the perfect holiday card. How do you plan in advance for the family’s looks to match the fabulous holiday card you’ve no doubt been eyeing on Minted for weeks? Not to worry, we’re here to help with that, too!
We took this stressful step out of the process and put together a few holiday card outfit ideas matched with the super-stylish Minted cards that go with them. And Minted is offering an exclusive coupon code to Everymom readers: use code TEGHOLIDAY at checkout to receive 20% off your first holiday cards purchase with Minted!
If you can’t find *the* card for you within our pairings, it’s easier than ever to get the right card for your photo using Minted’s Text Us Your Photo service. Just text your photo to CARDS (22737) and a design specialist will send you back five card options to go with it—how cool is that?!
Minted also makes the process of sending cards super easy with Minted’s app. All your cards come pre-addressed (a *free* service!), and you can store the addresses for the following year. After finding the right outfits and the right card, it’s time to create a coordinating holiday website with Minted to showcase more photos and family updates. Add a QR code to your cards to share everything your family’s been up to this year in an easy to access, fun, and modern way!
Family Photo Outfit Ideas and Matching Holiday Cards
Ready to find your holiday style and the luxe card to go with it? From cozy autumn hues and beachy vibes to a classic holiday color scheme, keep scrolling for some of our favorite family photo outfit ideas and the holiday cards from Minted to go with them.
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Cozy Fall
If you’re the type of family that schedules pumpkin picking for the first day of fall, this style is for you! This look includes tones of burnt orange, brick, and pumpkin, mixed with a little fall green for good measure.
Parents: dress (similar) | plus-size dress | boots (wide-calf option) | button-up shirt | shacket | pants
Kids: sweater | pants | dress | cardigan
Babies: top | pants | cozy set
Foil-Pressed Woodcut Frame by Ann Gardner
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Branching Out by Olivia Raufman
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Forest Grid by Wendy Chung
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Minimalist & Modern
If you’re all about feeling cozy and want a color scheme that’s modern yet timeless, choose shades of grays and beiges for an ultra-chic color palette.
Parents: dress | pumps | button-up shirt | pants
Kids: flannel shirt | pants | dress
Babies: sweater set | romper
Everyday Joy by Amy Kross
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Format by Bethan
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Stated by Phrosne Ras
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Earth Tones
Feel all the cozy vibes with a nature-inspired aesthetic for both your outfits and card style. In cozy knits, luxe leather (or faux-leather!), and flannels, this is the style for families that love to head to the outdoors the minute the weather dips.
Parents: sweater | leather pants | boots | flannel shirt | jeans
Kids: button-up shirt | sweater vest | jeans | sweater | checkered pants
Babies: sweater dress | tights | onesie | overalls
Botanical Holiday by Alicia Schultz
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Shapes by Brianne Larsen
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Modern Simplicity by Morgan Kendall
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Artsy & Contemporary
Prints make for a fun and very creative family photo. Let your kids get in on the fun and choose their favorite patterns to get them excited about the shoot and opt for painterly card styles that show off your artsy sides.
Parents: dress | heels | dress shirt | pants
Kids: turtleneck sweater | skirt | checkered sweater | pants
Babies: sweater set | striped shirt | overalls
Abstract Watercolor by Shannon Chen
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Joyous Calico by Carrie Moradi
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Painting by Sumak Studio
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Beachy
If autumn and winter are not your chosen seasons, go for a beachy and breezy holiday card look in light linens, floral prints, loose knits, and shades of blue. Even better, “take the photo over the summer!” professional photographer Gambuto suggested. “Feel the sheer joy of being THAT ahead of the game.” Choose a card that feels light and airy, too–sunny yellows, nautical stripes, and a little dose of humor can’t go wrong.
Parents: dress | heels | button-up shirt | khakis
Kids: linen henley | striped shorts | dress
Babies: ruffle onesie | overall onesie
Funky Type by Jackie Crawford
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Holiday Prep by Megan Davis
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Dashing Holiday by Louise Kay
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Classic Holiday
If festive and merry is your vibe as soon as the leaves start turning, this style is for you. Lean heavy into plaids, a little bit of shine, and deep greens and reds for a classic holiday look and card that never goes out of style.
Parents: sweater | slip skirt | heels | headband | flannel shirt | pants
Babies: sweater | romper | sweater set
Encircled by Paper Raven Co.
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Oh Fun by Pixel and Hank
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Stripe Frame by JeAnna Casper
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This post was in partnership with Minted but all of the opinions within are those of The Everymom editorial board. We only recommend products we genuinely love.
