What to Wear to a Golden Hour Portrait Session

When choosing what to wear for a golden hour portrait session, don’t forget to compliment your environment. Choosing clothing that compliments your environment enhances the look of your images. Finding colors that accentuate the location takes your portraits to a new level. Our brains are drawn to color schemes that work together!

Warm Glow of the Sun

When the sun is low on the horizon, it gives off a beautiful warm glowing color.

The warm glow of the sun is best paired with complementary warm tones such as navy blue, cream, mustard, olive green, burnt orange, and blush pink.

This would be the time to steer clear of bright colors! Bright colors and golden hour would clash in a way that would not be fun.

Some great options include soft and subtle or complimentary.

Soft and Subtle Colors

If you like soft and subtle, stick with neutrals such as cream. The cream family provides a soft yet pleasing color palette.

Complimentary Colors

If you like complimentary colors and flare, add some muted blues, muted yellows, and a pop of muted red.

Most Important Rule

At the end of the day, the most important rule is to be yourself, look your best, and have fun!