When it comes to Kauai family photos,
people often ask me what they should wear. The bottom line is this: wear what you look good in, and pick out something that matches your eyes. Comfort is not an issue, since you won’t be in the clothes for long. Also remember that if you are having your photos taken at a beach, you will most likely choose to be barefoot, so plan ahead with others in your party what will be (or more likely not be) on your feet.
What to Wear
If possible, dress similarly, as in the photo above, where the entire family is wearing similar but not exactly matching bluish shirts.
If possible, dress similarly, as in the photo above, where the entire family is wearing similar but not exactly matching bluish shirts.
Another great idea for group or couple photos is matching clothing, as in the photo above, where everyone is wearing white shirts … although often when traveling it’s just not practical. If you are trying to coordinate clothes there are a few ways to do it: either all the same, or all in sets.
What I mean by sets is that each family unit or couple (out of a larger extended family) dress similarly, as seen above where each family nucleus are dressed in the same color shirts.
Regardless of if you all match or not, chose something simple and plain, with no busy prints if at all possible, and no words written large enough to read! If you are interested in buying matching aloha wear (such as can be found at Hilo Hattie’s in Lihue or Macy’s in Lihue) go for the most identical Hawaiian prints you can, with as few colors as possible. Too many contrasting colors and patterns distract the eye from looking at you.
Hair
Let’s keep this simple: pull some or all of medium/long hair back neatly before you come to the photo shoot. This applies to all people whose hair is not really short!
One of the most common things people forget is that they chose to have their photos taken at the beach, which is always windy, and then forget to do anything about pulling their hair back. Most people find hair down very attractive, myself included. However I have a LOT of experience with this, and I can assure you that medium/long hair down never looks good on a windy beach … and all beaches have the potential to be windy here on Kauai.
Regardless of if you all match or not, chose something simple and plain, with no busy prints if at all possible, and no words written large enough to read! If you are interested in buying matching aloha wear (such as can be found at Hilo Hattie’s in Lihue or Macy’s in Lihue) go for the most identical Hawaiian prints you can, with as few colors as possible. Too many contrasting colors and patterns distract the eye from looking at you.
Hair
Let’s keep this simple: pull some or all of medium/long hair back neatly before you come to the photo shoot. This applies to all people whose hair is not really short!
One of the most common things people forget is that they chose to have their photos taken at the beach, which is always windy, and then forget to do anything about pulling their hair back. Most people find hair down very attractive, myself included. However I have a LOT of experience with this, and I can assure you that medium/long hair down never looks good on a windy beach … and all beaches have the potential to be windy here on Kauai.
Although this picture above is of a recent wedding, wind does not discern between family photos and wedding photos! If it’s not at least partially back, it WILL blow in your face, and we will have to take up your photo time moving the group around in circles trying to find an angle where it’s manageable, or we will have to have someone in the group hold your hair down! For more info, see this article on how to wear your hair.
Makeup
Makeup (or no makeup) can be as simple or complicated as you feel comfortable with. If you are not used to wearing makeup, you don’t want to put gobs of makeup on, or you’ll feel fake and the photos won’t be an authentic representation of you.
Of course if you’re interested, we can arrange to have your hair or makeup done professionally for you so that you feel really great about how you look (see photo above) … but that’s not necessary. Most people chose to do their own, and that’s fine.
Caitlin is here to help you book your photos, and she also happens to be a licensed cosmetologist. Here are a few simple tips she has to offer:
· Put on a little more makeup than usual. Photography can wash makeup out and what can be your normal everyday makeup can quickly appear as no makeup on film. Don't be afraid to do a few extra layers of mascara, a little more blush and of course a nice lip color.
· Always bring your lip color to retouch and some blotting paper to get rid of any oil or sweat.
The weather here is humid and damp from the salt spray, so keep that in mind when wanting to wear your hair down and curled. Unless you have a professional helping you get that look, you may end up with it down and frizzy. Something soft and up works well with the wind and humidity here if you are doing it by yourself.
If you’re interested in help looking fabulous for your photo shoot, please ask Caitlin! Being a cosmetologist here in Hawaii for over 6 years has given Caitlin the knowledge and experience to deal with the elements. The hair products and makeup she uses in her kit have passed the humidity, wind and sun test. Taking the stress off yourself to get ready for your gorgeous photos is something she would love to help you with!
Makeup
Makeup (or no makeup) can be as simple or complicated as you feel comfortable with. If you are not used to wearing makeup, you don’t want to put gobs of makeup on, or you’ll feel fake and the photos won’t be an authentic representation of you.
Of course if you’re interested, we can arrange to have your hair or makeup done professionally for you so that you feel really great about how you look (see photo above) … but that’s not necessary. Most people chose to do their own, and that’s fine.
Caitlin is here to help you book your photos, and she also happens to be a licensed cosmetologist. Here are a few simple tips she has to offer:
· Put on a little more makeup than usual. Photography can wash makeup out and what can be your normal everyday makeup can quickly appear as no makeup on film. Don't be afraid to do a few extra layers of mascara, a little more blush and of course a nice lip color.
· Always bring your lip color to retouch and some blotting paper to get rid of any oil or sweat.
The weather here is humid and damp from the salt spray, so keep that in mind when wanting to wear your hair down and curled. Unless you have a professional helping you get that look, you may end up with it down and frizzy. Something soft and up works well with the wind and humidity here if you are doing it by yourself.
If you’re interested in help looking fabulous for your photo shoot, please ask Caitlin! Being a cosmetologist here in Hawaii for over 6 years has given Caitlin the knowledge and experience to deal with the elements. The hair products and makeup she uses in her kit have passed the humidity, wind and sun test. Taking the stress off yourself to get ready for your gorgeous photos is something she would love to help you with!