Boys’ Spring Photoshoot Outfits

My favorite boys’ spring photoshoot outfits – affordable, classic, and nostalgic

I offer an extensive wardrobe to my clients for every session. It’s overflowing with beautiful pieces for women, babies, and children! The pieces I include are a mix of high-end and affordable items. While there is no substitute for, say, a gorgeous Doen dress for mom, it is very much possible to mix in affordable items if you know what to look for – especially when it comes to children’s clothing.

If you’re on the hunt for beautiful pieces for your client wardrobe or your own family session, here are a couple quick tips on how to find affordable pieces that photograph well:

• Look for natural fabrics, like cotton. Stay away from polyester, viscose/rayon, etc.
• Choose options with texture: linen, chunky knits, muslin, Swiss dot, gauze, quilted fabrics, and so on.
• Pay attention to the little details – this can be a giveaway as to whether something appears to be of high quality or not.
• If it looks like it came from Target, Old Navy, Kohls, etc. – skip it! These stores are absolutely fine for dressing our kids on a day to day basis. Kids grow so quickly and are really rough on clothes, and I don’t for a moment want anyone to think their children can’t wear basic affordable options. But when it comes to family photos, we’re working on an elevated look (whether it’s dressy or casual), and if it feels like a big box store, skip it!
• Watch out for shoes. Shoes can make or break an entire outfit! I always tell parents that if they don’t want to purchase new shoes, we can go barefoot for photos (location permitting, of course). Instead of the shoes that most children already own, I recommend Hunter boots, Saltwater Sandals, real leather cowboy boots, or other elevated options. Even a plain white leather sneaker can look great – but skip athletic shoes, Hey Dudes, flip flops, Crocs, etc.

And don’t forget that styling is hugely important – it’s not just about the items themselves! This is why there are so many popular videos on social media about wearing vs. styling: it makes a really big difference. When it comes to boys, there aren’t many rules for styling, but here are a couple important things to remember:

• Skip polo shirts. In some cases, a trendy sweater/knit polo could work great, but a classic polo rarely elevates a family’s wardrobe.
• Shorts should hit above the knee and never be baggy. I recommend smaller shorts for little boys, and they can easily be cuffed to above the knee. There are some exceptions to this, but in general, pants and shorts should both fit very well. I always point this out to parents because they are so used to purchasing clothing large for their kids to grow into.
• Oversized sweaters and tees are okay; button up shirts should not be large. An oversized collar that doesn’t fit a child well looks sloppy.
• Invest in a good haircut for your boys around two weeks before session time (if their style requires regular cuts). Many parents opt for a simple, single-length haircut for their boys because it’s easy and can be done by any adult at home. However, a haircut with more style makes a huge difference in photos – take the opportunity to have some fun and choose something more elevated!

Now, without further ado, here are some of my recent favorite finds for little boys’ spring photoshoot outfits! These options span the wide range of spring weather – whether it’s chilly or warm, you’ll find something darling here that works wonderfully.

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Baby Boy Photoshoot Outfits

My favorite boys’ spring photoshoot outfits – affordable, classic, and nostalgic

Older Boys’ Photoshoot Outfits

For toddlers through tweens, my go-to store is Zara. They have fantastic options for older boys who are past the cute one-piece stage. The options at Zara change often – unlike Amazon, where we can often purchase the same item for several years – so it’s not as easy to share my favorites because they’ll be gone so soon!

However, Zara does a fantastic job with styling their child models and pairing outfits together in the outfits section or in the recommended items that appear when you click on an item you like. You can definitely use their styling as reliable inspiration! They also recently added a collection called Timelesz that is full of pieces intended to look vintage and stand the test of time. It’s a fantastic collection!

Here are a few current favorite tops:

Many of these items of clothing would work no matter the season, as long as they’re appropriate for the temperatures. During spring, you can also consider pairing a long sleeved top with shorts, or layering a sweater under overalls but letting kids go barefoot. Spring is about balance, joy, and a fresh outlook after a long season of cold and dreariness. Enjoy your spring photos enormously, friends!

My favorite boys’ spring photoshoot outfits – affordable, classic, and nostalgic