COORDINATE but DON'T MATCH...Here's what works best. First pick a color palette. Next choose one person to carry a pattern in their outfit (plaid shirt, striped dress, etc.). The rest of the group's clothing and accessories should then pull colors from the pattern and color palette while remaining more simple.
LAYERS and TEXTURES...These add great pops of color and character to the photo. Some great ways to layer are by adding a polo under a boy's plaid shirt, a denim jacket over a dress, a peacoat with matching shoes, or a puffy vest in the cooler months. Add texture by choosing clothing and accessories that have smocking, lace, embroidery, ruffles, hand knit items or crocheted items.
ACCESSORIES...Accessories also add great pops of color and complete an outfit. Just be careful and don't over do it. We want the viewer of your photo to notice YOU and not be distracted. Here are some suggestions: fun boots, scarf, knit hat, crocheted hair accessory, fun belt, gloves.