If 2020 taught us anything about fashion, it’s that comfort is king. Hello, wide leg pants and floaty maxi dresses! I hope you find this guide helpful for what to wear during your spring session.
![Parents and son wearing blue smiling in front of Folsom Lake](https://jillcarmel.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Folsom-Lake-Family-Session_7-800x572.jpg)
NEUTRALS: Creams, whites, blacks, grays – these never go out of style. Choose three main colors that are cohesive. Coordinate, but don’t match.
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KEEP IT COMFY: Wide leg pants are comfy and a chic silhouette for this year. Think about balance between your upper and lower half. If you have wide leg pants or a flowy skirt, choose a fitted top.
![Outfit from Sisu Sacramento](https://jillcarmel.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-06-at-1.46.38-PM-800x1003.png)
Zig zag check pants from Sisu.
STRIPES AND FLORALS: Don’t forget to have at least one solid for every pattern or print that someone wears.
![Mom and daughter hugging and smiling at camera Sacramento](https://jillcarmel.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Indie-Senior-Session-in-the-Wildflowers_9-800x572.jpg)
![Jumper outfits from Cuffs Sacramento](https://jillcarmel.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-06-at-1.45.19-PM-800x997.png)
Striped dress and olive jumper from Cuffs in Sacramento.
BE YOURSELF: The best style tip of all!
![Mom and dad kiss while daughter and dogs look directly at camera while sitting on outdoor deck in Mendocino park](https://jillcarmel.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Mendocino-Family-Lifestyle-Session_11-800x572.jpg)
Visit our Pinterest page for more outfit inspiration. And don’t forget to shop small!