Your clothes should let you sit, walk, reach and laugh without asking for attention.
Start with one strong color
Choose one color you already like wearing. Build the rest around it with quieter shades or one clear contrast. You do not need to match the background. One strong color gives the photo a clear focus.
Pick colors that go together
Lay every outfit on the floor before the session. Look at the group from a few steps away. If one piece takes over, remove it or let it become the only loud choice.
Bring a second layer
A jacket or a second layer gives us a new look without a full outfit change. Bring it loose. We may use it for only ten minutes.