Family photos are a tradition that never go out of style. Whether you’re planning a session for fall, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or simply to capture your family in this season of life, the outfits you choose can set the tone for timeless memories.
Ruth and Ralph makes it easy to dress your children in styles that coordinate beautifully, thanks to our sibling matching collections. Below, we’re sharing outfit inspiration for family photos along with helpful tips and a list of dos and don’ts to make your photo session stress-free and successful.
Sibling Matching Made Simple
One of the sweetest parts of family photos is seeing siblings in coordinating outfits. Ruth and Ralph offers collections that let you choose matching or complementary looks across different ages, from babies to older kids.
Fall Family Photos
Think warm tones and cozy textures. A smocked dress for your daughter paired with a jonjon for your son creates an effortless seasonal look. Add neutral knits for balance.
Girl Options
- Mini Tan Floral Smocked Sadie Dress
- Smocked Pumpkins Helen Dress
- Smocked Woodland Animals Dress
Boy Options
- Smocked Pumpkin T-shirt and Short Set
- Smocked Woodland Animals Jonjon
- Smocked Woodland Animals T-shirt and Short Set
- Blue Gingham Shirt and Short Set
Baby and Toddler Options
- Mini Tan Floral Smocked Emmie Bubble
- Smocked Pumpkins Birdie Bubble
- Smocked Woodlands Animals Bubble
Thanksgiving Outfits
For a classic harvest vibe, dress siblings in autumnal hues—gold, cranberry, olive, and brown. A smocked dress with turkey embroidery for your little girl and a matching shirt and short set for your son is a perfect combination for photos.
Girl Options
Boy Options
- Smocked Turkey T-shirt and Short Set
- Smocked Wheat Stripe Shirt and Short Set
Baby and Toddler Options
- Smocked Turkey Bubble for Boys
- Smocked Turkey Bubble for Girls
- Wheat Stripe Bubble for Girls
Christmas and Winter Holiday Outfits
Traditional holiday colors shine here. Girls look timeless in red or green smocked dresses, while boys pair perfectly in coordinating longalls with a peter pan collared shirt.
Girl Options
- Smocked Christmas Geese Dress
Boy Options
- Smocked Christmas Geese Shirt and Pants Set
- Smocked Christmas Geese Longall
- Smocked Cowboy Santa Longall
- Festive Red Shirt and Pants Set
- Red and White Stripes Sweater
Baby and Toddler Options
- Blue Velvet bubble for girls
- Smocked Christmas Geese bubble for girls
- Smocked Christmas Geese bubble for boys
Tips for Family Photos
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Plan Ahead: Lay out outfits a week in advance and make sure everything is clean, steamed, and ready to go.
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Keep Comfort in Mind: If kids are uncomfortable, it will show in the photos. Ruth and Ralph’s soft fabrics and easy fits make sure they look good and feel good.
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Think About Location: Outdoors in fall? Opt for warm tones. By a Christmas tree? Go festive. Neutral studio? Pastels or whites shine.
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Bring Props or Layers: A cozy quilt, a bow, or a knit cardigan can add depth and variety without changing full outfits.
Make It Memorable
Family photos are a gift that keeps giving, shared on holiday cards, framed on walls, and cherished for years to come. With Ruth and Ralph’s sibling matching outfits, you can easily create polished, coordinated looks for every season and holiday. Whether you’re dressing your children for fall leaves, Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas morning, or simply for everyday keepsakes, we’ve got you covered.