What to Wear for a Beach Mini Session at the Dunes
Planning a beach mini session in Ponte Vedra? The dunes are one of my favorite backdrops . The soft sand, gentle sea grass, and that golden evening light that wraps everything in warmth. Choosing the right outfits helps your photos feel effortless, cohesive, and full of life.
Here’s how to style your family so your images reflect the calm, natural beauty of this coastal setting.
1. Choose Colors That Compliment the Beach
The dunes in Ponte Vedra Beach and Nocatee are filled with soft beige tones, muted greens, and pale ocean blues. Those same hues work beautifully in photos.
Opt for:
Warm neutrals like sand, oatmeal, or cream
Muted blues and greens inspired by sea and sky
Soft pastels like blush or dusty lavender
Avoid bright whites (they can reflect too much light) and bold patterns that might distract from your family’s connection.
2. Add Texture, Not Clutter
The beach naturally creates movement and flow. Choose fabrics that catch the light and breeze such as linen, cotton, or gauze.
Moms: flowy dresses or skirts with subtle texture or tiny prints
Dads: lightweight button-ups or henleys in natural colors
Kids: soft knits, simple rompers, or pieces they can move in comfortably
Layering and texture add depth without feeling busy.
3. Coordinate, Don’t Match
Start with one outfit you love (usually mom’s) and pull colors from that piece for everyone else. You’re going for harmony, not identical outfits.
Example palette:
Mom: sage green or soft blue dress
Dad: tan or cream shirt with light pants
Kids: soft neutral or pale blue tones
The goal is to create a cohesive, natural palette that feels like your family — relaxed and connected.
4. Comfort Is Everything
Beach sessions mean wind, sand, and movement and that’s what makes them magical. Choose outfits you can play, snuggle, and walk in.
Barefoot always works beautifully here. Bring along a brush or comb for windblown hair and a light neutral blanket if you’d like to sit together in the sand.
5. Let the Setting Shine
The dunes don’t need much. No props or posing… just the light, the movement, and your family as you are. When you feel good in what you’re wearing, that comfort and confidence show in every image.
Every Teresa Geraghty Photography session includes access to my styling guide and client closet, so you’ll never have to guess what works best for this setting.
6. Ready to Book Your Beach Mini Session?
I offer Beach Dune Mini Sessions a few times each year in Ponte Vedra and Nocatee, timed around the prettiest evening light.
The next round of Beach Mini Sessions will be held on November 18th. These sessions are short, sweet, and perfect for families who want updated portraits in a relaxed coastal setting.
Spots are limited and typically book quickly — you can view details and reserve your session directly through my booking site below:
👉 Book Your Beach Mini Session Here
Whether it’s your first time in front of my camera or you’re a returning client, I can’t wait to create something that feels honest, connected, and true to this season of your family’s life.