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Family matching outfits are a great way to twin with your loved ones at any event. They add to the excitement of getting clicked on special occasions due to the memorable style statement they make. However, if not designed keeping each individual in mind, matching family dresses may not look equally flattering on everybody.
In Part 1 of this blog series, we covered some basic design tips for chic matching family outfits. In this article, we will further go into the details of how to customize each element of the outfit for the wearer while adhering to the matching theme.
So, how do you ensure that each family member feels comfortable, confident, and stylish in the matching outfits? Our guide on designing flattering matching outfits for the whole family will help you out!
4 Tips To Make Your Whole Family Look Stylish In Matching Outfits
1. Choose Silhouettes, Necklines and Sleeve Styles As Per Each Member’s Body Type
Not every family member might be comfortable with the same fit, neckline or sleeves on their matching outfits. In fact, to make the matching clothes more flattering for everyone, you must customize the silhouette, necklines and other design elements as per the wearer’s body type. For example, a mermaid style lehenga skirt with a sleeveless blouse will flatter someone with a slim body, but someone with heavier hips and arms may prefer an A-line lehenga and elbow-length sleeves.
A skilled fashion designer can help you choose the most flattering silhouettes, sleeve styles and necklines for each family member while keeping the fabric and other design elements similar across the outfits. This way, the entire family can sport the matching outfits while looking their best and feeling comfortable too.
Here are some design ideas for inspiration
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2. Use Different Shades From A Colour Family To Suit Everyone’s Skin Tones
If you are going with a colour-based theme for your matching dresses, incorporating different shades of a colour might be a good idea. This way, each family member has the freedom to select a shade that goes best with their skin tone. Moreover, it adds a dimension and personality to the outfits and prevents them from looking like matching costumes.
As an example, for a pink-themed party, you can choose a lighter or pastel pink for those with a fairer skin tone and a deeper rose pink or reddish-pink for those with a duskier skin tone. This way, nobody’s skin tone will be washed out by the colour of their outfit, and everyone will look picture perfect!
Fashion has two purposes: comfort and love. Beauty comes when fashion succeeds
-Coco Chanel, French Fashion Designer
3. Choose Fabrics That Are Comfortable For Everyone, Including Kids
You may get too caught up with the design of the matching outfits to pay ample attention to the fabrics. However, this can be a rookie mistake! While selecting the fabric for the outfit, do keep comfort as the top priority, because people of different ages have to wear these clothes. Choose fabrics that are suitable for the weather and the time of the event. For example, cotton and chiffon are lightweight and breathable fabrics for summer. On the other hand, velvet and silk are heavier fabrics, more suitable for winter or evening events.
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Another crucial point to keep in mind when designing mom and child matching dresses is that the fabric should be kid-friendly. This means that the material should not scratch the skin or be uncomfortable for the child to wear throughout the event. So, avoid heavily embellished or embroidered materials that can scratch the skin. Also, choose softer fabrics like cotton and satin that are kid-friendly.
If you have already selected a fabric that feels a little rough, ask your designer to add a soft lining underneath so that your child can wear it without any discomfort.
Here are some outfit ideas to twin with your kids in ethnic wear
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4. Customize The Placement Of Prints or Embroidery To Suit Each Individual’s Style
It is highly likely that every family member has a unique style. While some may like to wear printed ensembles, others may prefer solid colours. How to design matching outfits for people with different styles? Clever placement of matching prints or embroidery is the answer! For those relatives who prefer simpler outfits, add the print or embroidery only at the sleeves, neckline, or in accessories like dupattas or turbans. For the other relatives who like patterns and prints, include them in the main body of the outfits, be it the lehenga skirt or a kurta. This way, all the outfits will complement each other and adhere to the theme while suiting everybody’s personal style.
Pro*Tips
from our designers
Fittings
The fit of the matching family outfits is as important as the design. Hence, make sure to bring along all the family members to the fittings so that all the outfits fit perfectly on the final day
Cohesiveness
Don’t forget to take reference photos at the fittings, to make sure that all the outfits look cohesive together as per the theme you had envisioned. Carry your shoes, jewellery and innerwear to the fittings to recreate the complete look before the event
Accessories
If you are designing family matching outfits for a grand event like a wedding, don’t forget matching accessories! Our designers can customize matching potlis, turbans, and headbands for the children to complement your matching outfits
How To Select The Most Flattering Styles When Designing Matching Family Outfits?
The tips in this 2-part blog series covered all the things you need to keep in mind when designing stylish matching family outfits (Read Part-1 here). However, selecting everything from fabrics to silhouettes to necklines for multiple matching outfits can still be a daunting task. To take the load off your shoulders, it is best to consult a fashion designer who can assist you in making the right choices. At Lavender, The Boutique, we have a skilled team of designers who have years of experience in creating matching family outfits. They can help you in selecting the most flattering outfit styles for each family member, be it for a wedding, birthday party, or maternity shoot.
So, just come to us with your theme for the matching family outfits, and we can do the heavy lifting for you. Contact us today to make heads turn with matching family dresses at the next event on your calendar!
