My favorite thing about bonnets is that they can be the perfect starting point to style any outfit for any outing. Like this fall photoshoot with Lily, I knew I wanted to capture her first fall season before all the leaves were covered with snow & this outfit was the perfect color palette to complement her warm-toned scenery.
These are 5 things that I do with each outfit to create the perfect look:
1- Pick a Sweet As April bonnet that inspires you - it doesn't have to be a floral one like Lily has on, just something with colors that fit your baby's wardrobe
2- Pull out all the clothing you have that matches the colors in the bonnet - even if a color is CLOSE (Like with Lily's JuneBeeBaby sweater) add it to the pile.
3- Start building your outfit with lots of layers. Consider the weather, the location & the activity. For example, if Lily were walking & we were going to the playground I would probably opt to not put her in a long dress as that would impede her ability to play.
4- When building your outfit, make sure that like colors don't "touch" - so with Lily's outfit the shoes match the trim of the bonnet but they're far away from each other but they also match her top. The green tights & rust bloomers give your eye a break from that color as does layering the sweater on top
5- Make sure your baby is comfy. Nothing is worse than feeling icky in your clothes. I pick items that we wear daily, that can be layered so that if temperatures change we can layer them accordingly.
That's it! You can create some stunning outfits by using a bonnet as a starting point & just pulling the colors out of the design. You'd be surprised how many things you already own will pair perfectly with our bonnets, especially thrifted outfits! 90% of Lily's wardrobe is second hand & it's my favorite way to dress her.
