The fastest way to instantly add value to your couple’s photo session experience is by making it stress free, simple and clear.

With The Photo Session Style Guide, you’ll provide clarity, support your couple’s self expression, and elevate your brand. An all in one easy-to-use resource.

For couples photographers who value their time, don't already have a style guide, and want to deliver a truly stress free experience, The Photo Session Style Guide has been a no-brainer.

Your download contains:

• Zip Folder "Photo Session Style Guide Files" with 4 files

• 10 page .pdf Your Photo Session Style Guide.PDF (Cover shown)

• 4 page .pdf "Photo Session Styling Notes"

• 4 page .pdf "Edit The Style Guide - Important Instructions" 

• Photo Session Style Guide MARKDOWN TEMPLATE.md (compatible with all major Markdown editors)

As a couples photographer, you know the client experience is everything. But how often are you caught in an endless loop of back-and-forth Pinterest boards, vague retailer suggestions, and last-minute wardrobe questions? Helping the couples you photograph choose what to wear feels like a small detail. But that's what the best photographers notice, right? The small details? And sending loose inspiration screen shots just isn’t cutting it anymore.

Couples easily get overwhelmed by planning outfits for big events that they will be seen at. Couples also know they will be seen in the photos by all their friends and family. That makes your photo session a very big event they will be seen at. And, you’re missing out on a simple way to get couples at ease and set yourself apart as the kind of photographer who delivers a polished experience.

Curating inspiration takes forever, and you don’t have time to create professional resources from scratch. But now you have access to The Photo Session Style Guide. This is a done-for-you + do-it-yourself resource that instantly adds value to the way you handle wardrobe styling, giving you and your couples clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. For very little effort on your part, you’ll offer an experience that feels effortless, professional, and truly helpful—while saving hours of writing, editing, and curating.

What You’ll Get:

Comprehensive Styling Advice: From outfit tips for both her and him to color palette advice and accessory guidance, this guide covers it all. Couples will feel supported, confident, and prepared. No matter their personal style.

Endless Style Inspiration: Over 60 inspiration photos showcasing a diverse range of over 20 couples, giving your couples tangible and approachable ideas to express their natural vibes and personal interests. With 11 different fully interactive retailer recommendations, spanning across a beautifully crafted, professional, ready to use, interactive 10 page style guide.

Guided Notes for Organization: Includes a separate 4 page guided photoshoot styling document for planning 2 outfits for 2 people. Making it effortless for you and the couples you photograph to stay organized and stress-free while you plan outfits. No more scrambling or guesswork—everything is clear and streamlined.

Instant Implementation: Download it today, send it to your next couple you are photographing, and start adding value to your client experience immediately. This is a template meant for you to edit and make your own. However, it’s ready for you to implement with no James Young Photography branding. Just add yours! Use what has already helped hundreds of other couples.

Easily Adapts to your Current Workflow: Don't offer an outfit change on your photo sessions? No problem! Also included is a template version of the document you can easily edit in your favorite Markdown editor.

Why This Guide Works:

Elevates Your Brand: Providing this guide instantly positions you as a polished, professional photographer who’s thought of everything. It’s a simple way to add a touch of luxurious effort to your client experience. By positioning your brand as the knowledge expert and helpful guide, you instantly add value to your client's experience.

Saves You Hours: Writing a guide like this from scratch? It takes hours of effort. With this resource, you skip the line and jump straight into delivering value. This is beautiful, 10 page document of HUMAN written content that has already helped hundreds of other people pick find their styling. 

Improves Client Confidence: Styled couples are happy couples. Over 80% of my couples take the guide and plan all their styling themselves! We have a session planning phone call to confirm their notes, and we're done! This answers almost every question for couples photography. When people know exactly what to wear, they arrive feeling confident, and that confidence translates into authentic, beautiful photographs.

Reduces Stress for Everyone: Clear, organized, and foolproof. Clients feel supported, and you can focus on what you do best—creating beautiful artwork.

*Note - This is a one time purchase for a digital product that is an investment for couples photographers. You will be emailed access to download your purchase immediately. No refunds. You may not re-sell any part of this download.