The colors of the leaves, pumpkins and trees make a great back drop for picture taking; it's a great time to take holiday pictures. In this issue, I will share my holiday picture-taking experiences with my girls and husband.

Anyone who sends me a holiday picture will get a $25 certificate to be used on their next minimum purchase of $100 at WVK. (Offer expires December 15,, 2007).



Have you made your holiday picture appointment with your favorite photographer? If not, what about planning a date with your family for your holiday card? Our appointment with Michael Jurick Photography is at the end of October (cross your fingers-hopefully it will be beautiful)! Michael is a talented New York City photographer who knows all the hidden spots in Central Park.

We know that you will want your children to look their best for the photos, so, here are a few tips.


For outdoor pictures, you may want to coordinate their clothing with the Fall colors.

This 4 piece outfit by Confetti reminds me of the leaves changing colors.

It may be difficult to convince your son not to play around in dirt when he is outdoors, so dressing him in a casual look with great Autumn colors may be your best bet. This orange long sleeve top by Jean Bourget looks great under this red plaid button down shirt.


If you decide to take pictures inside and prefer a less casual approach, then you should look at these options.

This teal silk and velvet dress from Rooster NYC with swarovski-like crystal buttons is just elegant. If you celebrate Chanukah, it would be adorable to put a menorah in her hands. Maybe a mistletoe or an ornament if you celebrate Christmas.

For a traditional holiday picture, your daughter will look spectacular in this lovely red angora blend sweater from Jean Bourget.

To dress up your son's wardrobe with a classic look for holiday pictures, a vest shows great style. Not sure what I love more about this top, the argyles or the knitted vest. Either way, this ice blue vest by IKKS looks great over this collared shirt.

This by Jean Bourget, paired with almost any long sleeve top, will look great for your pictures.

I hope some of these tips were helpful. I can't wait to see all of your holiday photos. Don't forget, when you send a picture, you will receive a certificate for $25 off your next minimum order of $100.