Buying guide
For holiday family photos, choose double-layer muslin cotton pieces like a dress, a matching set, a skirt or a shirt in soft, coordinating colors. Muslin's loose weave keeps kids comfortable through long sessions, and since it's pre-washed and sewn with flat seams, it already feels relaxed and moves naturally in photos.
By Vanessa & Bob, Epic in Bali · Updated 5 October 2026
Holiday photos usually mean outfit changes, waiting around, and kids who would rather be anywhere else, so comfort matters as much as how everyone looks together. Muslin cotton works well for this because it's soft from the first wear and moves with kids instead of fighting them. Here is what matters most when picking pieces for a photo day.
A matching set is the easiest way to coordinate siblings or a parent-child look without overthinking it.
This dress has the kind of movement that works well in outdoor or natural-light photos.
Pairs well with a plain top if you want a little texture without too much pattern in the frame.
A simple shirt option for boys or for layering, with flat seams that won't bother a child who has to sit still.
Yes. Muslin has a loose, breathable weave that softens with every wash, so it moves with kids instead of restricting them during a long session.
Wash cold on a gentle cycle, skip the fabric softener, and tumble dry low or hang to dry. A few creases are normal and part of how the fabric looks.