Tulum beach photoshoot

Your Simple Tulum Photoshoot Guide

What to wear, how to pose, and how to feel confident in front of the camera.

A quick checklist for your Tulum photoshoot. No pressure — just clear guidance on outfits, accessories, and feeling relaxed with a photographer in Tulum.

1. What to Wear

Choose pieces that feel comfortable, flow with the wind, and match Tulum's soft, natural environment.

Tulum Color Palette

Colors that match the sand, greenery, and ocean photograph best.

Neutrals

White, cream, beige, light tan.

Soft pastels

Blush, nude, peach, sage, dusty blue.

Earth tones

Terracotta, olive, soft brown.

Long flowy white dress in Tulum
Soft pastel dress for Tulum beach photoshoot
Bikini with kimono styled for Tulum session

Silhouettes that work

  • • Long dresses that move with the wind
  • • Soft cotton or linen sets
  • • Wrap dresses or slip dresses
  • • Bikini or one-piece with a kimono or sarong

Soft fabrics

Cotton, linen, silk, or chiffon. Avoid stiff or thick materials.

Swimwear as an outfit

Choose a bikini in soft neutral or pastel colors. Layer with a kimono or sarong for an elevated look.

Soft bikini styled for Tulum beach
Bikini with light cover-up in Tulum
Bikini with soft kimono in Tulum

Feet

We shoot mostly barefoot. Bring simple flat sandals for walking between spots.

Comfort first

If you can't walk, sit, or breathe comfortably in it — skip it.

2. Accessories

A hat, simple jewelry, or sunglasses add variety without changing your outfit.

Straw hat for Tulum photoshoot
Minimal jewelry for Tulum beach photos
Sunglasses styled for Tulum shoot
  • • Straw or wide-brim hat
  • • Minimal gold jewelry — thin necklaces, small hoops
  • • Cute bracelets or anklets
  • • Sunglasses for a few shots
  • • Soft scarf, kimono, or cover-up

3. How to Pose

You don't need to know how to pose — that's our job. Move slowly and stay relaxed.

Easy poses:

  • • Touch or play softly with your hair
  • • One hand on your hip, one relaxed
  • • Look over your shoulder toward the ocean
  • • Walk slowly toward or away from the camera
  • • Hold your dress so it moves with the wind
  • • Stand with one leg softly crossed in front

Even if it feels awkward in the moment, it often looks stunning in photos.

4. What to Bring

  • • Water (Tulum is hot)
  • • Sunglasses
  • • Lip gloss or touch-up makeup
  • • Hairbrush or small comb
  • • Hat or scarf
  • • Clean, simple manicure recommended

5. Final Tips

  • • Arrive 5–10 minutes early
  • • Sunrise and sunset are the most flattering times
  • • Don't stress about posing — we guide you
  • • Keep outfits simple. Less is more in Tulum
  • • Barefoot or flat sandals always look more natural

Feeling nervous is normal. Just relax, breathe, and let us take care of everything.

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