Earthy. Elevated. Intentional.

Elemental Styling Guide

For Embodied Imagery

Welcome

Your presence is powerful and how you show up in this season deserves to be seen.

Whether you're celebrating motherhood, capturing your essence for your business, or simply documenting a moment that matters, this guide was created to take the guesswork out of “what should I wear?” and help you feel grounded, radiant, and fully expressed.

Below, you’ll find styling inspiration to support whatever chapter you're in, from flowing textures to earthy tones, soft layers to bold simplicity. My hope is that you feel beautiful, comfortable, and like yourself…whether you're in front of the camera for the first time or the fiftieth.

This isn’t about dressing up. It’s about dressing in.

Let it be fun. Let it be easeful.
You are the moodboard.
Now let’s dress the part.

With love,
Dru

  • Colorful topographical map showing mountain ranges, valleys, and rivers with shades of orange, tan, and blue.

    EARTH – Rooted, Grounded, Elemental

    Color Vibe: Browns, blacks, olives, forest green, rust

    Style Guide:

    Textured fabrics like linen, waffle knit, denim, wool

    Earth tones, layered neutrals, raw edges

    Think: long cardigans, boots, earthy accessories, rugged simplicity

    Jewelry: brass, wood, leather, stone

  • Snow-covered field with a single tree in the center, surrounded by snow-laden forest and distant mountains under a clear sky.

    AIR – Light, Clean, Minimal

    Color Vibe: White, ivory, beige, fog, sky blue, cool grey

    Style Guide:

    Flowy whites, tonal layering, breathable fabrics

    Crisp button-ups, draped scarves, wide-leg pants

    Think: soft linen sets, ivory cotton tops, neutral basics

    Jewelry: pearl, silver, moonstone, clean lines

  • Aerial view of a whirlpool in the ocean with surrounding white water and dark blue water.

    WATER – Fluid, Soft, Emotional

    Color Vibe: Teal, seafoam, navy, indigo, soft green

    Style Guide:

    Gauze, silk, soft knits, flowing skirts or robes

    Dresses with movement, waterfall cardigans

    Think: oceanic hues, soft rippling textures

    Jewelry: turquoise, aquamarine, shell, woven accents

  • Close-up of a sculpture resembling a curled ribbon or strip in shades of orange and brown against a beige background.

    FIRE – Bold, Magnetic, Expressive

    Color Vibe: Brick, rust, burnt orange, crimson, golden brown

    Style Guide:

    Layered silks, open jackets, textured warm tones

    Flowy skirts with a fitted top, earthy glam

    Think: sunset palettes, statement earrings, leather sandals

    Jewelry: gold, citrine, amber, copper

  • Beautiful sky at sunset with scattered clouds in soft pink and orange hues.

    ETHER – Cosmic, Soft, Dreamy

    Color Vibe: Lilac, cream, sage, pastel blush, silver, pastels

    Style Guide:

    Floaty fabrics, robes, slip dresses, gauze

    Dreamy layers, shimmer accents, celestial silhouettes

    Think: goddesswear, airy sleeves, barefoot softness

    Jewelry: opal, quartz, celestial motifs, veil textures

Brands To Explore

Table listing clothing brands and stores for women, men, and kids, including Zara, Doen, H&M, Target, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Gap, J.Crew, The Great, Topshop, Asos, Free People, Anthroplogie, Jen’s Pirate Booty, Perle Mer, CARAVANA, FARA Boutique, Spiritum Tulum, OZMA of California, Savannah Morrow, Dissh, Mango, Rylee & Cru, Quincy Mae, Go Gently Nation, Crew Kids, Banana Republic for kids.

Things to Consider When Styling

  • Start with colors that coordinate, not match. Vary tones within a palette.

  • Pick 1–2 main colors, then use neutrals or soft accents to fill in.

  • Earth tones and neutrals photograph beautifully in almost any setting.

  • Patterns are okay! Use subtle prints that echo your chosen palette.

  • Think about your environment: Is your backdrop neutral or colorful? Dress accordingly.

  • Home decor matters—choose tones that blend with your space if this is where you’re being photographed.

  • Textures are everything. Knits, wovens, gauze, denim, mixing them adds dimension.

  • Layering adds life. Cardigans, wraps, dusters, scarves = instant elevation.

  • Most importantly: Wear what makes you feel good.