Cardigan Days
THEMED MINI SESSION | SOUTHSEA
There’s something about crisp air, soft layers and being wrapped up together that makes autumn feel a little more magical. Cardigan Days is a cosy outdoor family mini session designed to capture the warmth within the season: little hands tucked into yours, children bundled beneath blankets, windswept cuddles and all the quiet, in-between moments that feel most like home. With a softly styled setup of textured blankets and warm, natural details, these sessions are relaxed, playful and made for preserving your family exactly as you are in this chapter.
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The Session
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Up to 25–30 minutes at this fully styled set
Soft blankets, woven baskets and warm, autumnal props provided
All images from your shoot, professionally edited — typically 15–30, never fewer than 15
Private online gallery to view, download and share
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DATE
Saturday 22nd August 2026
LOCATION
West Wittering Beach, Chichester
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Usually within a week, though busy periods (Christmas, wedding season, etc.) can push this to up to two weeks.
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Think 1950s seaside holiday, not modern beachwear — striped or gingham fabrics, vintage-style swimsuits, sundresses, and straw hats work beautifully. Muted, sun-bleached tones photograph best; avoid bold logos or neon brights. Bare feet are encouraged. Feel free to bring your own beach blanket, a parasol, or a favourite bucket and spade for little ones — anything with a slightly old-fashioned charm will sit right at home in the set.
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Big jumpers, a stack of books, a blanket that's seen better days. This session is for the first genuinely cold morning of the year — the one where you finally admit summer's over and pull the good cardigan out. Slow, quiet, and a little cosy: an outdoor reading-nook mini session, made for cardigan weather.
What's Included
Up to 25–30 minutes at this fully styled set
Blankets, cushions and book-stack props provided
All images from your shoot, professionally edited — typically 15–30, never fewer than 15
Private online gallery to view, download and share
Turnaround usually within a week, up to two weeks during busy periods (Christmas, wedding season)
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Every love story needs a next chapter. Explore the portfolio to see how yours might look, or why not read some of our favourite love notes.
FAQs
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Mini sessions are shorter (25–30 minutes vs. up to 90), take place at one pre-styled location rather than somewhere of your choosing, and come with fewer edited images — but they're a lower-cost, lower-commitment way to get beautiful, professional photos, especially around a seasonal theme.
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Absolutely — the location and styling are set, but what you wear is entirely up to you. I'll usually send some outfit guidance once you've booked, so everyone coordinates nicely with the theme.
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Outdoor themes have a rain date or backup plan where possible — I'll be in touch the day before if the weather looks uncertain, and we'll either adjust the time slightly or move to the next available date.
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One slot covers one household. If you'd like a larger group — grandparents, extended family, several siblings and their families — get in touch and I'll see whether a longer, private slot can be arranged instead.
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Join the mailing list or follow along on Instagram — new dates are usually announced a few weeks before the session, and popular themes go quickly
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Mini sessions are held on selected dates with only a small number of appointments available. Fill in the form below to tell me which session you’d like to book, and I’ll be in touch with the remaining times and everything you need to secure your place.