A DC summer session might mean heat and humidity, but with a little planning it can still be an incredibly fun and gorgeous experience. The key is simple: embrace the early morning hours, when temperatures are cooler, the light is soft and golden, and the city's streets and parks feel refreshingly quiet and all your own.

Pack a light, breezy outfit, stay hydrated, and lean into the lush, verdant beauty that only summer in DC can offer — full green trees lining the Mall, vibrant blooms throughout the city's many gardens, and a warm, glowy quality to the light that makes skin look absolutely luminous in photographs. A great photographer will keep the session moving, keep the energy light and fun, and have you laughing too hard to notice the heat — and the resulting images will be nothing short of stunning.

the details 

Washington DC

the venue 

Beverly + Armani