The Heirloom Blue

A soft, light and nostalgic take on Christmas, inspired by the charm of Delft blue, dusty blue velvet bows and delicate silver details. With soft whites, subtle greenery and playful vintage inspired elements for little ones, this set captures the wonder of childhood and the magic of Christmas through a timeless, whimsical lens.

Cradle & Capture · Christmas Minis 2026

What to Wear on the Heirloom Blue Set

No outfit stress, no guesswork. Here's exactly what works beautifully with this set. Screenshot it, send it to the family group, done.

Wear These

Soft, light and nostalgic tones inspired by Delft blue, silver details, subtle greenery and playful vintage Christmas styling.

Dusty & Powder Blue
Echoes the velvet bows and complements the Delft inspired details.
White, Off White & Ivory
Keeps portraits fresh and timeless. Pair white with blue or darker shades for contrast.
Navy & Midnight Blue
Adds depth and contrast while complementing the blue details.
Mustard & Muted Gold
A warm vintage accent that works beautifully with the wooden toys.
Chocolate & Rich Brown
Grounds the lighter palette and adds warmth to portraits.
Black
A classic option for a clean, modern contrast against the lighter set.
Muted Sage
A subtle, natural accent that complements the greenery.
Silver & Soft Metallics
Reflects the silver ornaments. Best used in subtle accessories and details.

Leave at Home

Colours and patterns that clash with the vintage palette or distract from your family's faces.

Neon & Fluorescent Colours
Too intense for the soft, nostalgic styling and can cast unwanted colour onto skin.
Bright & Saturated Colours
Avoid vivid shades that compete with the delicate blue and silver details.
Big Logos & Busy Patterns
Pull focus away from faces. Solid colours and subtle textures photograph best.
All Shades of Red
Red competes with the blue and silver palette. Leave bright red, burgundy and wine tones at home.
All Shades of Green
Skip forest, olive, emerald and bright green to keep the palette cohesive.

You don't need matching outfits. Choose two or three complementary colours, mix beautiful textures, and let your family be themselves.

Pricing & Packages

Individuals & Couples

30 Minutes
10 Retouched images
Up to 2 people
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50% Booking Fee

R850

Small Family

30 Minutes
25 Retouched images
Up to 4 people
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50% Booking Fee

R1250

Medium Family

30 minutes
30 Retouched images
Up to 6 People
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50% Booking Fee

R1500

Large Family

30 Minutes
40 Retouched Images
Up to 8 people
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50% Booking Fee

R2000