Take a Cue from the Kardashian Christmas Card

The Kardashian Christmas card is online and, like all things Kardashian, received a mixed reception with some criticizing its lack of holiday cheer. In the photo, eleven members of the Kardashian family, from Lamar Odom to Baby Mason, posed along a staircase while wearing glamorous formal attire in hues of salmon, black and silver. Of course, scene-stealer Kim Kardashian stands out with her white gown. Combined with a bold backdrop of silver, black and white, the dramatic photo is not typical of holiday cards.

Although the photo could easily pass for the cast of a modern-day version of "Dynasty," it suits their fashionable family, leading Kim to say, "This might be my favorite of all our family Christmas cards!"

A closer look at the unconventional holiday photo shows some simple ways any family can enliven their otherwise ordinary holiday cards.

Be Flexible
It can be difficult to gather family members to pose for an annual Christmas photo. Be flexible and consider taking the card photo during other celebrations or vacations. Look through recent photos because you may already have the perfect picture.

Skip the Religious and Seasonal Icons
Yes, it is a Christmas card, but that does not mean the photo has to have a religious or winter theme--convey that sentiment inside the card. Plan the photo so that it can stand on its own instead of having a seasonal lifespan condemning it to a couple of week's on the mantle before getting packed away with the decorations and ornaments.

Keep It Simple
The Kardashian card focuses on the family, not special effects, backdrops or props. Keep it simple and let your family shine.

Highlight Personal Style
Hideous Christmas sweaters and ridiculous matching outfits are common choices for holiday cards, but the Kardashians wore a more dramatic assortment of attire. It represents them perfectly and lets each person display individual flair while still matching each other. To create a group photo with a sense of personality, avoid matching outfits. Opt for loosely coordinated outfits and let everyone wear different clothing within a certain style, such as casual, or color scheme, such as jewel tones or neutrals.

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"Whoa! See the Kardashians' Over the Top Christmas Card", OMG!.com