Clothing
  Suggestions
 
Outfits

We have been finding that many of are seniors are bringing too few outfits and only one style of clothes.  We encourage you to bring twice as many outfits as planned on and a range of styles from dress up to very casual =AD Long sleeved and nice looking/feeling fabrics photograph great.

 

Do Wear

  • Solid colors work best. If you have a patterned shirt, keep it low-key Jackets-jean jackets, khaki jackets, etc. photograph great
  • Black & Dark Colors tend to be more slimming
  • White is great for a high-key effect; but, it does tend to widen
Wear clothing you are comfortable in!
For extended portrait sessions, choose casual outfits, sportswear, letter jackets or formal attire. Choose clothing that suits your personal style.
Have fun!
Accessories: belts, ties, jackets, hats, necklaces, earring, sports equipment, props, etc.

Don't Wear

  • Plunging Necklines - this tends to be a distraction in portraits.
  • Sleeveless Shirts - arms tend to look larger than they really are.
  • Bold Patterns or Stripes - tend to widen and be a distraction.
  • Girls: Watch the length of your skirts. We can not pose you sitting
    • outside on the set if your skirt is too short!
  • Guys: We strongly recommend pants not shorts; they photograph better.
  • If you want to wear shorts please avoid bagginess and frayed edges.
  • Wrinkled clothing. Prepare your outfits the night before to allow enought
    • time to iron if needed.
  GLASSES: if you wear glasses, take the lenses out or borrow a pair of lenless frames. Lenses not only create glare, but can distort the shape of your eyes and face.

 
Make-up & Hair
 
Do
  • Check for chipped nail polish
  • Tan Lines
  • Appropriate undergarments
  • Well groomed eyebrows
  • Accent your lips and eyes a little more than you normally would.
  • Bring hairspray, loose powder, lipstick, etc, for quick touch-ups during
  • Outfit changes.
  • Arrange your hair in your favorite style; use spray to keep it in place.
  • Also, use spray to get rid of unwanted fly-aways.
  • Have your hair cut or colored and your eyebrows waxed ONE WEEK
    PRIOR to your session.
Don't
  • Try a new look
  • White eyeliner is distracting in the camera. Also too much eyeliner will make your eyes smaller and dark.
  • No frosted or high-shine lip gloss