Clothing - what to wear?
Your session allows for clothing changes so be creative. This is what most photographers suggest:
“Dressy” clothes
Casual and maybe a “cool” outfit
Sports uniforms or hobby clothes
Colors should be toned down
No bright colors
No prints (stripes/bold patterns)
No wording on front except for sport or hobby clothes
Suggested colors: denim, white, black, solid earth tones
Avoid sleeveless or very short sleeves |
Accessories
- sunglasses
- scarves
- hats
- shoes
- jackets
Props
- sports paraphernalia
- musical instruments
- book
- stuffed animal
- pets
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Hair & Makeup
No haircut/perm just before session. Give hair a chance to relax for a week or so.
Eye makeup: blended, no sharp color lines, no white above/below eyes, minimal eye liner, mascara neat & without clumps
Foundation blended at jaw line. Matte powder for shiny complexions.
Lipstick to enhance not draw attention.
Blemish coverup: stand 2 feet away from mirror, dab coverup makeup – if they are gone then they will be gone in photograph
Nails: clean, neutral in color (includes feet also)
Avoid tan lines |
