Trying to figure out what you want to wear on a photography session can be a daunting task. I hope some of the ideas below will help you out. You want the session to showcase your personality, however, you also want to be comfortable at the same time!
Compliment your skin tone
Look for a color which complements your skin tone. If you try to match your skin tone with the tones in your clothes, you may find there will be no contrast and you will blend in with your outfit. I would caution in wearing white as our eyes are drawn to the brightest part of a picture. We want you to be the one shining!
Coordinate the outfits and don’t match each other
I wouldn’t try to make everyone one match each other. I would try using complimentary colors to coordinate your outfits together. Some patterns are alright, however, I wouldn’t get too many patterns, logos, and crazy colors because it might make you all clash and distract from the photograph. Now if you are going for a themed shoot, that is totally different. Something some folks forget about is making sure you have matching socks with your outfit!
How layering helps with outfit changes
I’m often asked about outfit changes. I would recommend 2 to 3 looks max. I have found when you try to do too much in an hour or less session, the focus becomes the clothes and not you! Remember you are the star! One way to make the changes easier is by using layers, for example, you can accessorize with a vest, jacket, jewelry, or hat to make for more interesting photos. If you want to include a hat, I would wear it for the last shots so you don’t mess up your hair unless you want it for the whole shoot.
Choose comfortable clothing which looks great
I’m all about having a cute outfit, however, certain clothes might not be the best for a photography session. Keep in mind you may be kneeling, bending, or even laying on the ground to get a variety of poses. Clothing which is low cut, too short or too sheer can affect your photos.
Here are some extra tips to help you get ready for your session. Make sure your clothes are ironed. Please bring a towel to pat yourself with because it gets hot in Florida. We don’t want you to shine too much! If you plan on getting your hair trimmed and/or colored, it is best to do this a week or two before the session. Making sure your nails are ready is important as well! Gentlemen can usually get away with their cut closer to the photo session and don’t forget to take care of your nails as well! Spray tans should be done a couple of weeks before your session. Lastly, be careful of food choices before your session to prevent staining your teeth. No one wants blue teeth!
Not sure about your clothing choices for the photo session you booked with me? Send me pictures of what you want to wear and I’ll guide you through the process. I want you to have fun and the more we prepare beforehand the smoother the photo session will go! Remember if you are comfortable, it will show in your photos!