What to Wear
One of the key things that I like to discuss with clients is what to wear for a photo session. The answers can change based on the objective of the session. Let’s look at some possibilities.
Portraits of one person or a person with their pet can be easier because we don’t have to worry about coordinating with anyone else. The things we will want to think about is what kind if image you want to portray. We might choose something glamorous, something suited for business, whether a suit or business casual, or a more relaxed weekend look. One of the services I offer is helping you choose your outfits for our session.
This family chose an elegant look for this photography, but also had images taken in more casual outfits during the same session.
Black, while one of my favorites, is not always the best choice for images. Consider what colors look best with your skin tone. What are you wearing when you get the most compliments? What are your favorite colors? If you want wall art, what color clothing would go best with the decor of the room where the portrait will be hung? These are all important to consider. Clothing that fits the lines of the bodybut is not tight looks best on ever body, even if you are not slim, so choose something that isn’t too loose (at least on the upper half of your body) or too tight. I will be posing you to find the most flattering angles, so choose clothes that flatter your shape. I recommend talking to me about the possible outfits you might want to bring in advance of the session. By the way, a photo session is an excellent excuse to buy a new outfit or suit!
If you are being photographed with other people, then we need to make sure the outfits coordinate well. We do not want everyone dressed the exact same, normally, but we do want the colors to be pleasing to the eye when viewed together. Again, I am happy to help.
There are some fabrics that do not look good in photographs. Small stripes or some plaids can get a moiré pattern (like the pattern of wood) when photographed. Small checks can be problematic as well. Very shiny fabric can reflect so much light that it appears white and some blacks, like velvet, can be so black that they lose texture in the images. Solids or soft consistent patterns are usually safe choices. It is usually a good idea to avoid logos or large images (frequently found on children’s clothing) because they distract from the subject of the image.
I look forward to helping you choose what to wear that will flatter you so we can create an image that captures all the beauty of you.
More thoughts about wardrobe planning for photos: Planning What to Wear
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