10 Tips: What to Wear for Photo Shoots
A lifestyle Photographers
perspective.
Hi! I am Elissa Egan lifestyle photographer here to help you decide what to wear on your next photo shoot. Deciding
what to wear can be very tough. Especially if you are deciding
for the whole family. But remember you are the most interesting, beautiful
spectacular thing in the photo! It’s tough to decide but here are some do’s and
don’ts for wardrobe that will help your photos look even better!
1. Don’t be afraid of form
fitting clothes
We typically tend to believe "if I hide my stomach under a baggy
black shirt no one will see what I'm trying to hide" - but the truth is if
it'll translate you looking formless and kind of like a blob so I'd encourage
you to find something a little more form fitting.
(Peplum tops are
great if you're insecure about your torso they'll show of perfect your curves!)
2. Where to wear your Jewelry
If you
wear a long necklace that goes down to your waist the eyes will be drawn to
your middle instead of your face - So just be aware that when you wear a simple
necklace on your neck it tends to draw the eyes up to your face. Try and avoid
heavier jewelry like really chunky necklaces or bracelets that could take away from you - which is what we really want to see!.
3. How much skin is too
much?
Just be aware - where the skin is showing most eyes will be drawn to.
Personally I like timeless "modest" outfits (especially for family
portraits). A nice scoop neck points the focus to your face while a crop top might draw the attention to your torso.
(but if you are going for an edgier look go ahead and talk to your
photographer and get their advice. That's the fun thing about photography there's so much you can do. You can use creative license with photography - the world is your oyster!)
4. Simple is best and most
timeless
Prints
can be fun and exciting but just be cautious with over doing it. Sleek and
simple are typically what I sway my clients to wear for family sessions - but have fun with it! (again.. it's your oyster ;))
5. Try and avoid
logos
When prepping my clients
for a shoot I recommend not wearing big logos people won't be so focused on
your brand name shirt which could take the focus off of you.
(Funny Story: My Husband has senior
photos and he wore a white shirt with HUGE printed HOLLISTER logo up and down
his shirt and baggy ripped jeans- to this day I won't let it go.... and never will.... haha!)
6. Don't be afraid of
lines (but
be cautious)
What I
mean by that is - there are some necklines and slits of a skirt that can really
help draw attention to your figure. You don't have to show no skin but with a
modest approach the lines of your outfit can help promote your physique. (Lines
that can slim the figure are vertical; lines that can widen figure are
horizontal)
7. Keep makeup natural
Portrait photography (especially family photography) it's better to be natural
and just enhance your beauty rather than hide it.
8. Cohesiveness is Key -
Not Matching to a "T"
We all
remember those pictures of all white shirts with all blue jeans but those are
dated and your group turns into a massive blob of white collared shirts and
denim – there isn’t much individual style there and it can make the pictures
boring.
9. Utilize Pinterest
Personally I love
Pinterest! I get motivated and inspired on there. It's like browsing magazines
or having an art gallery in your phone. Not only is Pinterest great for those
reason, but it is also great because you can find some outfits and ways to
coordinate your outfits. There are so many great Pinterest graphics for finding
your perfect outfit!
....LAST but not least...
10. Ask your photographer -
it is our job help :)
If you doubt anything about
what to wear go ahead and ask you photographer. It's our job to help you with
our creative eye and there's a reason you chose your photographer because you
like his/her eye or aesthetic - utilize it!
Hope those tips help! And remember let loose and have fun on your next shoot :) It's so special -you're capturing time and memories that are fleeting!
