One of the main questions clients ask me is “What do I wear?” If you are wondering what looks good, what doesn’t, if you should match outfits, or change between your session . . . you are not alone. The truth is what you wear will affect how your photos turn out.
If you look around my website, you can see my shooting and editing style is bright, airy, warm, true to life, and joyful, your outfit choices will help create that vibe!
My goal as your photographer is to make your whole experience as fun and comfortable as possible. That being said, wearing what you feel most confident in, is so important. Everyone has a few ‘go-to’ outfits that they feel their best in, start there and follow these tips as a frame work when making your final choices.
What photographs well:
- Neutrals (white, ivory, tan, grey, beige, etc..)
- Soft colors, blue, peach, pink, mint etc
- Different colors and shades for shirts and pants
- Solids or light florals; subtle patterns
- Layering simple accessories to add visual interest
- Men-Matching belt and shoes
- Pop’s of color to coordinate with either your surroundings or others in the photos.
What doesn’t photograph well:
- Graphic tees
- Sweatshirts
- Busy patterns
- Identical matching outfits
- All black or dark colors
- All white shirts
- Soiled, stained, and unintentionally ripped clothing
- Everyday sneakers
[If you prefer to dress in darker clothes, try adding accents with dark blue (think pants, scarves) , black (think shoes/belts) ,etc… rather than the whole choosing an entire dark outfit]
Pro Tip: Don’t be afraid to dress up a little! Business casual looks natural and timeless!
Remember, these are just basic recommendations and guidelines. This photo session is about you! I want you to feel like you! I want you be comfortable! I want you to feel beautiful! So, let your outfit choices reflect that!
I have linked a couple Pinterest styling boards under this post. Click the link and find some inspiration!
If you are looking for tips and inspiration for your engagement session check out my blog specifically tailored to engagements.
