SENIOR STYLE GUIDE
Hello Gorgeous!
First, I know you have a lot of great options for senior portrait photographers so THANK YOU for choosing & trusting me to capture such an important milestone in your life!
Below is lots of information regarding hair and makeup, outfit selection, what to expect at your session, and more. Please read it thoroughly! It will help answer most if, (if not all) of your questions:)
Your session is going to begin at a pre-determined location based on your package & location of choice. We will meet there approximately 10 minutes before we plan to start shooting so that I can help you finalize 'outfit to location' choices! Please try your absolute best to arrive on time, if not a few minutes early.
As a natural light photographer, your senior session is scheduled around the time that the sun rises/sets. Once the sun has rose too high or set too low, we can no longer shoot. Therefore, if you arrive to your session even 10- 15 minutes late, it will affect the amount of time that we can shoot and the length of your session! If you are more than 30 minutes late to your session, we will have to reschedule for my earliest available date (which could be up to 2-3 months out!).
Outfit Tips
Stuck on what to wear? I’m here to help! Here are some of my favorite tips and tricks to help you guide your outfit choices!
Choosing what you will wear for your photo shoot is a huge decision that can make or break your senior portrait session! I know that sounds dramatic... but, if you accidentally wear something that isn’t flattering on camera or something that you don’t feel confident in...it can ruin the experience for you! So, here are some of the best ways to choose what to wear.
If you do not like fitted clothing (super tight dresses or pieces that fit awkwardly) then leave them at home!
Personally, I try to steer clear of items that are fitted in the tummy area (don’t we all?) just because it makes me self- conscious and I’m constantly wondering if it looks bad. So, if there are pieces in your closet that make you feel self-conscious or uncomfortable, don’t include them in your senior portrait wardrobe!
Additionally, we will most likely be sitting on the ground, laying down, walking and doing other things that could be difficult if your clothing is uncomfortable!
when choosing outfits for your senior session, try to choose colors that POP and that compliment your hair + skin colors!
STAY TRUE TO YOU! IF YOU LIKE FUNKY BAND T-SHIRTS, WEAR A FUNKY BAND T-SHIRT. IF YOUR FAVORITE COLOR IS PINK, ADD A POP OF PINK WITH SOME FUN HEELS! YOU WANT YOUR PORTRAITS TO REFLECT WHO YOU ARE:)
Sometimes textures like sequins, furs and sparkles can be considered “daring” or “over the top” but, in portraits, they are the BEST! Adding texture to your outfit makes the biggest difference, and it prevents the images from looking dull!
When planning your outfits, make sure that you have a VARIETY of looks! I tell all of my seniors to choose from these categories: casual, cozy, dressy, school- related, sports-related,OR edgy.
I always recommend choosing 2-3 of those categories and finding outfits accordingly. This provides a beautiful array of looks during your senior portrait session, so each outfit looks dramatically different!
ALSO CONSIDER YOUR LOCATIONS WHEN PICKING YOUR OUTFITS. HAVE A SIMPLE, NEUTRAL BACKGROUND? PAIR IT WITH A BRIGHT & FUN OUTFIT. ON THE CONTRAST, HAVE A BUSY, BRIGHT BACKGROUND? PAIR IT WITH A NEUTRAL, PATTERN FREE LOOK.
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