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Tips & Ideas

From the very first time you put on something special–whether it was your mother's high heels or a special suit or dress–you knew it. What you wear sets the tone for how you're perceived and how you carry yourself. For headshots I encourage people to wear something they would wear to work. For portraits, wear something that feels like you (though it doesn't have to feel like you ALL the time- casual, powerful, feminine, sexy- they're all you!). 

Through time I've developed a few tips to help clients decide what to bring to their photoshoot. Take a look through the tips and ideas, then let me know if you have any questions. Also, we recently began working with an incredible stylist who can help you throughout the process. Let us know if you'd like to add her services!

"Life is too short to wear boring clothes."

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Penelope

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Laila

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* More gowns are being added regularly- check back for updates or visit the studio's Instagram page!

The studio has a wardrobe of special dresses, gowns and fabrics at your disposal during your session. Whether your session is focused on headshots or portraits, we invite you to include at least one "special" dress. Many of the dresses can be found below.

In addition to the dresses, we also have a variety of fabrics and are experts at draping the fabrics to look like beautiful gowns! The fabrics allow us to be more flexible to create different looks for different body types. Take a look and let us know what you'd like to wear during your photoshoot!

THE NUMBER ONE RULE IS:

when in doubt, bring it
with you.

the eyes have it!

fitting in

unsure of what to bring?

undergarments

accessories

shoes

avoid patterns & neon

variety is the spice of life!

cleanliness is next to godliness!

about props...

Like the outfits themselves, only bring accessories you like to wear. If you like scarves or ties, bring them! If you don't, then leave them at home. Jewelry is a great place to highlight your personal style. Feel free to bring any sentimental pieces of jewelry you would like to be photographed wearing.

Most headshots and some portraits will be tighter shots that won't show your feet, but I always encourage clients to bring shoes just in case. There's also a certain psychology to shoes- women often feel more sophisticated in heels, for example. Again, when in doubt, bring them with you!

Tiny patterns can look different in-camera than in person, and large patterns tend to distract, so in general it is best to avoid patterns altogether. Very bright or neon colors suffer the same fate, often appearing harsh in camera.

Having five different suits won't allow for a lot of variety in your photos. Instead, change it up with something a little more formal, something more casual, something super textured and fun, something more modest, something black and sleek... you get the idea.

There is nothing worse than getting to the studio only to discover that red wine spot you forgot about. Please double-check your clothes and make sure they are clean and pressed in advance. Also, please cut the tags off of any sheer items before arriving.

Only bring clothes you love! I can't tell you how many clients show up with clothes that prompt them to say "I really don't like this but I thought I'd leave it up to you." If you don't like the clothes, you won't like photos of yourself in them! Leave them at home.

Nearly everyone arrives for their photoshoot with a suitcase or garment bag. I would much rather have you bring in more than we need than to have you sitting there saying, "I wish I'd grabbed that..." Ultimately we'll narrow it down to 4-5 outfits but you can certainly bring more.

When you're deciding on outfits, pay special attention to colors that bring out your eye color. This can help bring more focus to your eyes and make them "pop!"

Fitted clothes generally photograph better than loose & flowing pieces (especially for headshots). That said, note that photographs only show one side so if you have a favorite dress that doesn't quite zip up in the back, bring it! No one will ever know. :)

The very best clothes are usually the ones you get compliments on. There's a reason you like to wear that suit for presentations or that dress for a night on the town- they make you feel good! This is the time to focus on what you feel confident in because it absolutely shows through in the photographs!

Please be sure to pack appropriate undergarments for each outfit. I also strongly encourage women to bring a nude, strapless bra to make sure we can work around any necklines or sheer fabrics.

I tend to keep props to a minimum in my work, but I am completely in favor of props that can highlight what you do (for headshots) or help tell your story (for portraits). Generally it's good to talk through any props in advance, but think about what you would like & let us know!

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