What to wear for a headshot session is the most popular question that I get after people schedule one. What to do? Take some items from the wardrobe or run to get something new? So, let’s look into it…
The main rule is to keep it simple!
Color:
You cannot go wrong with solid neutral colors. Dark tone or light tone is a matter of
preference. Remember, there are more options than just black or white (blue, brown, grey, burgundy, green or softer ones like beige, light blue, ivory, pistachio, violet, light pink)
It is always a good idea to find examples of what you like. You can find some options below – and even more onmy Instagram page.
Tip! You cannot go wrong with any shade of blue. I don't know why, but the camera loves this color.
Strong, bold colors:
Why not, especially if you do multiple looks. Bring some colorful outfits to give them a try. Or, if you know that you will look perfect in the photos wearing pink, or that red is your color – go for it!
Try to avoid these if you do just one look. This kind of clothes is just unpredictable, and the end results can vary vastly (could be great – but could also be far from that).
Style:
The style - formal or casual (or maybe some elements of both) - depends on where you are going to use the headshot photos. My advice is to bring more than one outfit: you can try a shirt, blouse, or top with a blazer or cardigan, an office dress, or a more relaxed look with a T-shirt or a casual shirt.
Fitting:
Try to avoid oversized clothing. Fitted clothes will have a slimming effect.
Neckline:
For a classic headshot, where head, neck, and shoulders are in the shot, pay attention to your neckline and keep it clean and simple, with no excessive jewelry.
Jewelry:
The same overall rule applies here: keep it simple!
Tie:
If you don’t normally wear one, you can skip it.
Pants:
No strict rules here - even pajama pants would work for a headshot.
Glasses:
If you wear glasses and they are an important part of your image, feel free to wear them.
Tip! Forget any rules if you feel confident in the bold, striped, neon piece of clothes... wear it. Confidence is
important.
