Part 2 – What to wear
This section will have many sub-parts. The first is a general section.
What to wear … generally speaking
This is the most common question I get and it’s a hard one to answer actually. I don’t particularly consider myself a fashion expert although I know what I like when I see it. Also, I will say that over the years I am almost always super impressed with how fabulous my clients come ready for their sessions. I think that you’ll do a better job going through your wardrobe or shopping than I would. Nevertheless I’ll give you some basic tips.
Keep in mind that none of these are “rules” and for every suggestion I give you I could probably think of a time where a client had successfully broken that rule. So – use your own judgment.
The short answer is to wear something that you like and that you think looks good on you. You probably don’t want to wear something that you wouldn’t normally wear. Which is not to say that you should come in a sweat suit and sneakers. But if you don’t normally wear a short dress and you’re not comfortable in a short dress that discomfort will show through in your portraits.
If you’re coming into the studio I do suggest that at least one outfit includes either black shirts and jeans or white shirts and jeans.
Now here are some more general tips:
- Plain is better than bold patterns in most cases
- Wear clothes that are comfortable. During the session you’ll be standing sitting, bending and maybe even jumping or whatever we decide to do. You don’t want to be limited by your outfit.
- Bring more than one outfit
- Jeans are great.
- Chinos are great.
More later – turn in next time for newborn dressing tips.
