Hire a Professional

This is a big one! Both both ladies and gentlemen: avoid lots of small patterns at ALL costs. Logos and Mascots should be used sparingly unless you’re on a school team and that’s part of your identity! Logos and mascots tend to take the focus off of your beautiful self, and small patterns can moire on camera. If you do go with patterns, which can look fabulous, make sure they’re simple, bold, and big. Text me a pic of anything you’re on the fence about so I can give you good input well before the shoot.

Keep Outfits Simple

I cannot stress this enough: hire a professional to do your hair and makeup. These images we are taking are going to last a lifetime and likely become a family treasure throughout the decades. It’s important to do everything you can to make sure they come out as beautiful as possible! 

A lot of my clients like to take selfies in the mirror about a week beforehand to ask for my advice on their choice of wardrobe, and I’m always very happy to give tips and pointers. If you do get a new outfit or two for your photos, it’s super important for you to try them on (and possibly wear them for a full day) well in advance to make sure the fit is perfect and they’re comfortable for you. Comfort is key to getting great images!

Try on Outfits

I highly recommend bringing 3-5 outfits to the shoot so we have lots of options to play with. Make sure to bring several changes of clothing, shoes, and accessories so we can mix and match on the day of your session.

Bring Multiple Outfits

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