What to Wear for Headshots
Confidence, styling, and attitude all play a key role in creating great photos.
Dress as if you’re attending an important event or representing your company.
Bring accessories or props such as a laptop, tablet, or notebook.
The more prepared you are, the better your photos will look!
Professional Photo Outfit Ideas.
Ladies
When deciding what to wear for headshots, opting for a business suit paired with a contrasting colored blouse or top is a classic choice that always looks great. For the most flattering photos, stick to long sleeves and solid colours. When it comes to jewelry, keep it elegant and understated.
For more casual looks, bring along a variety of colours, but steer clear of busy patterns, unless that’s a distinctive part of your brand! We suggest bringing 3-4 outfits for your session to give you plenty of options. Don’t worry, Andrew will guide you on the day and recommend what will photograph best.
If you’re opting for a Personal Branding session, you’ll need to bring even more outfits to ensure we capture your unique style from every angle!
A well-placed prop, such as a laptop, journal or notepad can add a touch of realism to your photos, so consider including these when packing for your session.
Gentlemen
For a classic contemporary business look, opt for a black, navy, or charcoal suit and, optionally, bring your favourite tie and cufflinks for a more formal presentation.
Pair your suit with a plain solid coloured shirt featuring protruding cuffs for a professionally groomed touch.
*Although white shirts are a business uniform, they generally don’t photograph well and can often leach the colour out of your face in photos. Best consider a light blue, pink or other solid colour.
If you’re aiming for a more contemporary or casual vibe, consider bringing along a variety of jackets paired with plain, contrasting-coloured shirts or tops. Pair these with jeans or chinos for a stylish yet relaxed look.
Well-placed props, such as your laptop, journal or notepad can add a touch of realism to your photos, so consider including these when deciding what to wear for headshots and packing for your session.
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Helpful Info
Retouching
- Erasure or reduction of lines and wrinkles.
- Removal of obvious pimples or blemishes.
- Reduced redness in overtired eyes.
- Teeth whitened and/or straightened as necessary.
- Reduce body features, (lose up to 10 kg instantly!)
Hair & Make-up
We recommend you get a trim or haircut before your shoot.
Ladies, if you’ve booked a Personal Branding session, our professional hair and make-up artist is available for an additional $290. Alternatively, when doing your own make–up, aim for a natural look, less is more!
Gents, please come well–groomed and ready. Photoshop can reduce imperfections and shine.
Copyright
The Melbourne Headshot Company retains copyright to our photos. We give permission for unrestricted usage in Australia for website, intranet, internal and external publications. Clients usually update their photos every 2–3 years.
Accreditation is due as follows: © The Melbourne Headshot Company for unrestricted usage in Australia.
International usage periods can be negotiated upfront.
Image Style
Let’s chat to identify the type of image needed, the desired mood, appropriate expressions and what to wear for headshots for your LinkedIn profile, business or branding.
We’ll create the style, lighting, background, and direction required to meet your brief.
Existing styles and lighting setups can be mirrored to maintain your corporate identity.
Cancellations
Cancellation Policy: Once you've booked with us, we keep that time just for you! If you need to cancel, here's how it works: cancel within a week of your confirmed date, and there's a 50% fee; cancel within 48 hours, and it's 100%. We're here to help if you need anything!