CLOTHING

♡ Wear & bring what suits you best & what you feel confident in! If you are purchasing a new outfit for the session make sure it fits well & that you are completely comfortable in the outfit.

♡ If you bring more than one outfit, choose a variety of styles (casual, dressy, cozy, creative, etc.) that way you can mix it up.

♡ Bring options/back up clothing just in case something doesn’t work out!

♡ Be sure your clothing is clean & wrinkle-free.

♡ Accessorize! Adding accessories to the outfit(s) gives that touch of personal style. Accessories to consider: rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, hats, props, & anything else you can think of that you’d want to add to the outfit(s). Be careful with over accessorizing though! If you can’t decide on what pieces to add, just bring along a variety & we can see what captures the best in photos.

♡ Recommendations when it comes to choosing your outfit(s):

• Consider choosing colors that pop & that compliment your hair + skin tones! Try choosing two colors to work your outfit around – a primary color & an accent color.

♡ Don’t underestimate neutrals! Sometimes, depending on the location you select, neutral-colored tops/clothing may look best (black, white, tan, navy). Ask me for advice if you’re stuck on whether to wear colors or neutrals!

♡ Add layers to emphasize depth, dimension & texture! For colder months try pairing a sweater over a dress or a jacket & scarf combo on top of a sweater and/or flannel. Even during the warmer months, you can add dimension by wearing a tank top with a cardigan or by throwing a denim jacket over a dress!

MAKEUP, HAIR & GROOMING

♡ Girls/women: having your hair + makeup professionally done is highly recommended. Even if it is done extremely natural it adds the perfect touch to professional photographs. It really does make a huge difference.

♡ If you’d prefer to do your own makeup just make sure to apply slightly more than usual so it really shows up in the photos. If you already prefer heavy makeup, be careful not to overdo it! You may even consider using less.

♡ Breakouts are normal! Don’t worry about unwanted blemishes, it will be easy for me to retouch.

♡ Don’t forget the lips – you don’t want them chapped!

• Girls/women: moisturize & then add a little color or shine. Boys/men: Chapstick is your friend! Make sure to bring your desired lip products along to the session so you can apply touch ups when needed.

♡ Don’t neglect the nails! Often times this is easy to forget but trust me when I say that nails make a difference especially in photos where your hands & fingers will be visible. Girls/women: try to avoid any chipped polish or crazy patterns – French manicures, light/natural colors, or even trimmed nails with no polish at all photograph best!

♡ Boys/men & girls/women: make sure to moisturize! ashy elbows & knees never photograph well!

♡ Sleep is essential when it comes to looking your very best, so please, don’t be nervous & try to get a substantial amount of sleep leading up to our session!