Women’s Style Guide: What To Wear For Headshots

We offer professional headshot photography in Birmingham, AL.

For a professional headshot photography session, it's essential to dress appropriately to ensure you look polished, confident, and professional. Here are some guidelines to help you prepare:

1. Clothing:

   1. Business attire: Wear business casual or business formal clothing that reflects your profession or industry. For example:

   • A blouse and slacks or a tailored dress.

   • A button-down shirt and trousers or a suit.

   1. Neutral colors: Opt for neutral colors that won't distract from your face. Stick to shades like:

   • Whites, creams, beiges, light blues, and pastel colors.

   • Avoid bright colors, bold patterns, and loud logos.

   1. Simple patterns: If you want to add some visual interest, choose simple patterns like:

   • Stripes (thin and classic)

   • Minimal polka dots

   • Subtle textures like wool or cotton

   1. Necklines. Pick simple, flattering necklines. A modest v-neck or scoop neck is universally flattering because it lengthens the neck and displays the décolleté.

   2. Avoid:

   • Anything too casual (like jeans or T-shirts)

   • Logos or branding on clothing

   • Busy or distracting patterns (like florals or bold stripes)

   • Open-toed shoes (unless you're a creative professional)

Here are some accessories ideas:

• Minimal jewelry: Keep jewelry simple and understated. Avoid anything too flashy or distracting.

• Simple earrings: Small stud earrings or minimalist designs are best.

• Watches: A simple leather strap or a classic watch is delicate. Avoid anything too chunky or flashy.

• Hair and makeup:

• Keep your hair styled to make you feel confident and professional.

• Keep makeup natural and subtle. Aim for a "no-makeup" look.

Remember to avoid:

• Overly casual clothing like t-shirts, sweatpants, or sneakers

• Busy patterns like stripes or floral

• Too much flashy jewelry

• Clothes that are too tight or too loose

Hello! I'm Tomiko, your lead headshot photographer. I've worked with hundreds of headshot clients and would love to help you create picture-perfect headshots. Ultimately, the key to your perfect headshot is to look like yourself but also presentable and professional. Choose an outfit that makes you feel confident and comfortable, and be bold. Contact me for guidance if you need clarification!

We even have a personal stylist who can help take the stress out of selecting your headshots.

-Tomiko