Young woman walking on a curved mountain road with red rock formations and green trees in the background during sunset.

SENIOR STYLE GUIDE

MYTH ONE: Avoid neutrals because they will wash you out! Whatever color you chose, know that this myth couldn’t be further from the truth. Sure some colors don’t work for some people but the truth is, neutrals are the most photogenic color for portraits.

MYTH TWO: You have to wear black to look thin! Sure, black is slimming but it also creates a more serious look in portraits. If you love black, go for it! But if you’re wearing it only to hide, we’ve got you. Everyone photographs beautifully in their own way, flattering posing and lighting often makes all the difference! Subtle retouching is available if needed, but our goal is always to enhance you, not change who you are.

MYTH THREE: You have to buy something new! False! If you have an outfit that you feel awesome in and fits the style you want for your session, that would be a great choice!

Outfit Myths

Top Tips

THINGS TO DO / BRING

HYDRATION PREP: Stay hydrated. Water helps your skin look clear and glowing.

STEAM & PREP OUTFITS: Hanging outfits the night before helps everything photograph clean and polished.

POCKETS: Empty your pockets! Literally. Don’t look back and see your phone or keys through your pockets.

LIP BALM: Keeping your lips hydrated, makes a big difference.

TOUCH UP KIT: Hair ties, bobby pins, hair spray, deodorant, and a small mirror can be lifesavers.

COMFY SHOES: Fabulous shoes can be difficult to walk in, bring comfy shoes while walking between locations.

ACCESSORIES: Jersey, letterman jacket, hat, vehicle, instrument, pet or any other props you would like.

WATER & SNACK: Staying hydrated and energized helps keep smiles relaxed and natural.

THINGS TO AVOID

NOT THE RIGHT FIT: Clothes that fit poorly. (Too loose or too tight).

NOT REALLY YOU: Style(s) you’re not comfortable with (feeling awkward will reflect in your photos).

ONLY HAVING RUNWAY SHOES: Uncomfortable shoes (you will be walking and moving around).

NEON COLORS: these colors can reflect onto skin tones and overpower the image.

SPRAY TANS RIGHT BEFORE: fresh spray tans can sometimes appear uneven or orange on camera, we usually recommend giving yourself at least a week buffer just in case.

Deciding Your Style

Dressy

  • Young man in a black suit and purple shirt standing outdoors in a natural landscape during daytime.

  • A young woman standing in a body of water, holding a bouquet of grass, wearing a teal dress with floral embroidery, smiling at the camera.

  • Young man in a black suit and patterned tie standing outdoors in a grassy area with trees in the background.

  • A woman in a black lace dress standing in a field of tall grasses with a lake and forested hills in the background.

  • A young man standing outdoors on a bridge in a forested area, wearing a light-colored suit and glasses, with yellow leaves on the trees around him.

  • Woman in a navy blue dress walking through a grassy field with tall trees with yellow leaves in the background.

  • A woman in a patterned dress standing in calm water, looking off to the side.

Iconic White Dress

  • Woman in a white dress standing in a flower field under a blue sky with scattered clouds

  • A woman in a white dress and red sandals walking on a brick path in a park with green grass, tall trees, and clear blue sky.

  • A young woman with long, wavy brown hair and blue eyes sitting in a green field with white flowers, wearing a white strapless dress and a gold necklace.

  • Two women standing on grass, holding hands, smiling, wearing white dresses in an outdoor park with trees in the background.

  • Woman in white dress sitting on a fallen tree in a forested area.

  • A smiling young woman with long blonde hair, wearing a brown crop top and a white skirt, sitting on a fallen log in a grassy field with trees in the background.

  • A young woman with long blonde hair in a white dress standing outdoors in front of a blooming pink cherry blossom tree, smiling with her hand on her hip.

  • A young woman in a beige dress with black floral patterns smiling in a green field of tall grass and yellow flowers, with a dense forest of tall trees in the background.

  • Close-up of a smiling young woman with long dark hair, wearing a light-colored top, posing with her chin resting on her hand against a blurred background.

  • A woman in an elegant, form-fitting, sleeveless white dress stands on outdoor stairs next to a railing, with a historic building and clock tower in the background on a partly cloudy day.

  • Two young women in white dresses holding hands and smiling, standing outdoors on grass surrounded by fallen leaves, with a tree and stepped terrain in the background.

  • A young woman with wavy blonde hair, wearing a white polka dot dress, stands in front of a black and white SUV with sunlight behind her at sunset.

  • Young woman with long dark hair sitting on wooden outdoor stairs surrounded by greenery, wearing a white dress and brown shoes.

  • A woman in a white dress standing in a field of tall grass with a forest background, smiling.

  • A young woman in a white dress and sandals reclining against a large fallen tree trunk in a wooded outdoor setting.

Classic Black

  • A young woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a black long-sleeve shirt and blue jeans, sitting by a large tree near a body of water during late afternoon or early evening, with a blurred background of green trees and water reflects sunlight.

  • A young man with dark hair and a goatee standing outdoors among green foliage, crossing his arms and looking at the camera.

  • A young woman with curly hair and a black long-sleeve shirt sitting in a grassy field with wildflowers, smiling at the camera.

  • Young man with curly brown hair wearing a black button-up shirt and patterned belt, standing with arms crossed in front of a dense green leafy background.

  • A young woman with wavy blonde hair, blue eyes, and light skin, wearing a black top and a gold necklace, sitting outdoors at a table with her arms crossed, looking at the camera with a neutral expression.

  • Portrait of a young man with short dark hair, wearing a black leather jacket over a gray hoodie and a black shirt, standing outdoors in front of blurred background of buildings.

  • A young woman smiling on a train platform with two trains, one yellow and one silver, in the background.

  • A young man with glasses and a chain necklace standing close to a metal wall with blurred background.

  • Young man with short brown hair wearing a dark blue jacket and gray shirt, standing with arms crossed against a brick wall and black metal window frame, outdoors.

  • A young man in cowboy hat and patterned shirt leaning on a black car outdoors at sunset.

  • A young man with a mustache sitting on a wooden bridge by a river, wearing a dark patterned shirt and jeans, during autumn.

  • A young woman with blonde hair standing outdoors in a field during sunset, wearing a black spaghetti strap dress and a necklace with a pentagram pendant, with a contemplative expression.

  • Young man with long hair wearing a cowboy hat, glasses, and a patterned shirt, sitting outdoors in a rural area with tall grass and trees in the background.

  • A young man with curly hair sitting on the ground against a metal railing in front of a rustic barn and mountains, wearing a black button-up shirt and jeans.

  • A young man wearing a black cowboy hat, black long-sleeve shirt, blue jeans, and brown boots standing outdoors beside a large tree in a wooded area during autumn.

  • A young man with short curly hair and fair skin sitting on wooden stairs outdoors, wearing a black shirt with white polka dots and ripped jeans, looking at the camera with a slight smile.

  • A young woman with long blonde hair standing outdoors next to a white birch tree with black markings. She is wearing a black top with shoulder cut-outs, a denim vest, and black pants, and is holding her hands near her chest, in a forest setting with green foliage in the background.

  • Young man sitting on a stone ledge in a park, wearing a leather jacket and jeans, with trees and greenery in the background.

Neutrals

  • A young man with dark hair and fair skin crouching on a gravel path outdoors, wearing a gray quarter-zip sweater, black pants, and white sneakers. Behind him are green trees with some autumn foliage.

  • A young woman with long blonde hair, smiling and sitting on a dirt path with reddish soil, leaning against a wooden railing, wearing a white t-shirt, denim overalls, and tan platform sandals, in a natural outdoor setting with rocks and green foliage in the background.

  • A young man with a serious expression, wearing a black cowboy hat and a western-style shirt with embroidery, stands outdoors leaning against a large tree with green foliage in the background.

  • Young woman with long red hair lying on a grassy path in a field of purple flowers, smiling at the camera.

  • A young man with dark hair, wearing a white sweatshirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers, leaning against a wooden fence on a trail in a natural setting with trees and a large reddish rock formation in the background.

  • A young woman with long dark hair smiling at the camera, sitting on a rock in a mountainous outdoor setting with blurred mountains and sky in the background.

  • A young man with curly hair wearing a light blue T-shirt and jeans leaning against a large tree in a park, looking thoughtfully into the distance.

  • A young woman with long wavy brown hair smiling outdoors, wearing a light blue dress with ruffled shoulder straps, standing in front of a row of trees with green leaves.

  • A young man sitting on outdoor metal stairs, wearing a white sweater with black trim, ripped jeans, and sneakers, looking at the camera.

  • A young woman sitting on the edge of a fountain in a park.

  • A young man wearing a black and gray cap, plaid shirt, and jeans, leaning against a red wooden door set in a weathered red brick wall, standing on grass.

  • A young woman with long, wavy hair standing amidst tall green grass, wearing a white sleeveless top with pink ribbon straps and blue jeans, looking directly at the camera with her hand resting on her chin.

  • Woman in cowboy hat, sunglasses, and western attire walking on a rocky beach near water under clear blue sky.

  • A young woman with long dark hair smiling outdoors next to colorful flowers with a blurred street background.

  • A young woman with glasses and brown hair peeking from behind a tree, outdoors in a park or street during golden hour, with sunlight behind her and a fence in the background.

  • Young woman with dark hair sitting on wooden steps outdoors in a desert landscape with clear blue sky.

  • A young man sitting on a wooden deck next to a body of water, leaning against a railing, with trees in the background.

  • A young woman with shoulder-length wavy hair, wearing a floral sleeveless top and jeans, standing behind a wire fence in a rural landscape during sunset, with a canyon or cliff in the background.

  • A young man in a white T-shirt leaning against a birch tree in a forest with tall grass and other trees in the background.

  • A woman with long black hair and a white lace blouse standing outdoors next to a birch tree, with green foliage and other trees in the background.

  • A woman standing in a grassy field during sunset, wearing a white jumpsuit with a colorful shawl draped over her shoulders.

Casual

  • A young man standing in a field of tall, dry plants with trees in the background, wearing a black Versace shirt, looking into the camera during late afternoon or early evening.

  • A young woman with long dark hair kneeling on a dirt path in a natural outdoor setting with trees and greenery.

  • A young woman with long dark hair, wearing a black vest and ripped black jeans, sitting on a wooden bench outdoors surrounded by greenery and small flowers, smiling at the camera.

  • A young person with short dark hair and earrings, sitting on a pink bench near a water fountain in an outdoor setting, wearing a light blue t-shirt and ripped jeans, looking at the camera.

  • A young woman with glasses and brown hair smiling while sitting outdoors among green grass and plants, with heart-shaped hot air balloons flying in a blue sky in the background.

  • A young man squatting on a city sidewalk with a playful expression, surrounded by small red berries scattered on the ground, and trees and buildings in the background.

  • A young man wearing a denim jacket, white hoodie, and black ripped jeans, standing against a red wall.

  • Young man with short dark hair and light skin standing outdoors in sunlight, wearing a white graphic T-shirt with various black symbols and a large black illustration of a woman with long hair holding a sword.

  • A young man with dark hair wearing a plaid shirt, white t-shirt, black pants, and white sneakers sitting on a sidewalk curb with a serious expression.

  • Young man standing between train cars, wearing a black sweatshirt and light blue jeans, outdoors.

  • A young woman with curly hair wearing a beige jacket, white crop top, and ripped jeans walking outdoors in a grassy area with trees in the background, illuminated by warm sunlight.

  • Young man sitting on wooden steps outdoors, wearing glasses, a gray t-shirt, a plaid shirt, ripped jeans, white sneakers, and holding a white baseball cap.

  • A young man with curly hair sitting on a fallen tree trunk in a forest, surrounded by green trees and grass, with sunlight filtering through the leaves.

  • A young man wearing a camouflage hoodie, dark jeans, and brown boots squatting on a paved road surrounded by trees with autumn foliage, while wearing a black trucker hat with a colorful logo.

  • A young man with glasses and curly hair stands with crossed arms beside a birch tree in a forest during autumn.

  • A young man in a white hoodie sitting in tall grass near a body of water with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background.

  • A young woman with shoulder-length brown hair, smiling, standing behind a tall birch tree with yellow and black mold on the trunk, in a forest setting.

  • A young man standing in a forest of yellow autumn leaves, holding a plaid shirt over his shoulder, wearing a green t-shirt and light-colored jeans.

  • A young man with short brown hair and a neutral expression, wearing a black t-shirt and jeans, stands outdoors in a forest with trees and greenery in the background. He has one arm resting behind his head and the other hanging by his side, next to a large tree trunk.

  • Young man sitting on an empty road with trees in the background, smiling and wearing a gray t-shirt, black pants, and white sneakers.

Bright & Bold

  • A young woman in a long, flowing red dress walking along a dirt path in a lush green outdoor setting with mountains in the background.

  • A young man sitting on the grass beside a tree in a park, wearing a colorful Hawaiian shirt and jeans, with a neutral expression, surrounded by trees and greenery.

  • Young woman sitting on a rural road surrounded by greenery, smiling and looking at the camera, wearing colorful patched pants, black t-shirt, and sneakers.

  • A young woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a black floral dress, leaning on a stone wall outdoors with a blurred background of green trees and foliage.

  • Young man wearing a cowboy hat, red plaid shirt, and jeans standing next to a wooden wall in a rustic setting.

  • A young woman with long brown hair in a red dress standing on a winding road surrounded by green trees, smiling with her hand on her cheek.

  • A young woman with long wavy brown hair and light skin, wearing a sleeveless burgundy dress, leaning on a wooden fence in a grassy field with trees in the background.

  • A young woman with blonde hair smiling and leaning on a wooden railing outdoors in a forested area.

  • A young man with dark curly hair stands outdoors on a tree-lined path, wearing a red plaid short-sleeve shirt and light blue jeans with hands in pockets.

  • A woman with long wavy hair, glasses, and a floral dress leaning on a railing outdoors in a forest setting.

  • A young woman with long hair and a floral dress is standing outdoors, holding a tree trunk with carved initials, and smiling softly at the camera.

  • A woman with black hair wearing a pink dress sitting outdoors on a wooden surface with a desert landscape in the background.

  • A woman sitting on a bench in a park, with a statue in the background, wearing a magenta sweater and taupe ankle boots.

  • A young man crouching outdoors on a fall day, wearing a black shirt, red and black plaid jacket, blue jeans, and a cap with American flag and eagle patches, with trees and sunset in the background.

Accessories

Your Passion

  • A smiling female cheerleader in a light blue cheerleading uniform stands on a dirt path, holding white pom-poms, with a cheerleader cone featuring a blue cartoon lion logo nearby, surrounded by trees and greenery.

  • A young man standing outdoors on a dirt path with trees in the background, wearing a yellow football jersey with black and white accents, arms crossed, during daytime.

  • A woman with long dark hair playing a cello outdoors near a body of water, seated on a vintage chair with a velvet cushion, surrounded by tall grass and trees.

  • A young woman in a green leotard with white embellishments performs on an aerial hoop, suspended outdoors against a backdrop of hills and a cloudy sky.

  • A young man smiling outdoors with arms crossed, standing near a fallen log in a grassy field with trees in the background.

  • A young man on a golf course standing near a putting green, holding a golf club, with a flagstick and ball nearby, under a cloudy sky.

  • A young man with brown hair and a goatee smiling while carrying a colorful backpack on his shoulder, standing between train cars.

  • Young woman smiling and holding a golf club, viewed from below, on a golf course.

  • A man walking on a concrete slab towards the water holding a surfboard under his arm, with a forest and sunset in the background.

  • A young woman in outdoor clothing aiming a bow and arrow in a wooded area.

  • A young woman sitting on a fallen tree in a grassy outdoor area, holding tennis rackets, smiling at the camera.

  • A teenage boy sitting on a tennis court near the net with tennis balls around him, wearing a white shirt, dark shorts, white socks, and tennis shoes.

  • Young woman with curly blonde hair wearing a varsity jacket and carrying a volleyball on her shoulder, standing on a forest trail.

  • A young man outdoors holding a pair of black and purple sports shoes around his neck, with a neutral expression, standing in a grassy area with trees in the background.

  • Young woman sitting on steps, resting her chin on her hand, wearing a white sports jersey and jeans.

  • A young man with glasses and a beard playing an acoustic guitar outdoors near a fountain and trees at dusk.

Letterman Jacket

  • A young man sitting on the grass next to a wooden fence, playing an acoustic guitar, with a decorated guitar case leaning against the fence.

  • A young woman with long brown hair and blue eyes sitting cross-legged on a paved road in a wooded area, smiling at the camera. She is wearing a white and black varsity jacket with patches, a black shirt, light blue jeans, and white sneakers.

  • A young man wearing glasses and a black and white varsity jacket standing in front of a white car on an urban street.

  • A young man crouching outdoors in a wooded area with green trees and plants, wearing a yellow and black varsity jacket with a letter "E" on the front.

  • A young man with dark hair leaning against a tree in a forest, wearing a black varsity jacket with patches and light-colored pants.

  • A young woman with long hair sitting on a concrete ledge by a river, smiling, wearing a black and yellow letterman jacket, blue jeans, and black sneakers, with trees and houses in the background.

  • A young man with a beard sitting on a log in a forest, wearing a varsity-style jacket with patches and jeans, looking at the camera.

  • Young man standing outdoors on a dirt path surrounded by trees, smiling, wearing a black varsity jacket with patches and letters, blue t-shirt, blue jeans, and a large decorative belt buckle.

  • A young man with red hair, wearing a black and gray varsity jacket and jeans, leaning against a white concrete wall under a bridge.

  • A young woman with platinum blonde hair, wearing a black jacket with patches, a black crop top, blue jeans, and black and white sneakers, sitting on an empty road with a background of trees and autumn foliage.

  • Smiling young man in a varsity jacket with patches, kneeling on grass in a park with sunlight filtering through trees.

  • A young woman with blonde wavy hair smiling outdoors near a body of water, wearing a black tank top, a black and white varsity jacket with patches and numbers, and light blue jeans.

  • A young man in a varsity jacket crouching on the sidewalk at night with scattered red leaves in the foreground, against a dark brick wall.

Your Vehicle

  • A young man wearing a cowboy hat and black shirt sitting in the driver's seat of a black pickup truck with the door open outdoors, with tall grass in the foreground and green bushes in the background under a cloudy sky.

  • Young woman in a white polka dot dress leaning on a classic silver car at sunset.

  • A woman wearing sunglasses, a cowboy hat, and patterned shirt sitting on the tailgate of a black pickup truck parked on a rocky beach near water, with a bird flying overhead.

  • A woman standing next to a large black pickup truck outdoors during sunset, with a cloudy sky overhead.

  • Young man crouching on a dirt road with a black truck behind him, surrounded by green fields and trees under a cloudy sky.

  • A woman with dark hair and sunglasses driving a vintage blue convertible car with trees in the background.

  • A young man crouches in a fall park with leaves on the ground, in front of a black truck with its headlights on, surrounded by trees with autumn-colored leaves.

  • Silhouette of a woman standing next to a dark sports car during sunset, with mountains in the background.

  • A young woman with teal hair sitting in the driver's seat of a vintage blue car, looking out the window with a serious expression, wearing an off-the-shoulder striped top.

  • A man wearing sunglasses, a hat labeled 'Georgia,' and a black t-shirt sitting in the driver's seat of a vehicle under a bridge or overpass.

  • A man wearing sunglasses, a black leather jacket, and jeans riding a yellow Harley-Davidson motorcycle on a city street with blurred background.

  • Young man crouching on a rocky shore next to a red vintage pickup truck with a Chevrolet logo, near a body of water with mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

  • A young man sitting on the tailgate of a pickup truck parked beside a body of water, looking contemplative, with a landscape of water and distant shore in the background.

  • A young man with long hair, wearing a camouflage hoodie, cross-armed, standing in front of a white SUV with its headlights on, on a dirt road in a wooded area.

  • A young man with dark curly hair and glasses resting his arms on the hood of a silver car, standing outdoors with trees in the background.

  • Young man crouching on the road with a white car behind him in a wooded area with yellow leaves.

  • A young woman with long dark hair sitting on the ground in front of a black car with front headlights on and a license plate reading AE K. She is wearing a black t-shirt, ripped jeans, and sneakers, with her arms resting on her knees. The background features a red brick building and warm evening lighting.

  • A young man wearing glasses, a Chicago Bulls basketball jersey, and jeans crouching on a rough pavement in front of a silver car, with train cars blurred in the background.