Choosing Beautiful Outfits for Photographs
Deciding what to wear for your big day in front of the camera can be tricky sometimes, as there are so many things to consider, and, once again, these photos are going to be around for posterity. Some things to think about:
* Color - Be absolutely sure that the color you choose to wear around your face is correct for you. And, if you look better in muted tones than bright, flashy ones, do not choose your picture day to try something new and bold. If you are going to be photographed outside, do not wear green. If you need to, refer back to this post about your best colors.
* Prints - Do I have to tell you to stay away from fussy prints? I hope not. I really wish you would stay away from fussy prints alltogether, but that is just my personal opinion. :-) A wild plaid can be fun sometimes, but never in a photograph. You want people to notice and remember how beautiful you are, not how nauseating that plaid is! Consider any stripes you choose to wear as well. The camera really does add a few pounds, and those horizontal stripes might add a few more. And if you are very tall and thin, never, ever wear vertical stripes, in pictures or otherwise!
* Fabrics - This is not time to bring out your lightweight, flowing fabrics. Aside from the possiblilty of your chosen outfit being transparent when light is directed at it (yikes!), a heavier fabric just looks better in photographs.
* Jewelry - Less is more here. A beautiful, sparkly pair of diamond earrings and a pendant are timeless and always add a bit of pizazz to your look. The faux diamonds that are on the market now are excellent. Be sure that you clean your jewelry before picture time to make the most of it and you!
* The Big Picture - Even if you think no one is going to see your feet in these pictures, bring the correct shoes anyway. You never know. And, besides that, I truly believe that when you feel good, you look so much better, and it is hard to feel good in a gorgeous outfit with your tennis shoes on!
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2 opinions for Choosing Beautiful Outfits for Photographs
Lei
Sep 15, 2005 at 1:21 am
I told my husband I wanted an eternity ring for our 20th anniversary (9 years away but who’s counting?) and my SIL said, "Oh that’s no problem! Fake diamonds look just as nice." And I’m sure she’s right…. :P
CC Jones
Sep 15, 2005 at 5:59 am
LOL Too funny–well, you have 9 years to convince him otherwise :) Truly, there are some gorgeous alternatives now, but there is something about "faux" that just doesn’t go with "Anniversary!"
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