Headshot Session Prep Guide
Show up polished.Represent your brand.
This session is designed to capture you in a way that feels professional, approachable, and aligned with how you want to be seen.
These images are created to work across your website, social media, and wherever your brand shows up.
What to wear
Choose outfits that feel authentic to you and reflect your brand style.
Stick with clean, flattering necklines, well fitted pieces, and colors that highlight your features.
Ian Pepler - London Realtor
Kelly Toldnes - Nurse Injector
Outfit Categories
- Professional Polished – Blazer over a blouse, simple dress, or a tailored top with structure
- Business Casual – Knit top, tucked blouse, or a sleek tee, blazer
- Lifestyle Relaxed – Button up shirt or casual top you’d actually wear day to day
- Media / Speaking Look – The outfit you’d wear on stage or for a podcast headshot
Theo - New York Opera Singer
Amanda - UGC Influencer
Meg - Award Winning Hair Stylist
Wardrobe & Styling Tips:
- Colors: Stick to branding colors, neutrals, soft earthy tones, or muted pastels—flattering shades that keep the focus on you. Light colors pop on dark backdrops; darks work best on light. Bring at least one light and one dark outfit. Pack 3–4 looks total; we’ll shoot at least 2.
- Necklines for Headshots: Scoop, boat, V-neck, or crew that frame the face nicely. Skip turtlenecks, big collars, or thin straps unless layered.
- Bottoms (Yes, They Might Show!): If we shoot 1/2 or 3/4 body, your pants will make an appearance.
- Fit Matters: Choose clothing that fits and moves well.
- Fabrics: Soft, luxe materials like cotton, linen, satin, cashmere, or silk blends photograph beautifully.
- Wrinkle Free: Steam or iron everything—wrinkles always show on camera.
- Jewelry: Keep it simple and intentional. *No Apple watches please, these date the photos very quick*
- Nails: For full body shots your hands may show. Keep nails neat; soft polish shades (blush, pale pink, clear) are timeless.
Need Outfit Inspo?
I’ve created a Pinterest board HERE to help you visualize styles, outfits, and energy.
Shopping Suggestions
Dynamite (Casual, and business wear)
RW&Co (Blouses, shirts, dress pants)
Aritzia (ALWAYS a win for any neutral clothing, Blazers are stunning)
First & Third (Local London Fav)
Quick Reminders
- Get a good night’s sleep
- Stay hydrated - bring a bottle of water with you
- Consider pro hair & makeup - it makes a difference and removes the stress (I can provide with a list of my preferred Artists)
- Be yourself - people connect with authenticity, not perfection
- Trust me - I’ll guide you every step of the way