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Style Guide for Your Senior Photography Session

02/04/2026 | By: Lea Rhea Photography

Choosing what to wear for your senior photo session doesn't have to feel overwhelming.  And you may already have several outfits in mind - that's great!  I can help you plan or select outfits that feel comfortable, flattering, and true to who you are so you can relax and enjoy your experience. 

Selecting Your Clothes 

1)  Start with pieces that reflect your personality and style.  Think timeless over trendy.  Focus on outfits you feel confident wearing.  Layers, textures, and subtle patterns photograph beautifully and neutral tones mixed with a pop of color help keep the focus on you. 

2)  Bring two to four outfits for variety - include casual, dressy, and one that highlights an activity or interest that's important to you such as a sport, instrument, or hobby.  Simple accessories and clean shoes, tennis shoes, or sandals complete the look without distracting from your expressions. And if you can't choose between a couple of them, bring them both and we can decide together.  

For moms, this planning process ensures portraits that won't feel dated years from now. 
For seniors, it means images that look like you  - authentic, confident, and ready for what's next!

clothing outfit of beanie hat, sweater, jeans and a watch
clothing outfit of red shoes, jeans and striped top and white blouse
Female clothes of a white sweater top and white tennis shoes
clothing store display of short boots, jeans and a striped top

What Not to Wear

I'm including a short list of "What Not to Wear" items.  The goal here is to keep your senior pictures timeless and focused on you.   Below are a few things to avoid:

1)  Busy patterns or bold logos: Large graphics, logos, or heavy patterns can distract from your face and over time will date your images.  

2)  Neon or overly bright colors: These tend to reflect color onto skin tones and pull attention away from expressions. 

3) Clothes that don't fit well: Too tight can be uncomfortable and too loose can make you actually look larger.  Try your clothes on several days before your session and if you find that you are adjusting or tugging at an outfit, it's probably not the right choice. 

4)  Trendy pieces you may quickly outgrow:   Super trendy styles can date images fast.  A classic look will always feel more timeless and avoids you looking at your pictures in 15 years and asking yourself "why did I wear that?"

5)  Wrinkled or worn items:  Wrinkles, stretched fabrics, or scuffed shoes are hard to ignore in portraits. 

6)  Clashing colors between outfits:  If you are bringing multiple looks, choose pieces that coordinate well so your final gallery (and album) will feel cohesive. 

If you're ever unsure, I'm happy to help you choose outfits that will photograph beautifully and represent you well.  

 

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