kristen charles

HI Friends!
Kristen here from KRISTEN CHARLES PHOTO! When it comes to senior pictures, two of the questions I get asked the most are, “what do I wear?” and “where should I shop?”. I know picking the outfits for your senior session can be stressful. BUT that’s where it’s my job as the  photographer to come in and help you out! At KCP, we want you to have the smoothest and easiest experience possible.

All of our clients get exclusive access to our Senior Style Guide & this  quick guide is a *small* sneak peak of what is inside! Throughout this guide you will find quick tips on what to shop for AND top suggestions on where to start shopping. We’ve pulled a few of our favorite tips + shops together to help make your outfit planning as easy as possible!

SHOPPING TIPS!

When it comes to choosing your outfits, here are some of our favorite quick tips to keep in mind while shopping:

MIX IT UP!

Choose at least one outfit that is a little more formal (ie. dress, romper, etc.) and one that can show off the casual side (ie. skirt + your favorite top)! The best combo would be two formal + one more casual.

KEEP MOVEMENT IN MIND!

Make sure you can move in your clothes! Meaning, pick at least one outfit that allows for some seated poses! (Think jeans, a jumpsuit, or a longer dress).

STYLE WITH COLOR!

We love mixing in colors! Pinks, peaches, blues, whites, and neutral colors photograph well with greenry. On the other end, you can go darker with a black, grey, or navy, which also look amazing on camera! Don’t be afraid to mix around different color options. Think about what location you want & what colors would match with those backgrounds (ie. black with a city scene or light blue with a field of flowers).

DON’T FORGET SHOES!

Add variety with your shoes! Keep in mind that comfort is key. Feel free to bring multiple pairs of shoes like heels, wedges, sandals, a classic flat, or cute sneakers (we want your unique style to shine!).

BONUS TIP!

Try and look for at least one outfits that has pockets! Whether that be jeans + a top for a more casual look or a flowy dress for a statement style, this will help create more variety In your posing.

MY FAV LOCAL SHOPS!

I hope you have found this guide helpful! Remember, this process should be fun and exciting. Don’t stress yourself out too much… you are going to look GREAT! Believe me, it’s a photographer’s job to ensure you have dreamy photos, and that is what we are all about ! If you’re still not one-hundred percent confident about your outfit choices, shoot us an email! We are more than happy to discuss your options with you and nail down the perfect look.