Professional Headshots

Professional headshots reflect the personality and credibility of yourself as an individual and also your team. To be ready for your headshot session you should aim to balance approachability with professionalism keeping your look clean, modern, and sharp.

Let us take you through a few tips to help you nail your headshot session.

What to Wear

  • Stick to simple, solid colors: Avoid bold patterns or logos. Solid tones like navy, charcoal, white, black, olive, or pastels work well.

  • Fit is key: Wear well-fitted clothing—not too loose, not too tight.

  • Avoid distractions: No busy prints, large stripes, or loud colors. These can date the photo or pull focus from your face.

  • Dress code should align with company culture:

    • Corporate: Lean toward collared shirts, blazers, or blouses.

    • Start-up or relaxed culture: Smart casual works. Think neat polo shirts, crew necks, or button-ups with no tie.

Men

  • Shirts: Solid colours, muted and darker colours usually work best.

  • Jackets: A tailored blazer can elevate the image and help bring contrast when wearing lighter colours.

  • Accessories: Keep it minimal (e.g., no flashy watches or chains).

Grooming

  • Shave or trim facial hair: Arrive clean-shaven or with well-groomed stubble/beard.

  • Hair: Trimmed, neat, and clean. Consider a haircut a few days before the shoot (not the day before).

  • Eyebrows: Tidy them up if needed.

Women

  • Tops: Blouses, simple tops, or well-fitted dresses with clean lines.

  • Necklines: Avoid deep plunges or off-shoulders; aim for round, boat, or V-necks.

  • Jackets: A blazer adds a polished look.

  • Jewellery: Subtle and minimal—stud earrings, small pendants, etc.

Hair & Makeup

  • Aim for a natural, clean look that enhances your features but doesn’t look heavy on camera.

  • Foundation: Match your skin tone. Avoid shiny or overly dewy finishes.

  • Powder: Use a light translucent powder to reduce shine, especially on the forehead and nose.

  • Eyes: Neutral tones; avoid heavy eyeliner or bright eyeshadow.

  • Lips: Stick to nude or natural shades that complement your skin tone.

  • Brows: Keep them neat and defined.

  • Hair: style as you normally would for work or a job interview.

  • Neat and natural looks photograph best.

  • Frizz control products can help tame flyaways.

Final Preparation Tips

  • Get a good night’s sleep before the shoot.

  • Drink water to keep skin looking fresh.

  • Avoid alcohol and salty foods the night before to minimize puffiness.

  • Iron clothes and bring a lint roller if you have one.

  • Bring options: If you’re unsure, bring two tops or jackets. We can help you choose on the day.

  • Glasses wearers: Wear your glasses if you would usually wear them to a meeting. Ensure they are clean.

You want to appear approachable, confident, and trustworthy - someone others would want to work with or hire. Think of this shoot as an opportunity to put your best foot forward, both for your company’s brand and your own professional image.

Lastly, remember to relax. You are in good hands, John is a trained professional and will guide you through the whole process.