Headshot Prep Guide – For Her
Prepare to look and feel your absolute best with The Headshots Guy.
1. Know Your Audience
Think about who will see your headshots and what impression you want to make.
Corporate professionals: clean, formal, and confident.
Creatives or entrepreneurs: relaxed, stylish, and approachable.
Most clients choose multiple looks — formal, semi-formal, and relaxed — so they have options for LinkedIn, websites, and marketing materials.
2. What to Wear
Your clothing should flatter you without stealing attention from your face.
Stick with solids: avoid busy patterns or logos.
Tailored fits look sharp; avoid loose or slouchy tops.
Long sleeves create clean lines.
Avoid low-cut or sheer fabrics unless layered.
Jewelry: simple and minimal.
Color tips: rich or dark tones (navy, emerald, burgundy) photograph beautifully. Avoid colors that match your skin or hair too closely.
3. Hair Styling
Your hairstyle matters! We recommend booking our in-studio hair and makeup services for the best results.
Schedule haircuts or color about a week before your shoot.
Keep styles natural and familiar — nothing drastically new.
A half-up or tied-back look can slim and open the face.
Soft waves photograph better than tight curls.
If doing your own hair, wash it the day before and use light styling products.
4. Makeup Tips
Keep it natural, soft, and professional. The goal is to enhance, not hide.
Hire a professional makeup artist — one that specializes in camera-ready looks.
Avoid heavy contouring or shiny highlighters.
Skip thick powder — we’ll handle final touch-ups and natural retouching.
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5. Skin & Beauty Prep
Healthy skin makes all the difference.
Hydrate: drink plenty of water all week.
Wax or shape brows at least 3–5 days before.
Facials/exfoliation: do these a few days early, not the night before.
Moisturize daily for soft, glowing skin.
Rest: get a full night’s sleep before your session.
Final Thoughts
Your headshot should capture the best version of you — confident, genuine, and professional.
At The Headshots Guy in Baton Rouge, we’ll guide you every step of the way so your images look polished, natural, and ready to impress.