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Dallas Senior Photographer | What to Wear for Senior Pictures

Hi! Dallas senior photographer here wanting to fill you in on the number one question when it comes time to take your senior photos. What should I wear??? My goal for all of my sessions is to have a fun and stress free experience. So after booking your session with me, and before you get in front of the camera, let’s get your outfits figured out. For your senior portraits to really show off YOU and express your style, we need to really make sure the outfits you bring are right.

dallas senior photographer taking gorgeous senior portraits in mckinney, tx

Determine Your Session Style

Have you thought about where you want to take your senior portraits? There are so many cool spots in the DFW area. Do you want to shoot in Downtown McKinney or Dallas. Are you interested in one of the gorgeous, natural fields in Plano. What about an urban location with fun wall art? If you don’t know yet, that’s OK. There are so many awesome locations and I can help you figure that all out. What you wear and your locations kind of go hand in hand. Start thinking about if you want to include your cap and gown, a high school or college t shirt, and also if want to incorporate any of your high school activities like sports, band, choir, etc.

Senior guy leaning on wall in Prosper

Dallas Senior Photographer Taking Photos at the Adriatica in McKinney

Dress it Up

Now is the time to really elevate your day to day style. During your senior session remember there is no such thing as too dressed up. Now is the time to go for it. and don’t be afraid to have some fun getting your outfits together.

For the girls, I recommend choosing short or long, flowing dresses or skirts. They’re flattering on all body types, look amazing on camera and bring extra movement and dimension to your photos. Dresses give the best “twirl factor,” add more style to your walking photos.

dallas senior photographer taking roof top senior portraits in McKinney

For the guys, there’s nothing sharper than a great fitting button down or a tailored suit. Button-up shirts and dress pants tend to look most impressive on camera because they really suit the male body. A long sleeve button-up shirt—this is a classic look that never goes out of style.

senior looking in the distance
senior guy sitting on steps

Stay True to You

In addition to a party look, you’ll want to include something more your style. Your favorite denim with a cool graphic tee and add your favorite shoes. Layering hats, great shoes and accessories will add more dimension to your photos too.

Senior posing with flowers in Highland Park
senior girl posing by road in frisco

Remember, if you haven’t been in front of a camera before, I will help pose and guide you so your senior photos reflect you and your personality. I want your photos to reflect confidence and fun. Are you ready to have some fun with your senior pictures? Then contact me now and let me be your Dallas senior photographer. If you are ready to book, then click here.

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Carol Riell is a lifestyle and portrait photographer specializing in family, newborn, baby, senior and child photography in Plano, Texas. Carol Riell is a photographer specializing in headshots, branding and commercial photography in Dallas, Tx. She loves to photograph the entire Dallas Fort Worth metroplex, including but not limited to Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Dallas, Prosper, Richardson, Allen, Prosper and beyond. She specializes in newborns, seniors, family and commercial photography in the Dallas Fort Worth area.