What to Wear for Your Corporate Headshot Photoshoot
You’ve booked your session for corporate headshots in Bangalore, but now comes the most common question: “What should I wear?” Your clothing choices can significantly impact the “vibe” of your professional brand. The goal is to choose an outfit that makes you look confident and capable without being a distraction. Here is how to dress for success.
1. Match Your Industry Culture
Your attire should align with how you would dress for a high-stakes meeting with a client.
The “Traditional Corporate” (Finance, Law, Real Estate): Stick to the classics. A well-tailored suit in charcoal, navy, or black is the gold standard. Pair it with a crisp white or light blue shirt.
The “Modern Tech/Startup” (IT, Creative, Marketing): Bangalore’s tech scene is often “Business Casual.” A blazer over a premium T-shirt, a smart polo, or a high-quality knit sweater works perfectly.
The “Creative Professional”: If you are an architect or designer, feel free to show more personality with subtle textures or unique necklines, but keep the focus on your face.
2. The Power of Solid Colors
Cameras love solid, mid-tone colors.
Best Colors: Navy blue, emerald green, burgundy, and charcoal grey are universally flattering. They create a “professional weight” that commands attention.
Avoid Busy Patterns: Small checks, thin stripes, or loud floral prints can cause a visual distortion called the “Moiré effect” in digital photos, which looks like a distracting wavy pattern on screen.
Neon and Pastels: Avoid neon colors as they can reflect onto your skin (color casting). Extremely pale pastels can sometimes wash you out under professional studio lights.
3. Fit is Everything
A $5,000 suit will look poor if it doesn’t fit correctly.
Shoulder Alignment: Ensure the shoulder seams of your blazer or shirt sit exactly where your shoulders end.
Neckline: For women, choose necklines that are professional yet flattering (V-necks or scoop necks). Avoid “turtlenecks” as they can make the neck disappear in a headshot.
The “Sit Test”: Try your outfit on and sit down in front of a mirror. Does the jacket bunch up at the neck? Do the shirt buttons pull? If yes, try a different size or style.
4. Grooming and Accessories
Jewelry: Keep it minimal. Large, shiny necklaces or dangling earrings can catch the light and distract the viewer’s eye from your face.
Eyewear: If you wear glasses daily, wear them for your shoot. We use specialized lighting to prevent glare. Ensure they are perfectly clean before the session.
Hair & Skin: Avoid a haircut the day before; a week of “growth” usually looks more natural. For skin, use a light moisturizer, but avoid heavy oils that might create a “shiny” forehead under studio strobes.
5. The “Backup” Plan
Always bring 2–3 different options to your Bangalore photoshoot.
Layering: Bringing a jacket or cardigan allows us to quickly switch from a “Full Formal” look to a “Business Casual” look in seconds, giving you more variety in your final gallery.
Final Pro-Tip: Wear Your Confidence
The most important thing you wear is your confidence. Choose an outfit that makes you feel powerful and comfortable. When you feel good in what you’re wearing, it shows in your eyes and your smile.
Ready to upgrade your professional image? At Yatish Photography, we provide wardrobe consultations as part of our corporate sessions to ensure you look your absolute best.