Conquer Clothing for your Model Portfolio

Whether you’re a seasoned model or someone just stepping into modeling, your model portfolio is important for surefire success in the industry.

To book commercial and editorial fashion modeling jobs, you need to include creative shots in your portfolio. Agents analyze whether the models have the right look to be associated with their clients’ products. Diversify your model portfolio as much as possible and show clients that you are versatile and rock every style they put you in! One way to accomplish this is by paying attention to what you wear during your portfolio shoot.

The Color Component

In your model portfolio, you want to ensure that you’re the center of attention. However, this won’t be the case if you shoot in clothes that are too chaotic and colorful, so much so that they divert the viewer’s eyes away from you!

To make an excellent first impression, eliminate clutter from your photos. Opt for outfits with solid colors that aren’t overpowered with confusing prints.

Bold colors work best; bring reds, greens, blues, and purples to the shoot. These hues stand out in front of the camera and breathe fresh life into the resulting photos.

The Finest Fit

Outfits that aren’t tailored to make you look attractive are a big no.

Remember, your model portfolio also helps agents assess your proportions, and wearing excessively baggy shirts or layered skirts can hide your figure. So, don’t forget to carry a couple of form-fitting tank tops to your shoot, which may come in handy for full -length body shots.

Diversity? Definitely!

Remember that being ‘trendy’ doesn’t mean being restricted to just one style of fashionable outfits.

Do not make the mistake of featuring only extravagant evening wear in your model portfolio. As a rule of thumb, bring at least 6 to 8 different kinds of dresses to the shoot. These should range from casual to formal and even trendy.

Less is not more when it comes to clothing selection for your portfolio. Taking a suitcase filled with options will give your photographer the chance to be creative and select what they think will work best for your photos.

With this in mind, rummage through your closet and pick out all the interesting items you can find. Throw in a bathing suit and a textured sundress! When you have a varied portfolio, you increase your chances of getting more modeling jobs.

A magical model portfolio can open doors to big modeling opportunities. To make sure yours is the best one out there, get it shot by Kevin Day. He is a professional who has excelled in the business for over a decade. To book a consultation, contact his team today!