Clothing advice for models

Based on advice in A Beginners Guide to Modeling by Valentine Delvecchio.

Shirts blouses, and other tops. Short sleeves or long. Pull over, button up, or warp around.

Neckline is key. The top must visually extend the mode’s neck. Neckline should be scooped, V or off the shoulder. Avoid high necklines such as turtleneck. Tank tops look good and so do leotards.

Dresses and Skirts should be two inches or more above the knee. This stretches the model’s torso in the photograph. Long dresses are ok but not for every model. Thin models can wear tight fitting dresses and skirts.

Pants and shorts: Shorts look very good on models that have the legs. Pants of various styles can enhance long legs. Dressy or casual. Jeans of various colors and styles with no holes photograph well.

Stockings: suntan or nudes with most outfits if appropriate to wear hose. Sheer is important. Black sheer is an important option. Black fishnet is good as well for some looks. White can distract and make legs look pale. Other opaque colors can look comical or like a costume.

Shoes should be comfortable and stylish. Proper fit is important. Classic, closed heels and toes pumps, flat with similar line. Straps work with lingerie. Otherwise can break the line of the leg and ankle.

Buckles can be a problem as well if they are overlarge. Colors – black and navy are very practical.

Accessories: belts, scarves, hats, and purses.

Undergarments should be neutral color, not white. Flat, with no seams.

Layers of clothing – e.g. leotard under sweater or blouse