What to Wear for a Corporate Headshot in 2025

As a photographer specialising in corporate headshots across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and beyond, I get asked this every week. So, here’s your no-nonsense, up-to-date guide for 2025 on exactly what to wear for your next headshot session.

📌 Why Your Outfit Actually Matters

Your clothing does a lot of talking before you do. It instantly shows whether you’re confident, approachable, creative, or polished, and in one image, that matters.

A great headshot should reflect:

• The industry you work in

• The personality you want to put across

• The vibe of your business or personal brand

👔 What to Wear: Tried and Tested Essentials

For Men:
✔️ Solid colours, think navy, grey, white, or black
✔️ Avoid loud patterns, stripes, and logos
✔️ Smart shirt or polo, blazer optional
✔️ Well-fitted, clean and ironed always beats trendy

For Women:
✔️ Solid, flattering colours that suit your skin tone
✔️ Blouses, plain tops, or simple dresses work brilliantly
✔️ Avoid anything sheer, low-cut, or overly patterned
✔️ A light jacket or cardigan can add polish

For Everyone:
✔️ Steer clear of neon brights - they reflect badly
✔️ No big graphics, slogans, or visible branding
✔️ Minimal, simple jewellery
✔️ Make sure your clothes are clean, crease-free and lint-free

🎨 Colour Tips That Always Work

• Navy, grey and mid-tone blues suit almost everyone

• Pastel shades give a relaxed, approachable feel

• Earthy tones like olive, burgundy or mustard photograph beautifully

• Avoid pure white unless it’s layered under a jacket

🚫 What NOT to Wear

❌ Shiny fabrics (they bounce light awkwardly)
❌ Loud patterns or busy prints
❌ Big logos or slogans
❌ Anything you wouldn’t wear to a client meeting

📖 Want a Free ‘What to Wear’ Guide?

If you’d like a simple, one-page guide with example images and tips to help you pick the perfect outfit for your headshot, I’ve put one together.

Just drop me a DM on Instagram @photography_fstop or email hello@photographyfstop.co.uk and I’ll send it straight over.

It’s totally free, no strings attached. I just want you to look your best on camera.

📍 Where I Shoot Corporate Headshots

I’m based in Haddenham and travel across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas with my fully mobile headshot studio. I can set up in your office, home, or venue.

If you’re a business needing updated team headshots, or you’re finally ready to replace that ten-year-old LinkedIn photo, get in touch.

👉 Contact me here to check availability.