dress - (continued) Darker clothing tends to minimize body size whereas light tones emphasize body size Necklines: A vee or scoop neck is best if your neck is short and your face is full whereas a turtle neck is more flattering if your neck is longer Medium to dark clothes work best for formal / dark backgrounds Medium to light clothes work best for light or high key backgrounds Earth tones and khakis that blend with the environment work best outdoors Select clothing that is timeless and won't date your image in the years to come Remember to coordinate your attire from head to toe It is important that your clothes are neatly pressed since wrinkles cannot be removed When coordinating groups, the clothing doesn't have to be identical but colors and values of tone should be harmonious: blending with each subject's attire and the background If you know where you will be displaying the image, it might be helpful to lay out the clothing in the room itself to see if anything clashes with your decor