The best outfit for a professional headshot is one that suits your work, fits comfortably and helps you feel like yourself. A portrait for a company leadership page may call for a different look from an author photograph or a creative business profile. Before choosing clothes for your headshot session in Hanoi, decide where the images will appear and what you want them to communicate.
Start with how the photograph will be used
Tell the photographer whether you need images for LinkedIn, a company website, a conference biography, press materials or several uses. If your employer or publication has requirements for background, crop or orientation, share them before the session. This helps the team plan the portrait around its purpose.
Choose good fit over a new purchase
A shirt, blouse, jacket or dress you already feel comfortable in can work well. Check how it sits when standing and sitting, and make sure you can move naturally. Prepare the clothes beforehand so wrinkles, loose threads or an awkward collar do not become distractions during the shoot.
Keep colours and patterns considered
Solid colours and simple patterns usually keep attention on your face. Think about your usual working wardrobe and your brand colours rather than choosing an outfit only because it feels formal. Strong patterns, large logos or very bright colours can be intentional choices, but tell the team if they are central to your look so the background and lighting can be planned accordingly.
Bring two looks with a clear purpose
For example, a jacket can create a more formal portrait, while a shirt or blouse on its own may feel more approachable. Very Dep’s standard headshot package allows up to two layouts or outfits. Choose options that give you useful variety and let us know which look should take priority. For a wider creative portrait session, explore individual portrait photography.
Plan grooming and useful accessories
Bring glasses or accessories you normally wear and tell us how you want your hair and makeup to look. Hair and makeup for one person are included in the standard studio headshot package. Share reference images and preferences before the shoot, particularly if you want a very natural finish or need consistency with other team portraits.
Book around your actual requirements
View our headshot gallery and current studio package and see a professional session with Zhengjie Lim. When you enquire, include your preferred date, number of people, intended uses and any delivery deadline so we can discuss availability and the brief. Office sessions and larger teams are quoted separately from the standard studio package.
