Here’s how to ensure you look great in pictures of your big night.
THE PRE-SHOOT
Take a few test shots dressed in your outfit the day before the event. Have some taken outside in natural light so the photographer won’t have to use a flash for every picture, which can be unflattering.
LESS IS MORE
Photos exaggerate so go easy on the make-up so test your make-up in photos the previous day.
AVOID THE BLOAT
The last thing you want is your tum to stand out. Beat the bloat a few days earlier so it doesn’t show on film. Avoid heavy carbohydrates and foods high in salt because these can cause you to retain water. That means you must skip takeaways for a while - they’re the main culprits.
CHINNY CHIN CHIN
If you have a bit of a double chin and don’t want it to show, stretch your neck up slightly and tilt your head down slightly
STRIKE A POSE
Look natural by posing with your hand resting gently on your hip but don’t let your arm jut out too much. Turn your body three-quarters of the way towards the camera, with one foot in front of the other and one shoulder closer to the photographer. And keep your shoulders back and spine straight.
TRIGGER HAPPY
It’s a trick many models use: if you’re in a bad mood when the photos are being taken think of something that makes you happy, such as a loved one or blissful memory. This will instantly relax your face and you’ll look better in photos.
SAY CHEESE
When smiling relax your tongue by pushing it gently behind your teeth. This will make your smile look unforced. If you are worried about your teeth not sparkling go to the dentist for a polish a day or two earlier or use whitening toothpaste to prepare your pearly whites to look their best in pictures and on the big night.
FOCUS
Avoid the drunken celebrity look by focusing your eyes slightly above the camera lens. To relax, close your eyes moments before the picture is taken and open them slowly just before the snap. Breathe in as you close your eyes and exhale just before the photographer clicks, open your eyes and flash that gorgeous smile.
