Making your clients feel comfortable starts with understanding how it feels yourself. When was the last time YOU stood on the other side of the camera and had your photos taken?
Put your camera down. Put on something you feel hot in and get your photos taken.
Don’t feel photo-genic? Neither did I. For YEARS. Then I quit worrying about how fat I looked or whether I had a double chin, and just enjoyed the moment. Getting your photo taken is actually quite fun. really. ;P
Photo Credit: My second shooter, Bianca
They were models. They were married. Perfect for a fashion shoot. This shot harkens back to my clothing line days and you can see a bit of my collection here. 
Her Red Paris Trench? Yes Please.
Just one year ago today this Christa-Taylor ad was released:
You are hauling gear, you are hauling bags, totes, reflectors, lenses…all this STUFF!
So what do you wear that fits the criteria of photographer and sophisticate simultaneously?
I once heard a wise photographer say: ”look like a guest at the wedding who just happens to have a really nice camera.” While not everyone can manage it, I wear heels and frequently a dress. I wear some bling, but nothing too distracting. Basically- I am a professional version of ME.
I wear heels most every day, why should I stop when I’m working? Why should I be expected to done work shoes and cargo pants just because I’m shooting a wedding? People should never have that “there goes the photographer” look written on their faces.
Be clean, be savvy, be yourself.
