Q&A for How to Prepare For a School Picture

If you want to wear a dress for picture day but you can't quite decide which one, go with one that is darker in color (instead of bright or white), fits well, and best complements your shape, skin tone, and/or eye color.

Try out a few different hair styles in advance. Try curling it, wearing it half up, half down, straightening it, etc. Then choose whichever hair style you prefer to have on picture day. If you aren't crazy about any of them, there's nothing wrong with just wearing it down with no product or styling. Just make sure that your hair is clean and that you comb out any tangles.

If you don't have clothes that you like or think are of good quality, just do the best with what you've got. Pick out your favorite outfit and wash, dry, and iron it. Even if the clothes are a little old, this will make them look their best. Then, take a shower, comb your hair and make sure that the rest of you looks tidy and put-together.

Try blinking many times rapidly right before they're taking the picture. This always works for me.

That's the question you have to answer yourself. What do you think? Practice some smiles in front of the mirror. Talk to your parents and friends, get their advice and opinions. I think a closed mouth is better because it gives you this elegant/cute appearance, but it's your decision.

Use makeup foundation that matches your skin tone. That's really the only way if you want to get rid of them "quickly."

Natural beauty is always the most elegant form of beauty. Just smile and look your best.

Wearing white can make you look pale and washed out. Darker colors complement most people's skin tone for optimum photos.

Try and switch up your hijab to a different color or even a pattern to add some pizzazz. Confidence is the key!

Just remember that this won't be the only school picture you take. You can dab your face with something (tissues, napkins, etc.) to keep your face less oily. As far as teeth go, you can't really fix that overnight. Smile with your mouth closed if you want to hide your mouth.

No, school pictures usually span from the top of your head down to right below your bust. I think an off the shoulder dress would look very nice.

If you want to hide your acne for picture day, you should use makeup foundation that matches your skin tone. To avoid getting acne in the future, wash your face at least twice a day and use moisturizer. If you wear makeup, make sure you remove it all every night.

Try on many different outfits and go with the best one. If you still can't decide, maybe ask your parents, friends, or siblings for their opinion.

Be natural, don't wear any makeup or cosmetics. Try styling your hair in french braids or curls, and remember to wear a smile!

Like any other person would. Pick a good outfit. Practice a smile and keep clean.

Make sure to use conditioner when you wash your hair. This will make it appear moisturized and shiny when your photo is being taken.

This depends on your school's uniform policy. Try to keep in natural and simple!

It's your school picture. If you don't want to show your teeth, tell them that, politely. Ideally, it's a good idea to ask your parent(s) beforehand what they'd like you to do, since they're paying for the pictures.

As long as your school has no dress code rules against it and you think it looks nice, sure. I wouldn't recommend wearing any loud, bright colors or patterns, but most striped shirts should be okay.

That's fine! Try to wear a dark color skirt if you can. Maybe put a dark sweater over the shirt. These darker colors will offset the white.

Wear concealer that matches your skin tone to hide blemishes instead of a full coverage foundation. Use a small amount of powder and natural blush without any sparkles. Put on a little bit of mascara and brown or light pink eyeshadows. Eyeliner is not necessary. Wear light pink lip gloss or a brown if you have darker skin.