https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 19 May 2026 14:29:27 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2797449 Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:18:24 +0000 bubblegum 2797449@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Okayyyy so I've been a little too busy to shop and now my pictures are only a few days away :shocked: </p> <p>What do you ladies think about this top with a black blazer on top? I won't button it to the top and a cute simple necklace.</p> <p>Thoughts?</p> <p><a href="https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-3002656/womens-elle-chiffon-blouse.jsp?skuId=39638572" rel="nofollow">https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-3002656/womens-elle-chiffon-blouse.jsp?skuId=39638572</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795241 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:59:17 +0000 jape14 2795241@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If you're using this for LinkedIn and you're not in a super conservative field (finance, accounting, law), I would go with a solid-colored silk or blend (i.e., not a cotton) blouse in a jewel tone. Depending on your body type you could go with a button-up top or not, short sleeves or long sleeves, etc. Personally I'd avoid patterns or excessive textures like lace, etc. My go-to spots for these kind of tops are Loft, J.Crew/J.Crew Factory, maybe Banana or Gap, etc. I bet you could even find something on ThredUp! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795239 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:46:33 +0000 bubblegum 2795239@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@pwnstar: I like that! I could totally do that and it's cheaper so that's a win lol </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795237 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:40:05 +0000 pwnstar 2795237@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@bubblegum: I would opt for something more open at the neck (and not embellished--you can add your own accessories). The just add a cardigan or suit jacket on top.</p> <p>Something like this:</p> <p><a href="https://tinyurl.com/ycwk3wnd" rel="nofollow">https://tinyurl.com/ycwk3wnd</a></p> <p>Or this (which would be my pick--you could find a similar version but something like this is so versatile and can be worn a ton of different ways/places)<br /> <a href="https://tinyurl.com/y7kkkzqo" rel="nofollow">https://tinyurl.com/y7kkkzqo</a></p> <p>Both of these color options (cream and blush) are great, as are light blue and grey--even a subtle print is fine. A delicate necklace (or pearls) and stud earrings are always timeless. And don't be afraid of a little makeup (to make sure you don't get washed out). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795232 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:26:18 +0000 bubblegum 2795232@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@kiddosc: @MrsADS: Great points!! Thanks ladies </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795230 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:16:22 +0000 MrsADS 2795230@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would do a dark blazer or suit jacket with a nice shell top underneath and a neutral necklace like pearls. I think better to be a little too dressy, then you have a very professional photo if you need it. IMO I think a twinset or a sweater is probably not dressy enough. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795229 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:13:45 +0000 kiddosc 2795229@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would dress it up a little, it's useful to have a professional dress photo around for things like your work profile photo, linked in, or if you were involved in any speaking engagements. I like the blazer route, but would ditch the button up for a v-neck with an interesting necklace, or a shirt with an embellished collar. </p> [attach=1439/18/p23bqx.600x479.headshot-2.jpg] [attach=1439/18/p23bqy.600x480.headshot-1.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795228 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:12:22 +0000 bubblegum 2795228@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@looch: I was also looking at this top because it's simple enough but with a little flare.<br /> <a href="https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-3014504/womens-elle-pleated-mockneck-top.jsp?skuId=64714087" rel="nofollow">https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-3014504/womens-elle-pleated-mockneck-top.jsp?skuId=64714087</a><br /> I want these photos to be timeless too. Great points. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795227 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:10:10 +0000 bubblegum 2795227@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@youboots: Awesome thank you! I'm going to search around and see if I can find the perfect combo! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795225 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:04:35 +0000 looch 2795225@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't know about educators specifically, but I have worked professionally for 20 years and I don't wear button up/down shirts. I tried that and as I looked around, I noticed most women don't wear those either, particularly with blazers with a collar or under a sweater. Leave those to the boys.</p> <p>If you want to do a sweater, I would get a solid color twinset (a shell and a cardigan. No cables, just plain knit. I know you don't want to look boring, but I do think the goal should be to look timeless. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795223 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 10:58:04 +0000 youboots 2795223@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@bubblegum: I love cardigans over button ups. I wear that a lot with leggings. Nothing too bulky for photos though. I’d use it for LinkedIn. I like the top photo. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795221 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 10:52:50 +0000 bubblegum 2795221@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>You make a great point. Like a button down and the sweater over top? I wanted to stay away from black and white but you're right, I don't want it to look ridiculous years from now.</p> <p>My degree is in Education. The image is for my own use? I think lol I'm sure they're using the cap and gown's for the year book instead of our business attire photos. </p> <p>Maybe something like this? What do you think? </p> [attach=7580/18/p23as2.400x600.2a696e7903582545af052941d9697bd0.jpg] [attach=7580/18/p23as3.400x600.395b8c638ca0ce8eaa81bd186f55a412.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795220 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 10:42:21 +0000 youboots 2795220@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Keep accessories simple and timeless. I think a striped button up with a sweater would be nice and not too boring. But I don’t like clothes to age photos so a white blouse and black blazer is timeless.</p> <p>What are you getting your degree in? What will the image be used for? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pictures-from-the-waist-up#post-2795215 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 10:12:29 +0000 bubblegum 2795215@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>All my photographers and fashionistas, help a sister out.</p> <p>I have my senior portraits in two weeks and one of the poses call for business attire. Here's the thing, I don't want to be boring but also don't want to be too busy. Since it will only be from the waist up, I need figuring out what works best. I also do not know the color of the backdrop (I think it's a charcoal color but not sure). HELP! </p>