What To Avoid In An Online Dating Photo

By Tiffani Smith

An online dating photo is the first chance you have to attract
a potential mate, so you need to make sure you get it right.
Here are some key errors you need to avoid.

Hiding Your Face

Your face is what most potential matches want to see. This is
your best marketing tool and the first chance to make a lasting
impression. That is why it is so important to get it right. Many
online dating photos do not do their owners justice. They show
people with hair all over their faces or large sunglasses
covering their eyes.

Instead of hiding your face and eyes, go for an online dating
photo that shows your full face. Avoid sunglasses and large hats
and keep hair away from your face. This will increase the appeal
of your photo. If you’re not confident about getting one of your
friends to take a good photo, consider finding a professional
headshot photographer. A professional headshot photographer will
make your photo look its best.

Too Much Makeup

Slathering on the makeup for a night on the town is fine, but
avoid this at all costs when taking an online dating photo.
After all, you don’t want to look as if you’re desperate. It’s
best to keep makeup understated to enhance rather than overpower
your natural beauty.

Other People

Leave the photos of family and friends till you get to know
someone. Your online dating photo should show your face and
no-one else’s. Other people will distract those who are looking
at your photo. Even worse, they may not know which of the people
in the photo is actually you. Since you are looking for a date,
the focus should be on you.

Keep Away From The Action

For the same reason, avoid using an action shot as your main
online dating photo. That photo of you on a white water rafting
or rock climbing expedition shows that you’re fit and fun, but
may not be the most flattering. Stick to a headshot for the main
photo and use the action pictures for supplementary profile
photos.

Fussy Clothes

Avoid loud checks and patterns. These may not appeal to
everyone and will reduce the effectiveness of your photo.
Instead, go for solid colors (they can be bright) to broaden
your appeal. And this is not the time to bare all. Leave a bit
of mystery until you get to know someone better.

The Professional Touch

If you avoid all these mistakes, your online dating photo
should make a good impression. Consider using a professional
headshot photographer to get the best lighting and close up
shots. And remember to smile. A warm, natural smile will make
any online dating photo stand out from the crowd.

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