Planning for Costume and Props

 

Costume and props are crucial components of any photograph as it is used as a medium for conveying an aesthetic, a message, a time period, or an emotion. Therefore the props and costumes used in the photographs throughout my magazine are strategically chosen to displays what ever message or aesthetic I decide. So, far I am torn between a monochromatic brown theme to convey a feeling of warmth and simplicity or a bright, floral theme to showcase a fun and playful aesthetic. Below are magazines and photos from my inspiration board that includes props and costumes that I would like to incorporate into my magazine. 

Jewelry:  Includes hair accessories, necklaces, and earing that enhances the model's outfit, hairstyle, or makeup. Minimal jewelry are worn by the models in black hair and beauty magazines as the focus of the main image is usually the model's hairstyle and makeup. 

Things I am looking for:          - Hair jewels and head band

                                    - Gold hoops/ Pearls earrings 

                                     - Thin, layered gold necklaces                                                                             

                    

                                                                     

Costumes: A particular style of clothing that belong to time period or a country, or just simply to convey an emotion 

Things I am looking for:                - Light toned colors     

                                           - Simple, but appealing pieces

                                           - Dresses/ off the shoulder tops 

                                           - Ruffles 

     

Hair: A particular style, cut, or arrangement of ones hair, whether it be extensions are their real hair. 

Things I am looking for:                           - Low cuts

                                                      - Dyed hair 

                                                      - Extensions 

                                                      - Braids 

                                                      - Afros

                      

                                

Props:  A moveable object that is used to add to the scenography of the photograph.

Things I am looking for:         - Flowers of different colors and types

                                    - Rhinestones