What to Wear on Camera

Bethlehem Community Network Television (BCN-TV)

a guide to looking good on your show

451 Delaware Avenue
Delmar NY 12054
518-439-9314 option 6
bethtv@bethpl.org

DO wear:

Pastels, e.g. light blue, lavender, green

Earth tones

 

DON’T wear:

Red, red-orange or fuchsia

White

Black or dark clothing

Strong bright colors (Even a small area of strong color may appear pronounced.)

Glossy material, e.g. satin

Sequined or metallic finishes

Fine stripes, checks, or herringbone patterns

Rhinestones or other highly reflective jewelry

Noisy jewelry, e.g. multi-string beads

 

Also avoid

Very low necklines

Short skirts/dresses

Detailed or fussy patterns

Color tones that merge with skin tones

Color tones that merge with the background

 

Microphone placement

Personal microphones are usually clipped to lapels or ties.

Cardigans and button-down shirts work well.

Avoid crewneck tops or t-shirts, as they leave no place to clip a microphone.

 

Props

Paper, file cards, flipcharts, scripts and presentation boards should never be white.

Photos should be horizontal, as large as possible, with a matte finish.

 

1.4.08 rev. 9.2011