What not to wear. Hot, Hot, Hot!

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

06/21/2008 02:14:49 PM · #1

It really is Hot here today, over 103 by this afternoon.

So, I'm shooting a wedding from about 3:30 - 9:00. Normally I wear dark shirt, long-sleeved, dark pants, etc. However, this wedding is a yard wedding and reception-- some shade but lots of sun. And did I mention it was going to be hot? So, looking for a few opinions.

Would it be appropriate to wear a light colored shirt(short sleeve) with khakis at this type of wedding? I should mention that both families are really casual, the wedding will not be formal affair, the bridesmaids are wearing every Lifesavor flavor mix color I can imagine, but brighter. (Think tropical without the orchids.) Most of the family and guests will be aquaintances or friends of myself or my family. Blah, blah, blah.

I can go with dark but this may be my last post ever if I do. By nine this evening I'll be pile of dehydrated skin with a camera draped over my corpse. But I digress....

Any thoughts? Thanks

Citadel

Nikon D7500

06/21/2008 02:20:06 PM · #2

Sounds like light colored shirt and khakis will be fine. Just don't go with sandals :)

hanneke

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

06/21/2008 02:20:32 PM · #3

A white blouse still seems appropriate, I think!

Maybe with some jeans? But I don't know, I don't do weddings at all ;)

SaraR

Sony Alpha a7R III

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM

06/21/2008 02:20:36 PM · #4

Short-sleeved shirt would be fine, I am sure. I'm not certain what you mean by Khakis - in England it would meen light green baggy combat type trousers. Light coloured (eg stone) smart casual trousers like chinos would be cool (in both sesnses...)

bassbone

Nikon Z8

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120 f/4 S

06/21/2008 02:22:27 PM · #5

If you feel you must look the part, put on a tie and wear that with light colored shirt and the khaki/ tan/ stone chinos/pants/trousers. You would actually look out of place as the only dressed up one at a casual wedding.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

06/21/2008 02:23:13 PM · #6

Originally posted by biteme:

A white blouse still seems appropriate, I think!

Maybe with some jeans? But I don't know, I don't do weddings at all ;)

I had to laugh--over here, the ladies wear blouses(a little more frilly than a regular shirt). Thanks though because I knew just what you meant. ;)

NOt sure about the jeans but those would be great! Not as likely to show rear-end sweat!

hanneke

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

06/21/2008 02:25:58 PM · #7

Originally posted by mpeters:

Originally posted by biteme:
A white blouse still seems appropriate, I think!

Maybe with some jeans? But I don't know, I don't do weddings at all ;)

I had to laugh--over here, the ladies wear blouses(a little more frilly than a regular shirt). Thanks though because I knew just what you meant. ;)

NOt sure about the jeans but those would be great! Not as likely to show rear-end sweat!

haha, ok :P

well, a shirt then. with buttons and stuff. you know! ;)

06/21/2008 02:26:05 PM · #8

Originally posted by SaraR:

Stone colored is an accurate description. Thanks!

06/21/2008 02:29:41 PM · #9

Originally posted by bassbone:

Good point. Leaning towards light color.

Citadel-- Sandals would be great but unfortunately my toes ain't the prettiest. ;)

I'll close voting in a second if no one else chimes in! ;)

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120 f/4 S

06/21/2008 02:30:06 PM · #10

Originally posted by biteme:

Originally posted by mpeters:

Originally posted by biteme:
A white blouse still seems appropriate, I think!

Maybe with some jeans? But I don't know, I don't do weddings at all ;)

I had to laugh--over here, the ladies wear blouses(a little more frilly than a regular shirt). Thanks though because I knew just what you meant. ;)

NOt sure about the jeans but those would be great! Not as likely to show rear-end sweat!

haha, ok :P

well, a shirt then. with buttons and stuff. you know! ;)

Buttons and frilly stuff! ;)

bassbone

Nikon Z8

06/21/2008 02:32:09 PM · #11

Since you will not be all dudded up, I think it is a very good idea to get a name tag and write on it "Picture Taker Guy". That way, they know who you are...

SDW

Canon EOS-60D

Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF for Canon

06/21/2008 02:32:12 PM · #12

I don't shoot wedding but I have been to an outdoor wedding during the summertime. The photographer dressed down to match the wedding attire. He wore a white button down short-sleeve shirt, Khaki pants, and a dress casual shoes.

Note: I wouldn't wear a light blue shirt, they show sweat to easily.

icu1965

Sony DSLR-A200

Sony 75-300 mm f/4.5-5.6

06/21/2008 02:41:54 PM · #13

You could probably get by with khakis and a polo. My wedding was super casual and I was almost embarrased for the photographer and his assistant, they showed up in pants, button up shirts and a tie. They were way overdressed for my casual wedding! Plus, no offense but, I never heard anyone discuss what the photographers were wearing, so to me that meant they didn't care. As long as you're not too flashy, I doubt the guests will notice what you're wearing.

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

06/21/2008 02:53:12 PM · #14

Thanks for all of the suggestions-- I know people won't care what I were or probably even notice but I prefer to error on the side of professional. It sounds like light shirt/khakis would be appropriate. And it's pretty dang hot for dark clothes. Scott-good call on the light blue--I'm thinking white with a tshirt to soak up some of the sweat.

Part 2: Would wearing a Camelback be too out of line?? :P

idnic

Canon EOS-60D

06/21/2008 03:16:43 PM · #15

I've gotten a few underarmor tops from the sporting goods store. They wick sweat. Wear one of those under most anything and you LOOK cool as a cucumber all day! :)

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

06/21/2008 04:08:46 PM · #16

Originally posted by idnic:

I've gotten a few underarmor tops from the sporting goods store. They wick sweat. Wear one of those under most anything and you LOOK cool as a cucumber all day! :)

Great call Cindi. Thanks!

togtog

Nikon D300

06/21/2008 04:11:45 PM · #17

This thread isn't what I was expecting at all, sighs major bummer...

Guess all that remains now is bed, night all...

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

06/21/2008 04:13:54 PM · #18

Originally posted by togtog:

This thread isn't what I was expecting at all, sighs major bummer...

Guess all that remains now is bed, night all...

:P I needed a way to drag a few people into the action.

Prof_Fate

06/21/2008 05:24:48 PM · #19

Dress like the guests is the general rule- some weddings are more formal that others, some photographers like to be more formal that others. Just saw one a few minutes ago on my way home. He was shooting formals and wearing a black suit, jacket and all. He must have been sweating a lot. If you're uncomfortable you can't be doing your best work IMO.

I had a HOT wedding - 93 and humid and there was to be no A/C - outdoor wedding and the reception was in a barn so I didn't wear my dress shirt - not so much for my comfort as a shirt is a shirt, but when I sweat it shows in my usual gray shirt.

Go get a golf shirt - a $50 one made of the high tech fabrics they have now. They are FANTASTIC for hot days, being in the sun- they'll help you keep cool and look good at the same time!

Art Roflmao

Canon EOS-6D Mark II

06/21/2008 07:12:26 PM · #20

Mephisto

Nikon Coolpix A

Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 ASPH

06/21/2008 07:16:10 PM · #21

LOL

Mephisto

Nikon Coolpix A

Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 ASPH

06/21/2008 07:26:23 PM · #22

Mephisto

Nikon Coolpix A

Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 ASPH

06/21/2008 07:30:27 PM · #23

Originally posted by mpeters:

Part 2: Would wearing a Camelback be too out of line?? :P

you might consider one of these instead:

MelonMusketeer

Nikon D7000

Nikon MF 50mm f/1.4

06/21/2008 08:25:00 PM · #24

Right hat, wrong juice : P

Strikeslip