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Outfits That Wow For Your Minot North Dakota Senior Session

Apr 25, 2025 | By: Amanda Johnson Photography

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Planning For Your Central North Dakota Senior Pictures

Planning your senior pictures in Minot, North Dakota or anywhere across central ND? One of the biggest questions seniors and parents ask me is: What should I wear? Whether your session is happening out on the prairie, downtown Minot, or at your family farm, choosing outfits that photograph beautifully and reflect your personality is key.

Here are my top outfit tips to help you look and feel amazing at your senior photo session in Minot!

Layer Up For Style & Flexibility

North Dakota weather is known to change in a heartbeat. Layering not only adds depth and interest to your photos, it also gives you easy options. Think denim jackets, flannel button-ups, or cardigans you can throw on or take off between shots. Plus, they’re perfect for that cozy fall look we all love in North Dakota senior pictures.

Earth Tones + Neutrals = Timeless

Minot’s landscapes—from golden fields to rustic barns—pair beautifully with soft earth tones, warm neutrals, and classic denim. These colors pop against our signature North Dakota skies and never go out of style. Try shades like rust, sage, cream, tan, or dusty blue for a flattering and natural look.

Add A Touch Of You

Love country life? Bring the boots and the cowboy hat. More into the urban vibe? A bold accessory or leather jacket in downtown Minot’s brick alleys will make your shots stand out. These little touches make your senior session feel uniquely yours, and they photograph SO well.

Avoid Distracting Patterns & Logos

Simple is powerful. Avoid tiny stripes, overly loud prints, or logos that might date your photos. Solid colors or minimal patterns help keep the focus on you, not your clothes.

Bring Options!

I always recommend bringing 4-5 outfits. For most Minot senior photo sessions, we shoot in a few locations—maybe a field, a gravel road, and a more polished spot like downtown or a park. Having a variety of outfits lets us capture every side of your personality!

Dress For the Setting

Are we shooting near the River? In the canola fields? Or outside your family farm near Rugby or Harvey? Make sure your outfit complements—not competes with—the surroundings. Flowing dresses look incredible in the wind. Boots are perfect for walking through tall grass. We’ll plan locations and outfits that work together seamlessly.

Don’t Forget The Details

Clean nails, subtle makeup, and shoes that work with your outfit (and the terrain!) all matter. And yes—if you’re a senior guy in Minot reading this—your shirt should be ironed, and those shoes should not be your lawn mowing pair.

As A Little Bonus, Here's What To Avoid...

- Neon colors or super trendy styles that might feel dated later.

- Wearing too much of one color (break it up with textures or layers!).

- Being uncomfortable. If it doesn’t feel good, it won’t photograph well.

Central ND Class Of 2026 High School Seniors

Whether you’re from Minot, Bismarck, Harvey, Jamestown, Fargo, Carrington, or anywhere in between, I’d love to create a session that tells your story.

Summer and fall dates fill up fast, so reach out soon and let’s start planning your one-of-a-kind session!

I can’t wait to capture your senior year in the most beautiful way possible!

LET'S GET STARTED PLANNING YOUR SESSION!

Questions About Booking With Amanda Johnson Photography?

Have more questions about my Central North Dakota senior sessions? Check out my FAQs page!

Be sure to follow me on Instagram for more senior session tips, updates on Amanda Johnson Photography, and giveaways too!


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