Cartagena Guide · No. 04
What to Wear Under Your Flying Dress
Under a flying dress, wear seamless nude or dress-colored underwear or boy shorts, and skip the regular bra, since most of our bodices are backless. Choose heels or dressy sandals (or go barefoot), use oil-free sunscreen only, and keep jewelry elegant rather than oversized.
What to Wear Underneath
After photographing over 1,000 people, these are the details that make the biggest difference in your photos. Our dresses have high slits and the fabric moves constantly, so what you wear underneath matters.
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Seamless nude or dress-colored underwear or boy shortsThey disappear under the fabric and keep you covered when the dress is in motion.
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Skip the regular braMost of our bodices are backless, so a standard bra will show.
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Need support?Adhesive options like Cakes or Brassy Bra, or a deep-cut bra with clear straps, work well. Find our favorites in our Amazon storefront.
Heels, Sandals or Barefoot?
- Heels or dressy sandals photograph beautifully and lengthen the line of the dress.
- Barefoot is welcome, and foot jewelry looks stunning in beach and yacht photos. We have wipes on hand.
- Wearing heels? Bring a pair of slip-ons for walking between locations on the cobblestones.
Elegant details, nothing that competes with the dress
Jewelry Is Encouraged
Earrings, rings, bracelets and delicate necklaces all add a beautiful finishing touch. For morning sessions, we recommend skipping large jeweled necklaces, because they catch the sun and reflect light onto your face.
Oil-free sunscreen only. Oil-based sunscreens, lotions and body oils can permanently damage the gown.
Sunscreen and Body Products
This one is important. Use oil-free sunscreen only, and apply it before you arrive rather than right before your shoot. Oil-based sunscreens, lotions and body oils can permanently damage the gown.
Hair and Makeup
Wear your hair however you feel most like yourself. If you want a camera-ready look that holds up in Cartagena’s heat, add professional makeup when you book. Makeup is done before dress styling.
What You Do Not Need to Bring
- The dress. Your flying dress is included and delivered to your accommodation with our white glove service. Choose your color from our dress collection, in sizes from XS to 4X.
- Posing experience. You do not need to know how to pose. We direct every shot, so just relax and let the dress do the work.
Your Quick Checklist
Seamless nude or dress-colored underwear or boy shorts
Adhesive or clear-strap support if you want it
Heels or dressy sandals, plus slip-ons for walking
Elegant jewelry (no large jeweled necklaces for morning shoots)
Oil-free sunscreen, applied before you arrive
Your excitement. We handle everything else
You Bring the Details. We Bring the Dress.
Flying Dress Cartagena® has photographed over 1,000 people in Cartagena. We know this city, we know this light, and we know exactly how to make you look and feel extraordinary in it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you wear under a flying dress?
Seamless nude or dress-colored underwear or boy shorts. Most flying dress bodices are backless, so skip the regular bra and use adhesive support or a deep-cut bra with clear straps if you want it.
What shoes should I wear for a flying dress photoshoot?
Heels or dressy sandals photograph beautifully. Barefoot is welcome too. If you wear heels, bring slip-ons for walking between locations.
Can I wear jewelry?
Yes, jewelry is encouraged. For morning sessions, skip large jeweled necklaces, since they reflect sunlight onto your face.
Can I wear sunscreen?
Yes, but oil-free only, applied before you arrive. Oil-based sunscreens, lotions and body oils can permanently damage the gown.
Do I need to bring my own dress?
No. Your flying dress is included and delivered to your accommodation, in sizes from XS to 4X.
