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MUA uniform.
Just wondering what kind of clothes a makeup artist is supposed/expected to wear? Apr 16 14 09:48 am Link Depends on the job. Always modest (nothing too short, low, tight, revealing) and shoes you can stand all day in and even run in in some cases. Neutral colors so you're not messing with lighting. In my experience: Film - Comfortable, weather appropriate, verrrry casual. Print - Comfortable, weather appropriate, polished but not overly dressed up unless a higher end shoot or the client is present, and even then professional casual. Theater - Comfortable, casual, black. Fashion Shows - Comfortable, how nice depends on the level of show & if there's a party after.  I wear a lot of black on sets cause it's easy and hides stains. Jeans with my black if it's film or a super casual print set. Know the client and the set because that will tell you how casual you can be. Keep your hair and makeup polished but toned down/neutral. You're there to work. Personalize with shoes, jewelry, a cardi, etc. I always have a big scarf with me, even in summer a light one. Apr 16 14 10:02 am Link Thank you so much, this is very helpful  xApr 16 14 10:14 pm Link AJ Powell MUA wrote: AJ if you are working a studio production set then there is only one choice for hue and chroma... BLACK, anything else risks color contamination of the imagery.... Apr 17 14 07:26 am Link I always wear black, comfortable clothes. Leggins which allow me to move with a basic dress/ sweater / long tshirt and a cardigan. Nothing too tight, low cut or revealing. Comfortable footwear, usually boots if the weather allows it and minimal accesories. I may wear a simple necklace, small ring or hair flower but that's about it. Here are some examples of outfits I'd wear while working:     Apr 17 14 11:44 am Link Black and trendy but not flashy is always safe. I don't know why people think it is okay to wear colors. Maybe on a test or a creative with some one you collaborate often, it's okay. But I figure - just wear black. There is no reason why you shouldn't. It's industry standard and it's what people generally expect. Be aware of low cut tops, especially when working on male talent. Remember that you are bending over right in people's faces. A face full of boob is always great, but not really in that environment. Apr 18 14 06:20 am Link I have to disagree here Black somehow has become the color of choice and I believe it dates from working on stage where you are requires to wear stage blacks back stage But the truth of the matter is this If you Really want to see the makeup well or hair that you may be styling WEAR WHITE! I worked at one place where I was forced to wear black and use to wear a white type bib so I could really see everything , fly always from hair , ect We need to rethink this business of wearing all black unless your wearing stage blacks I think it was Charlotte Tilsbury that wears white coveralls and is known for that. I always try to wear a white shirt when doing hair or makeup if given the opportunity. and yes I always bring an extra one Apr 20 14 07:00 am Link Black, black, black.... and more black. This goes for hair stylists too in my experience. Apr 20 14 07:08 am Link Again. Just becouse " everyone's doing it Dosent make it a better choice just a common choice , maybe people thought it looks cleaner and stays cleaner becouse it hides more but just Test my theory. Do a makeup and hair wearing all black. And the. Do a makeup and hair wearing a white shirt Then tell me which shows truer color. Which one is easier to spot out fly always When the masses said the world was flat thank god someone disagreed lol. One other reasons NOT to wear black. Becouse then you blend I to the rest of the heard ..... Ever been to a makeup show. A sea of bad black atire,,,,,, Apr 22 14 06:02 pm Link TheMakeupMan wrote: I believe the reason most wear black is so that when they are standing near a photographer or model while they are shooting they don't contaminate the light. A white shirt would cause more light to be reflected towards the model and can unbalance what the photographer intended as well as show up in the reflections of a models eyes. Apr 22 14 08:48 pm Link TheMakeupMan wrote: Perhaps in the Los Angeles market it is different - in Toronto I am often REQUESTED by the client or photographer to be in all black. I am hardly interested in arguing with the people who pay my bills. Same goes when I am working trade shows. I am representing a company and brand, not my personal business. We are not there to be a walking fashion show. They ask me to wear black. I wear black. At the end of the day, I get paid. I'm happy. They're happy. When I'm attending trade shows, I wear whatever the heck I want. Apr 23 14 08:34 am Link designer clothing. May 02 14 04:19 am Link As long as I am showered and my clothes are clean, comfort is my first priority. If I am working outside and it's hot, shorts and a tee shirt. Baseball cap and sunscreen. I also always take a long sleeve shirt if I'm shooting inside. Some studio's are cold. Mostly I give it to the models! When I was working in the salon then I cared way more about what I wore. When I left that arena my dry cleaner was not too happy! Don't worry about conforming to what you think the business is. The right makeup case, the right makeup, the right clothing. Find your own style and go for it. Just remember, you should look professional, not sloppy. R- May 02 14 01:48 pm Link Frankly in salon setting the color department is only one that wear black for obvious reason that you ont want clients to see color stains,which is where that whole wearing black originated from,but the styling department always wears white shirts.A white canvas showcases color and textures which why stylist and MUA should wear a light color shirt. But in general one should always look professional unless you know the crew and they are super casual,when working in a pro setting with clients a stylish pantsuit is my go to. May 02 14 09:53 pm Link allison mindy wrote: The reason behind this is simple. On theatrical stages black hides what happens behind the scenes to the audience by blending the grips and stage hands into the shadows. MUA/H and others have adapted this mentality. May 03 14 12:22 am Link Wow so many different opinions! Thanks for your advice guys x May 05 14 06:32 am Link My team always wears black shirts and whatever bottoms (nothing short) May 05 14 12:34 pm Link |
