Planning Colored Contacts for a Photo Day

Hello from ULENSPOP! Planning photos for a celebration or a creative project? If colored contacts are part of the look, a little preparation can make the day easier to enjoy. Let’s walk through a few choices before the camera comes out.

1. Start with the look you want in the finished photo

Think about whether you want the eyes to blend into the overall portrait or stand out as the main feature. A close portrait and a full-length group photo show details differently. That can help you decide how much contrast you want, without assuming a single shade will suit every image.

Look at the setting too. Soft window light, indoor lighting and a bright outdoor location can each change how colors appear. Product photographs are useful references, but your natural eye color and the light at your session may change the result.

2. Make the fitting part of the plan

Colored contacts are contact lenses, even when you want them only for appearance. Arrange a fitting with an eye care professional and use your own valid contact lens prescription where required. A glasses prescription or a friend’s lenses cannot stand in for your own fitting.

If you already have an appropriate prescription, check the product and specifications against it before ordering. Give yourself enough time to resolve questions with your eye care professional rather than trying an unfamiliar lens for the first time during a rushed shoot.

3. Work around the schedule, not just the photo

Consider when you will put the lenses in and when you plan to remove them. Follow the wearing and replacement instructions for your particular lenses and the advice of your eye care professional. A long event does not mean you should extend the recommended wear.

Wash and dry your hands before handling lenses. Keep them away from water and never share them. If you use reusable lenses, follow your professional’s care instructions and use the appropriate solution. Daily disposables should be discarded after one use.

4. Leave room for a comfortable change of plan

A beautiful picture is never a reason to keep wearing a lens that causes discomfort. If you notice pain, redness or a change in vision, remove the lenses and contact an eye care professional promptly. You can continue the session with glasses or without lenses if needed.

Your outfit, setting and lighting are all part of the picture. Once your fitting details are settled, browse ULENSPOP for a look that fits the mood you have in mind. We hope your photo day feels as enjoyable as the images you bring home!