Too Hot! Can You Wear Short Sleeves for a Japanese Job-Hunting Photo?
Are you planning to get your photo taken for a summer internship or an early round of job-hunting (shukatsu) selection? When the temperature suddenly shoots up, putting on a long-sleeved jacket is the last thing you want to do.
This time, we've put together ways to beat the heat and still get a great photo for your applications!
Short-sleeved shirts are fine! Just put on a jacket for the shoot
Your application photo gets used in every season.
Companies usually ask for a photo taken within the last 3 to 6 months. Even if you follow that rule, a photo taken in the heat of July might still be in use until around January.
That's why it's best to dress in a way that works all year round.
It's too hot to wear a long-sleeved jacket, you might think... but bring it with you and put it on just for the shoot!
The shirt underneath, on the other hand, can be short-sleeved!
Only your face and upper chest appear in the photo, and your sleeves are not visible. No one can tell whether the shirt is long- or short-sleeved, so you can head to your shoot in a short-sleeved shirt with peace of mind.
Make it easy with a suit overlay!
Even if a short-sleeved shirt is fine, carrying a jacket all the way to the studio can still be a hassle. For those who feel that way, we recommend the suit overlay (digitally adding a suit to your photo). 19Studio offers it too!
We digitally add a suit to a photo taken in your own clothes, so you can come to the studio empty-handed and just get your photo taken!
You can easily get a photo of yourself in a suit.
The article below explains the suit overlay in detail, so please take a look if you're interested!
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Beware of photo booths in midsummer!
ID photo booths are quick and convenient, but midsummer brings an unexpected pitfall.
Booths set up outdoors have thick curtains to block the flash light, and combined with the outside temperature, they can turn into a sauna.
You could end up taking your photo drenched in sweat, with your hair and makeup in a mess.
That's far from the clean, neat appearance that interviewers value.
For times like that, we recommend the article below.
It also introduces heat-beating tips for job hunters, so please use it as a reference.
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We've also put together tips on keeping your makeup and hairstyle from falling apart, so give them a try too.
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Summer is the perfect time to get your photo taken at a studio!
If you're going out of your way to get a photo taken in the summer heat, you'll want a result you're happy with.
At a photo studio, you can shoot in an air-conditioned room.
You can calmly fix your appearance in a spacious area, and you'll cool down and stop sweating in the meantime.
Another reassuring point about studio photos is the retouching service.
Whether it's hair messed up by humidity and sweat or makeup you couldn't fully fix, retouching can be tailored to your concerns.
If there's anything you'd like touched up, feel free to ask our staff.
A well-made photo can also boost your motivation for job hunting.
Since you'll use it all year round, it's best to wear an outfit that doesn't look tied to any particular season.
So that you can submit your application form (the entry sheet, or ES, that Japanese companies commonly require) with confidence, get a photo you're truly satisfied with!
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