Featuring: Jon, Olathe East High School; and Connor and Michael, both of Mill Valley High School.

Outfit: A suit!

Photography Location: The West Bottoms, Kansas City, Mo.

Why I love it: Who says only the girls should get to dress up for senior portraits? Yes, I do firmly believe that senior guys should dress casually for some of their portraits, as that really does reflect who they are right now (most of you all wear a t-shirt and athletic shorts every day of the year!); but I also encourage them to dress up for some of their portraits as well. There is nothing more handsome than a man in a suit, as these pictures prove. Most senior guys already own a suit for one reason or another - so why not put them to use for senior portraits? It's you guys' time to shine; to have some fun, and show just how handsome your 17- or 18-year old self is! 

The three guys featured here all wore much more casual outfits for the rest of their senior sessions, but just look how amazing they look here! The three of them went different directions: Jon wore a classic blue suit (and no tie to casual it up a little); Connor went with a t-shirt under his jacket, casual loafers and accessories that show off his own style; and Michael went with a retro evening suit look with a bow tie. 

My advice for your senior guy outfits? Mix it up and have some fun! Your mom may be making you get them done, but you can still have some fun with it. Plus the ladies will love it; and the pictures will impress on the 'Gram.