Choosing the right senior portrait drape is an important part of preparing for professional senior and yearbook photography. While both style and appearance matter, photographers also need a drape that is comfortable for their clients, easy to work with, and appropriate for their studio's photography sessions.
At Senior Drapes by Terri, we offer two styles of professional-quality black velvet senior portrait drapes: the Adjustable Senior Drape and the Senior Poncho Drape. Both are individually hand-sewn for professional portrait photography, but each has features that may make one style better suited to your studio.
Adjustable Senior Drape: Flexibility and Convenience
The Adjustable Senior Drape features a flattering V-neckline and wraps around the client, fastening in the back with an adjustable hook-and-loop closure.
One of the biggest advantages of this style is that it doesn't need to be pulled over the client's head. This can be particularly helpful when photographing seniors who arrive with their hair already styled for their portraits.
The adjustable closure allows the drape to be positioned comfortably while maintaining a smooth, professional appearance across the shoulders and neckline.
This style is available in Junior Small, Misses One Size, Plus Size XL, and Extended Plus by request, providing options for a variety of body types.
Senior Poncho Drape: Simple Slip-Over Design
The Senior Poncho Drape offers a different approach. Rather than wrapping around the client, it slips over the head and features a V-neckline in both the front and back.
With no back closure to fasten, the poncho offers a straightforward dressing process that may appeal to photographers working with multiple clients throughout the day.
The slip-over construction provides coverage while maintaining the elegant off-the-shoulder appearance associated with formal senior portraits.
The Poncho Drape is available in Junior Small, Misses One Size, and Plus Size XL.
Which Senior Portrait Drape Is Best for Your Studio?
Both styles are designed to create a polished, professional portrait. The choice often comes down to personal preference and how your studio operates.
Consider the Adjustable Senior Drape if:
You prefer a wraparound style that doesn't need to go over styled hair.
You want the flexibility of an adjustable hook-and-loop closure.
You photograph clients with a wide range of sizing needs.
Consider the Senior Poncho Drape if:
You prefer a simple slip-over design.
You want a V-neckline in both the front and back.
You prefer a drape without a back closure to fasten.
Some photographers choose to keep both styles available, allowing them to select the drape that works best for an individual client or photography session.
Choosing the Right Size
A properly fitting drape helps create a comfortable experience for the client and a polished appearance in the finished photograph.
Misses One Size is our most popular choice for senior portrait photography, although smaller and larger sizes are available.
If you're deciding between two sizes, we generally recommend choosing the larger size. Excess fabric can be discreetly secured in the back with a clothespin or spring clamp without affecting the finished portrait.
For additional sizing information, visit our Senior Portrait Drape Size Guide before ordering.
Quality You Can Count On
Senior Drapes by Terri has been supplying the professional photography industry since 1994.
Each drape is individually cut and hand-sewn using professional-quality black velvet, with attention to fit, construction, and the details that matter in portrait photography.
Whether you prefer the flexibility of the Adjustable Senior Drape or the simplicity of the Senior Poncho Drape, both styles are designed to help photographers create beautiful, professional senior portraits.
Explore our Adjustable Senior Drape and Senior Poncho Drape to find the style that best suits your photography studio.