###### "I usually wear glasses. Can I wear them for my job application photo?"
As a studio owner, I get this question a lot. The answer is — yes, you can.
But there are conditions. If you pay a little more attention, you can get the perfect job application photo.
Shall we find out a few things before the shoot? Today, I'll summarize the OK standards and precautions for job application photos with glasses.
👓 Conditions for Wearing Glasses
1. If You Always Wear Glasses
Job application photos are "photos that prove who you are." If someone who always wears glasses switches to lenses only in the photo,
The interviewer at the interview may get the impression that "you look different from the photo." In this case, it's more natural to wear glasses.
Also, if you or someone close to you thinks that there is a big difference between wearing glasses and not wearing them, we recommend that you wear glasses for the photo shoot.
2. If You Cannot Wear Lenses
Some people can't wear lenses because their eyes are sensitive or due to their refractive index. Of course, wearing glasses is the right choice.
In this case, we also recommend trying on daily disposable lenses for testing. If the fit is
Still not good, we recommend rimless glasses or lightweight glasses.
⚠️ Things to Check When Wearing Glasses
3. Make Sure They Have Anti-Reflective Coating
If the light reflects off the lenses under the lights, your eyes will be covered. If the interviewer can't see your eyes, they may lose trust.
Choose glasses with anti-reflective (AR coating) lenses, or ask them to adjust the angle on the day of the shoot.
4. Avoid Frames That Are Too Thick or Have Unique Designs
In job application photos, glasses play a role in assisting the face. If the frame is too strong, attention will be focused only on the glasses.
In particular, thick, black glasses that hide the eyes can make you look strong and create a rigid image.
Simple, thin frames, or rimless or semi-rimless glasses are the safest.
5. Colored Lenses and Fashion Glasses Are Absolutely Prohibited
Colored lenses or overly designed glasses in job application photos may be a disadvantage in some cases.
I've seen many women wear colored lenses for their job application photos for aesthetic reasons,
Of course, those who come in as interviewers don't have a good view of it. Don't forget that it's still conservative.
### 🤔 Glasses vs. Lenses, Which Is Better?
To be honest — lenses are more advantageous in terms of photo quality. Your eyes look clearer and you don't have to worry about light reflection.
However, if you are uncomfortable taking pictures in a different look than usual, or if you plan to wear glasses to the interview, you should wear glasses for the picture.
There is only one standard — your appearance in the interview room must match the photo.
### 💡 One More Thing — Perception of Glasses in Japanese Job Hunting (Shūkatsu)
Some Japanese companies still have the perception that "job application photos should be taken with lenses."
In particular, industries with a lot of face-to-face work, such as finance, aviation, and service industries, may implicitly prefer wearing lenses.
It's a good idea to check the atmosphere of the industry you're applying for first.
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