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How to Prepare for your Boudoir Photo Shoot

How to Prepare for your boudoir photo shoot

Preparing for your boudoir shoot...

We understand that you may be a little apprehensive about a photo shoot like this, so we have put together a little information on what to expect to help you prepare, relax and enjoy this special experience.

Five - Seven Days Before Your Shoot...

  • Make sure your eyebrows are cleanly shaped, waxed, etc. 
  • If your roots are growing out, schedule a touchup for color and a fresh haircut if you need it.
  • Drink LOTS of water for flawless skin.
  • Schedule a mani/pedi
  • Start using teeth whitening trays if you have them.
  • Try cutting back on your salt intake, if you're worried about being bloated. 
  • Start planning out your outfits, and accessories try them on, dance around! 
  • Do some scrolling on Pinterest to find poses that you like and save them!

One Day Before Your Shoot...

  • Layout your outfits and pack away in an organized fashion, so that when you arrive at your shoot you know what goes together. 
  • Wash your hair, or schedule a blowout to have it professionally done.
  • Shave and moisturize really well.
  • Touch up any chipped nail polish.
  • Review your pose photos and practice a few in the mirror.
  • Pour yourself a glass of wine and go to bed early. Beauty rest is a must!

The Day of Your Shoot...

  • Eat a light breakfast when you wake up, don't starve yourself!
  • Wear loose-fitting clothes so that you don't get any red marks on your skin - ie. tight bra, socks, jeans, etc. 
  • Arrive for your hair/makeup appointment with clean dry hair and no makeup. Moisturizer is ok, just no SPF. 
  • Relax, and be ready to have fun! You are in GREAT hands!

Twists, Curls and Love: Jason + Kristi

We have a blast glamming all our beautiful brides, but when your whole bridal party is absolutely stunning it makes for an exciting morning! Artists Suzy, Toni and Lavonne were the lucky ladies to put their magic to work on this picture perfect day for Jason and Kristi. 

Photos by Matthew Morgan Photography

Click here to watch their full wedding trailer!

Earthy & Elegant

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This bride could not be more elegant as she said “I DO” among the pine and leaves.

Our Belles knocked this look out of the park. They created a natural look that complimented the bride’s great facial features as well as the environment of the ceremony. Using golds, browns and neutrals, the makeup truly brought out the inner beauty that this bride carries. As for the bridesmaids, our Belles kept it true to each girl. We had some fabulous winged eyeliners and earthy golden eyeshadow. As they stood all together each look flowed together with beauty and joy.

To keep the earthy and elegant look consistent, our Belles created a very sophisticated up-do. A twisted bun sitting at the base of the neck looked stunning with the bride’s beautiful thin strapped dress. Her bridal party continued the elegant look with the classic loose curls. While some bridesmaids chose to let loose and keep it down, while others decided to go for the polished half up style. All together the bride and her closest friends looked breathe-taking on the day that will be remembered forever!

Hair Stylist: Meghan
Makeup Artist: Diane
Amazing photograph taken by Ether & Smith

Please check out their amazing work at:
http://www.etherandsmith.com

IG: emmaandthecamera
FB: etherandsmith


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Wedding by the Sea

DYINGGGGGGGGGG!!

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This bride took our breathe away!! Her love and passion for her husband was fierce!  Her makeup was done by one of our fabulous artists, Natalie and her veil set so elegantly in a classic bridal updo to finish off her look, by Meghan. Now lets get real, could her bridal party be any more stunning? From the flower girl to the MOH, this bridal party couldn’t have complemented her more. They said their vows over looking the beautiful Pacific Ocean and are now forever one. <3

Special thanks so the amazing photographer Jim Kennedy for capturing such timeless, flawless photos. We always get overly excited when we see Jim and his team walk in, we know we are guaranteed to get the best makeup and hair shots. We heart Jim Kennedy Photographers.

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