Planning a wedding can be a bit overwhelming, remembering all the small little details that will make your wedding truly personalized and all about you! You found Mr. Right, got the ring, set the date, picked your dress, the venue, the decor, the photographer but have you thought about what you will wear the night of your wedding after all the cheering and toasting is done?! We all know that the bridal gown is really the most important wedding item on your checklist since you’ve been … [Read more...] about Bridal Lingerie
Quick & cheap way to add some pizazz to your boudoir shoot!
Alright, I am a coupon junky! I get excited when I stumble upon a great deal and this one is pretty cool! I found this on teambuy.ca and they are manicure wraps, they look super cute and would look fabulous in your next boudoir shoot. They are an easy and quick way (and cheap!) to get a manicure. Check it out! Lacie Lou Photography … [Read more...] about Quick & cheap way to add some pizazz to your boudoir shoot!
The LAST Boudoir Marathon of 2012!
This is the 3rd and last Boudoir Marathon for 2012 and timed for the Christmas season. Where did the year go?!?! These images make for a great birthday/anniversary/wedding/holiday or just because you deserve to be pampered. Boudoir images change the way you see yourself through soft lighting, sexy outfits and elegant poses and gives you something to look back at 20 years from now or can be a timeless gift for your partner. Check out our blog to view videos and images from previous … [Read more...] about The LAST Boudoir Marathon of 2012!
Tips for getting the most out of your Boudoir session
What look are you going for? Sexy outfits, business outfits, tool belts, 40s pinup, football cheerleader etc? Less is more, keep it simple yet creative and let your unique beauty do the talking! What clothing items should you bring with you? I recommend bringing something that you feel comfortable, beautiful and sexy in. Ensure your clothing items are fitted to accentuate your curves but not skin tight to avoid red marks on your skin to show on your photos. Here are some … [Read more...] about Tips for getting the most out of your Boudoir session
Summer Boudoir Marathon~June 2012
As you all know I host a few Boudoir Marathons, Valentines Day, Wedding Season and Christmas. What is a Boudoir Marathon you ask?! Marathons are planned in advance in a Boutique Hotel(included in your session fee & are usually only one day and with limited spots available) to make each and every woman that books a session feel as beautiful and sexy as possible. Many women book marathons because they also have the option to book back-to-back sessions with their girlfriends and/or for that … [Read more...] about Summer Boudoir Marathon~June 2012
Wedding season is here!
I thought that since the wedding seaosn is upon us why not blog about the greatest and the latest in wedding fashion and style! Do you have a theme for your wedding? What was your inspiration? Bridal Boudoir has become THE wedding day gift to your groom! It is your chance to show off YOUR unique beauty and this gift will be cherished forever by your partner and how great would it be to look back 20 years from now and remember this wonderful day you married your best friend! Check out these … [Read more...] about Wedding season is here!
History of Boudoir Photography
History of Boudoir Photography English Pronunciation: bu:d:wa:r Originates from a French verb “boudeur”, meaning sulky. Boudoir photography is not a very new concept. Hollywood stars such as Jean Harlow, Mae West and Kathleen Meyers were photographed in a boudoir style. There are a few different genres of this type of photography; glamour photography, nude and erotic. I think we can all remember the typical cheesy glamour shoots from 20-30 years ago. Thankfully it has come a … [Read more...] about History of Boudoir Photography
Inspirations
Check out all the ideas below I found online for your next shoot! Photo Credits: www.victoriasecret.com, www.recycledbride.com, www.lingerie-observer.com Photo Credits: www.lacielou.com, www.noirvogue.com, www.marrymeink.co.uk, www.rebelandromance.com Photo Credits: tumblr.com Photo Credits: www.victoriasecret.com; www.lacielou.com, www.tumblr.com Photo Credits: www.tiffany.ca, www.cravecupcakes.ca, www.victoriasecret.com, www.etsy.com, www.verawang.com Lacie Lou Photography … [Read more...] about Inspirations
Celebrating Women of ALL shapes and sizes
Below is an article posted by Glamour magazine a while back that is very interesting. Crystal Renn’s story is very inspiring… Body-Confidence Secrets From Plus-Size Model Crystal Renn In her memoir, Hungry, 23-year-old Crystal Renn chronicles her battle with anorexia and exercise bulimia as she struggled to make it as the skinniest of supermodels. It wasn’t until she embraced her curves and became a plus-size model (that’s the modeling industry’s term for models over size 6) … [Read more...] about Celebrating Women of ALL shapes and sizes
Lillian Bassman’s Midcentury Lingerie Prints – Vanity Fair
Lillian’s Secret For more than half a century, Lillian Bassman’s lingerie-themed photographs have seduced the viewer, with their stark contrast, stunningly graceful figure lines, and vivid texture. The subject matter is, of course, compelling. What’s less obvious, though, is the work the famed fashion and fine-art photographer did to finish her images—processes that enticed clients such as Harper’s Bazaar and numerous lingerie advertisers in the 1940s and 50s. Just months after Bassman’s death … [Read more...] about Lillian Bassman’s Midcentury Lingerie Prints – Vanity Fair