2009 Show Reel

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Merry Christmas

I hope you all almost have your shopping done, the shops are mad, theres more traffic and its generally more annoying to go into town but its christmas so just keep the thought that its nearly all done.

Just to wish everyone a Happy Christmas and prosperous 2010

See you in the new year.

long day

Have spent today adding the option to pay by credit and debit cards online. I hope this will give my customers more options on how to pay for their shoot and any products.

Also gearing up for 2010, our price change will occur on 5th January 2010 so if you wish to take advantage of our 2009 pricing and even book for next year you can before this date.

We are pretty happy with our current product range we have a new coffee table album which will be with us soon and a few other things in the pipeline but you will have to wait till next year for those, I wont make the keeping you in suspenders joke ... promise!

Lastly our referral scheme will be implemented in the new year, current customers have already had the information but we will be posting it on the blog in January.

Nadias Session

Nadia had her boudoir session in October for her wedding which took place in November. We hope you had a lovely day and your now husband loved his gift. Heres a few from her shoot

And for a finale finish something a bit different.

Jingle Bells

Theres still time to book for christmas delivery. We do have a christmas delivery cut off but can still provide certain packages for you.

Time and time again we hear our clients chose to book their boudoir shoot , not only for something that little bit different and as a confidence booster but also for the man who has everything, what do you get him for his birthday or christmas?

A boudoir session is perfect pamper and fun for you but the end result makes a great gift for him!

Don't forget we still have the 2 free digital files offer available to anyone spending over £220.

Claires Boudoir Shoot

The first in a line of our lovely ladies who are allowing us to use their images, Claire wanted to do something just for her, so heres some of her best images

Its November already

We are loving the amount of WOWs this week , heres what our last clients thought of their boudoir photo session experience:

"WOW, never thought i could look like that, amazing!! Thank
you very much."

"WOW!!! Thank you! So many wonderful pictures to choose from!!, I can't thank you and Kareena enough!! A wonderful and fun afternoon and the result is some awesome pictures I know he will love and treasure, thanks again!!!"

Christmas ordering -Betsy's Boudoir

Hi everyone, just to let you know that the last date for ordering prints in time for Christmas is 11th December, any orders after this time cannot be guaranteed. DVD orders can be made later and of course you can collect from us right up to 24th December.

Other news, had some fantastic shoots with brides to be over the last few weeks who are having winter weddings and clients who are going to give their hubbies a lovely christmas morning surprise!

Royal Mail Strike 22nd October

Due to the royal mail strike starting Thursday 22nd October I would like to advise any clients buying products during the strike to collect from the studio if possible.

Lucikly the majority of our products are sent to us via courier. We will try and run as normally as possible and hopefully any disruption will be kept to a minimum.

thank you for your patience

October Betsy's Boudoir update

Morning all,

Hadn't realised I haven't blogged since September! getting ready for christmas bookings has got me feeling festive already, a tad annoying I know.

I thought I would talk about boudoir a little bit this morning, with Gok Wan being back on the telly with How to Look Good Naked its sparked a lot of emails from ladies worrying about being plus size but still wanting a boudoir shoot.

As Gok proved and I prove most weeks size is no barrier , no really it isn't! when his lovely ladies have their photo shoots they sometimes use wraps or strategically placed objects to pose around, thats exactly what I do : enhance your great bits, and any bits you think you want hiding I hide them simple as that, well not quite I also use lighting and place it so it falls to flatter your figure and only give you poses that make you look your best.

I hope that answers your questions girls and as always give me a call for a chat.

Just a quick note about christmas we are now fully booked for October, November bookings need to be made soon if you want your album for christmas. I am also taking bookings for next year already and April is proving very popular with brides to be, if you want that month for your boudoir experience I would advise getting in touch now to express your interest.

Christmas Boudoir Offer Free album

Free mini album with every new booking of packages over £220

Its such a cute little album, 3.5x2.5" prints included, colours and design may vary but all are good quality and perfect to slip into a suitcase or laptop case as a surprise, or take on holiday for your new H2B.

Top tips 2: Boudoir wear on a budget

Part of the best bit for most women when they book a boudoir shoot is going to buy the underwear they want to be photographed in. I've been having a look around at whats available at the minute and there are some fantastic lingerie items for those on a budget.

I always think buy to wear as well as just for your shoot if your H2B or partner is going to see you in print form lets face it they are going to want to see it in the flesh as well, enough said! I found a selection of fab items and even better prices , firstly this wonderful thong set of 3 from peacocks - http://www.peacocks.co.uk/Womenswear/Lingerie/Knickers_and_Thongs/ASSORTED_3_PACK_LACE_FRILL_THONGS-40856071.html these would go easily with a basque or corset or even a plain black bra.


And how can you go wrong with a bra and pant set for just £5!

http://www.peacocks.co.uk/Womenswear/Lingerie/Lingerie_Sets/PURPLE_DIAMANTE_PADDED_BRA_AND_THONG_SET_-40734199.html

With a lot of control underwear its always boring black or nude but here's something very different for those who love print


http://www.peacocks.co.uk/Womenswear/Lingerie/Shapewear/LACE_TRIM_ANIMAL_PRINT_BODY_-42655117.html


My other favourite place for a good bargain is of course Primark, several of my clients have bought underwear from them and its so well made, sadly their online store isn't up and running yet, so I can't have a nosey unless I hit the shops.
Now although I am talking about boudoir on a budget, I couldn't pass up mentioning Figleaves after having this email pop into my inbox yesterday showing off the new Dita Von Teese range, super for the vintage shoots http://www.figleaves.com/uk/nsf/qwiser.asp?term=Wonderbra_teese&cm_re=home_women-_-rightpanel1-_-copy_Dita_von_teese Also keep an eye out for the sales, online stores and high street shops are having more impromptu discounts with the credit crunch and unlike outer wear lingerie doesn't really date that quickly. Happy shopping

New boudoir photography products

Hi all, hope you are well.

New products on the horizon for Autumn 2009, ' but you only had new products in spring' I hear you say. Well, due to our album supplier succumbing to the current economic climate and our stock being nearly all but used up, we have taken the opportunity to offer something different.

Firstly the box print, sized at 12x16inches it stands proud from the wall with a nice black or ash box frame, with your print sitting neatly inside. The image is laminated for longevity and looks stunning on any wall.




Then the metallic print, this has a gorgeous sheen to it and suits a black and white image perfectly. You can also have metallic images in the little black book and the coffee table album.




The little black book ,well OK this isn't new but its such a good album it deserves another mention. Perfect gift for him.








Storybooks, these are digitally printed books, 20 images on 10 leaves with personalised image to the front cover, then there's the bigger sister the coffee table album, imagine the up to date digital wedding album but specially designed for boudoir. Images will be uploaded to site when samples arrive.

Vintage Hollywood Glamour

Had a wonderful shoot last weekend with Victoria, aka Jean Rae, she is a vintage style model whos only really just starting out, However I hope you agree she really has the look and all the clothes! If you would like to do a shoot like this then please get in touch. Make up and hair available.

Nina's Vintage Nude photo shoot

Had another fantastic shoot yesterday, Make up by Sophie Lyall, Nottingham. Please note the following images contain nudity and are only suitable for those aged over 18.
We worked through a mix of vintage, fine art nude and some boudoir to finish.

Gemma's Glamour / Boudoir Photo Shoot

Had a fabulous shoot with Gemma last week ,a bit of a mix of glamour and boudoir with a hint of vintage.

Betsy's Boudoir Hints and Tips

Betsys Boudoir Secrets Tip 1 - Choosing what to wear for your boudoir session is one of the most important aspects for any client. Do be a little bit daring, a boudoir shoot is often a once in a lifetime thing for any girl so wear something fabulous, luxurious but comfortable. Killer heels are also a great idea; they will elongate your leg and add some glitz to your outfit.

Corsets are great for the larger bust where as separates suit the more slim line of us. If your concerned about splashing out on something you think you might only wear once, don’t forget corsets can be teamed with a pencil skirt for a classical and sexy outfit suitable for any night out.

Betsy's hints and tips

I notice on a lot of forums and in general are questions asked by potential clients about their boudoir sessions, these range from what should I wear to how do I pose, well to help out a little bit we will be posting hints and tips on clothing, posing for any shape, hair and more.... the all important girly stuff.

Tips will be coming from Betsy's as well as other sources, past clients, other boudoir photographers, our team of make up artists.

These will be posted on our facebook page and less frequently on the blog

http://www.facebook.com/betsysboudoir

£25 off Boudoir photography products

All you need to do is call or email me for a quote and you will receive £25 off any product you buy on top of your photo shoot package. i.e. book The Boudoir Session and then get £25 off any product you wish to add to it.

The voucher is valid until october 31st 2009 and can be redeemed against any product item, no change given and one per household.

Jens vintage boudoir photo shoot

Well Jen's shoot was fantastic, make up by Kareena, it was a little mix of vintage and 2009.