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