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Pink Cars and Pretty Ladies

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I want to say thank you to everyone who has shown an interest in this weekends car shoot, we are now fully booked! If anyone is interested in being put on our wait list for August’s car marathon please contact us asap. This means that you will be offered first availability for session times before we make any official marathon announcements. So if having your session in and around this amazing  vintage, pink  Studebaker is what you want, then get in while it’s hot!

Don’t forget that this car is available for full sessions and we may even be able to swing an amazing sexy car party! So if you want a full pampering session or have a group of friends that want to join in on the fun then let me know and I will help plan the perfect event to suit your needs!

Alright ladies, you better bring your sexy to Saturdays shoot. 😉 I’m so excited to see everyone and can’t wait to share some of the session photos. And to Miss Pinky herself, thank you so much for letting us use your amazing car! See you there.

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Sassy Stilettos

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So last week a boudoir photographer friend posted a “Sexy Stiletto Saturday” which showcased an amazing pair of purple skull shoes. Yes indeed, I said skulls! But you have to go see them, they totally ROCK! And… like usual this made me want to explore this brand a little more. Holy styling stilettos is this brand ever AWESOME! Now before I show you a few of my favorite picks, I will say that many of the styles were a wee bit ghoulish for my taste but still funky and cool.  The details- laced and studded heals, charms and jewels are to die for… no pun intended, you’ll know what I mean in just a sec. So come marvel at the magnificent madness that is Iron Fist!

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These shark shoes are a little crazy but to me they symbolize a woman who has amazing confidence and will not let anyone get in her way of her goals, plus the artwork is stunning. Oh how these shoes would photograph on a great pair of legs!

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I found these styles at both Heels.com and Amazon, so go check them out- they are cool and a great price!

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Boudoir Marathon Car Shoot

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Our Vintage Car Mini Marathon shoot is next weekend in Santa Clara and we have one spot left. If you’ve been thinking about doing this, now is the time to jump on it. This shoot is going to be amazing. Show ’em how hot and sexy you are using this gorgeous pink Studebaker as your backdrop. Makeup, pampering, a couple hours being treated like a super model, what more could a girl want?

Call or email me if you want to fill this spot!! And don’t assume it’s already taken, if everyone does that, it will go unused. What a shame. 😉

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For more details check out the original post HERE.

Would you rather have this awesome car all to yourself during a full pampering 2 hour session? That can easily be arranged ladies, contact me and I’ll tell you how!

I Know, I Know

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Technically this isn’t a boudoir shot.  I have two businesses, one for family portraiture(Little Green Bug Photography specializing in Maternity & Newborn) and of course, Boudoir Coterie. However this shot from last weeks session just needed some sharing. To me it’s soft, romantic, intimate and dare I say sexy. There is just something about a dad or dad to be that shows his affection to his woman and his children that melts my heart. This couple was so sweet- constant little whispers, giggles and genuine touches filled with love.

One of my favorite maternity sessions ever. 🙂

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Expanding Our Team

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As Coterie continues to grow, so will our amazing team. I am very excited to welcome Melissa Hoffmann as our newest make-up and hair stylist! Recently relocating from Sacramento, Melissa has been a professional makeup artist and licensed esthetician for over 2 years and has lots of experience with boudoir, beauty, and fashion makeup.

I love using makeup to enhance a woman’s natural beauty and bring out her fun, confident, and sexy side. My style is soft and sultry and I am constantly increasing my knowledge and education on the best products and techniques to bring to my artistry.

Melissa will be working on our upcoming April 30th Mini Marathon and I can’t wait for this exciting shoot! *There is still some availability for those interested in this VERY cool location shoot.

What’s even better is that Melissa is also available on location for weddings and special events. You can learn more about Melissa and her work HERE on her website.

Welcome Melissa!!!

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Birthday Celebrations

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Tomorrow is my birthday and I want to share in the celebrations. I’ll have some fun specials and giveaways happening on my Facebook Fan Page tomorrow so if you are not yet a fan, join now! Yes, I know tomorrow is April Fool’s Day and no these will NOT be jokes. 🙂

There’s no fun in leaving a post picture-less, so here’s a fun, yet completely unrelated image I played with this afternoon.

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Walk This Way

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Sunday I went shopping with a girlfriend to purchase a new birthday outfit for Saturday’s hot date with the hubby. I purchased a dress- something I don’t wear much of, mostly due to having a hard time finding pretty and sexy *flat* shoes. At the store we were shopping at I discovered Kitten Heal shoes- thanks Devon for giving them a name for me. 😉 I have rarely come across this style shoe while on my never ending hunt and sadly the one pair I liked did not have my size. Thus began my online search. I came upon Shoes.com and yes I managed to find lots of possible low heal options. However, like always, my not so secret longing to wear actual heals lead me to a line called Naughty Monkey- who could resit a name like that? Not I! Wow, do they have some fun and sexy shoes.

As I’ve said before, sexy heals are a must have for boudoir shoots. This doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune on a one time wear. You can borrow from a friend or scour some online deals if heals are just not your thing. I am hoping to eventually start a collection of shoe options to offer clients but until then you can all gaze longingly, like I do, at some super hot heals here on my blog.

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I will always be a sucker for animal prints and check out the heal design on that gray shoe- pure sparkly awesomeness! Many of these styles come in multiple colors and patterns so go check THESE out- you naughty little monkey you. 😉

P.S. How many of you started singing “Walk this way,talk this waaay… ♪♫ ♪” by Areosmith and Run DMC after reading that title? If not are ya now? Ha.

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Let Me Work It

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I love me some before and after shots, and who doesn’t really? There’s something about seeing a lady transform into a beautiful and sexy woman! I remember being home sick from school and getting so excited when the talk shows were doing before and afters. Jenny Jones always seemed to have them- did I just date myself with that reference or what? Haha.

I also love it when clients allow me to show their true nakedness, and by this I don’t mean in the buff- well, not this time at least. Miss Pinky allowed a before shot and I want to share. Boudoir photography isn’t all about the makeup and clothes(but an awesome MUA can REALLY help- props to my girl Julie). A great boudoir photographer knows how to work it- angles, poses, lighting and just the right amount of digital enhancing. Yes, I soften skin but I don’t remove all signs of age. Pinky has gorgeous skin and personally I love the soft lines (I hate the terms crows feet) at the corner of the eyes. It shows laughter, life experience and yes, beauty. I won’t reveil her exact age but I will say that I can only hope to look this good in my 40’s. 😉

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You look amazing Miss Pinky! Thank you so much for letting me share.

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Party Time!

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If you haven’t happened upon it, then I have to let you all know that I have officially posted my Elite Coterie Party packages. Parties are for 4-7 girls and can be  planned for any occasion! Bachelorette, birthdays, celebrating the completion of the last load of dirty laundry- you name it, we’ll plan it!

So get your girls together and enjoy this amazing experience. Each lady chooses their preferred package, the hostess and I work out all the details and everyone enjoys a personal boudoir shoot. It’s a win-win for everyone. Oh and did I mention that there are hostess perks? You REALLY want to be a hostess- trust me. When 5-7 girls book the hostess receives a complimentary package!!

Make your next gathering one to remember & party like it’s HOT!

Oh what the heck, let’s add even more fun to this news: Be the first to book an Elite Coterie Party and EACH girl will receive a complimentary mounted 5×7 print!

Have questions? Want more info? Give me a call or shoot me an email! 408.460.1855 or bcoterie@sbcglobal.net.

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