Category Boudoir Sessions | Boudoir Coterie

June 19, 2014September 18, 2014 by Danea

Trying New Things | San Jose & San Francisco Bay Area Boudoir

I finally got to play!

I will admit that at any given time I have 10-20 creative ideas running around my head in hopes to try, experiment and play. Unfortunately not only does running my own business keep me occupied but so do my two young boys and then on top of that– I live with a chronic illness that seems to suck any remaining energy dry. It can be very frustrating so sometime when an opportunity arises, and in this case, a free day to shoot, I grabbed it!

As some of you may know, I did not do a 2014 Coterie Girl search.. mostly because finding the time to work with my 2013 spokes model was challenging and I knew I wanted to get her in the studio a couple more times this year. Last week we did just that and I finally got to play with my Vintage 8MM Video app. The always lovely Kristina, was a great sport and I am so excited with the results! This video and these images were shot in about 15 minutes, no joke(I’m adding that tidbit of info in for those of you who think that a 20 minute Petite session might not be enough time for beautiful images… it IS!).

So without further adieu, here is my very first little promo video… a Coterie “commercial” if you will. Hehehe…

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Now here are some of those images and bonus shots from that very quick set. You look gorgeous, Kristina!!Â

Classy sexy intimate photos San Jose Bay Area

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I LOVE that last shot… it was a quick experiment with a Kleenex and hair tie around my lens. That’s what made that soft edge. 😉Now for your help…Please tell me what is stopping you from booking your very own Coterie experience? I want to hear what’s holding you back and over the next few weeks I am going to brave being on video myself to address and questions or fears you might have, so PLEASE leave us some comments!P.S. Have you seen our limited Yelp Deal? 😉

Sexy Photos San Jose Boudoir Photographer

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June 17, 2014 by Danea

Tushy Tuesday and uh… Yelp Deal?! | San Jose Boudoir Photographer

It’s the first week of summer vacation… and I have a cold. How the heck did THAT happen?? Regardless, no rest for the weary as there is always a business to do list and I have some fun things on that list!!

But for now… it’s TUSHY TUESDAY! It’s also wedding season so what better time to show a bridal tush? 😉

So for all those brides out there, may your wedding day be fabulous!

Speaking of Brides to be… and anyone else for that matter, I am running my very first Yelp deal! As you may already know, I have never run a discounted deal before and only occasionally offer special priced sessions. This is a very limited deal, only TEN available so grab it while you can!

**Side note: This voucher may only be used on any full a la carte session or all inclusive package. It may NOT be used on specially priced sessions or Petite Mini Sessions.

You can check it out HERE or simply click the image below!

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June 13, 2014June 18, 2014 by Devon Kenny

Fashion Friday Summer Brights from Agent Provocateur | San Jose Boudoir Photography

Â I’ve been meaning to feature Agent Provocateur for a while now, so I decided to do a little browsing over there today. I was totally planning to feature some classic pieces in black and other neutrals, but I was really struck by their bright summer collections!

While I usually prefer lingerie thatâ€™s a little more timeless and classic, I think itâ€™s good to have a little more fun once in a while — and summer is a great time to do that.

Thereâ€™s no denying it — Agent Provacateur is expensive, but theyâ€™re known for their unique and beautiful styles and are totally worth it if you’ve got the spare cash.

Also, while itâ€™s totally not necessary to spend a lot of money on outfits for a boudoir photo shoot, if you want to spend a little more on some really special pieces, a boudoir photo shoot is the best time to do so.

If you think about it, you probably wear most special lingerie for a few minutes, and then it gets tucked away in a drawer and often forgotten. If you wear something for a boudoir session, youâ€™ll have photos to cherish forever, whether you wear the item again or not.

Now it’s time for a few my favorites from Agent Provocateur’s summer collection.

I’m not sure I could pull off bright lime green with my pasty skin, but for those of you who can, how fun is the Brittnie collection?

Lime green definitely isn’t for everyone, but Agent Provocateur’s summer collection has a bunch of different brights, so there’s something for all skin tones. Check out this gorgeous grape number from the Janet line.

If you don’t want to commit to a fully bright ensemble, the Petunia collection is mostly black with a few bright details.

Last but not least, one of my favorite summer colors – turquoise! This color reminds me of blue skies and tropical beaches, and is flattering on so many skin tones. The beautiful LavelleÂ collection has some fun peek-a-boo details and bright pink accents.

Ready to rock your favorite summer bright for a boudoir photo session?

Nicole

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June 9, 2014 by Danea

Picking A Favorite | Santa Cruz Boudoir Photographer

Last week I had a consultation in my studio and after the the lovely young bride to be booked, she asked me which image on my wall was my favorite. I hadn’t given it much thought and quickly pointed “I think THIS one, no wait, THIS one…” and as my eye went from one image to the next they each stood out to me and that was when I realized they were all my favorites but for different reasons. I told her a little about each woman on my wall and why that session was special to me. I know that might sound silly and until that moment I had never consciously thought about my true connection with each woman who walks through my door and how much THEY have affected ME. I could tell you something about each woman who has stepped in from of my camera, some thing funny, something touching and often, something personal about who they are and why they came to me.

The reality is that I don’t actually spend much time with each client but I feel like I do because I am looking at their images for hours at a time, often chuckling about something that was said or done during the session or touched by something she confided in me and I realized that there is so much more to this “job”, this business, that I work so hard a running. I love my job and I have known and expressed that for a long time. So do I have a favorite image? Yes, I have a favorite image from every single session I have shot and to try and pick just one… well, I simply couldn’t do it!

This is the lovely Miss S, she was fun and witty and over all– fantastic! We talked about wine and she told me about a vineyard she had visited that names each wine something clever and witty with a funny description and we laughed about them. It made me want to go there, and hopefully I will someday. Then to make it even more special, she surprised me with a bottle when she picked up her album. It was so sweet and thoughtful and just one more reason why I feel a connection with so many of my clients.

Miss S is a gorgeous lady and like so many others, rocked her session. Her confidence radiates and each time I scroll through her images I change my mind on which image is my favorite. LOL. So I am just going to show you a whole bunch. Truthfully there are many more too, but we have to keep some private. 😉

Enjoy!

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Thank you Miss S for allowing me to share, you are truly stunning!

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May 28, 2014May 28, 2014 by Danea

Gloria AKA “Glowpinkstah” Was Here! | San Jose Bay Area Boudoir Photography

I am so excited to share all these goodies, not only is there some fun videos but there will be lots more to come!

I had the pleasure of working with Gloria last weekend after sending out a tweet a month or so ago saying that I would love to photograph her one day, and she responded. Yay! If you have never seen any of Gloria’s YouTube videos, you need to go check her out on her Glowpinkstah channel! She’s a comedian who is known for her fantastic makeup tutorials…hehehe. From that link you can find her on all your favorite social networks(I’m loving Instagram)!

We had so much fun last Saturday, with some pretty outfits from Curvy Girl Lingerie— Thanks Chrystal!! Gloria not only posted a video of her experience, but a quick behind the scenes(so you can check out the studio and see me in action). So please check these out. Now be for you rush to watch these videos, here’s a little sneak peek of one of her final images and be sure to check back for lots more photos and another fun video soon to come!!

Now for some video fun! I have to admit, I feel so awkward in front of the camera! LOL.

And the behind the scenes…

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May 1, 2014May 9, 2014 by Danea

Mother’s Day Giveaway! | San Jose Boudoir Photography

It’s time for another fun drawing and this would make a fantastic Mother’s Day gift for YOU or someone you know!

To help celebrate Mother’s DayÂ this year, Boudoir Coterie is giving away a $250 Gift certificate to use towards any Coterie session or package(Please Note: Session with product typically run $1000+. More info can be found on our Investment page)

Your choice of a $50 Gift certificate to Besos Lingerie in Los gatos CA, OR Curvry Girl Lingerie in San Jose,CA.

That’s a $300 prize pack!

Winner will be announced Friday May 9th, 2014!

So what are you waiting for? Enter as many ways as you would like, below. Good luck!!!

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CONGRATULATION TO:Â Thigani Marines!

Thanks to everyone who entered!!

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Fine Print: No Cash Value. Odds of winning depends on number of Entries. Entries will be checked for validation. Winners are selected at random. Winner will be announced in this post and in another on May 9th. If winner does not respond withing two weeks, prize with be forfeited. Promotion available to US and Canadian residents. Taxes are sole responsibility of the winner.

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April 18, 2014May 24, 2015 by Danea

Fashion Friday Show-Stopping Shoes | San Jose Boudoir Photography

For last weekâ€™s Fashion Friday we talked about fabulous backsides. Today I wanted to feature another fun detail thatâ€™s often overlooked – shoes!

Shoes might not be the first thing to come to mind when youâ€™re planning boudoir outfits, but they can really add another dimension to your photos.

Got a pair of killer heels that leave you with aching feet and blisters? Perfect! Since youâ€™ll only be on your feet for a short amount of time, and you wonâ€™t have to walk 16 blocks, a boudoir session is the perfect time to wear those totally impractical stilettos you promised yourself youâ€™d find a reason to wear one day. Even if you only wear the shoes once, youâ€™ll have photos to cherish forever.

For my session I wore a pair of black five-inch heels that had been hiding in the back of my closet since the day I purchased them at TJMaxx (a great place to look for shoes if you need them). They turned out to be difficult to walk in and a bit too big, but my judgement was clouded by the $19.99 price tag. They might not be great for everyday, but they were perfect for my session.

Need inspiration? Here are a few of my favorites from around the web:

If youâ€™re thinking about what shoes to wear for a boudoir session, itâ€™s important to plan around the rest of your outfit. Do you want

your shoes to be the star of the show like these?

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Or do you just need something simple and sexy to complement a hot outfit like this one?

Donâ€™t forget, if you need help, Boudoir Coterie offers free wardrobe consultations with all regular sessions.

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Thinking about getting your feet wet (no pun intended:-) and scheduling a boudoir session? Give us a call or shoot us an email today!

bcoterie@sbcglobal.net or 408.460.1855

Nicole

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