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August 28, 2015 by Devon Kenny

Fashion Friday | Campbell Bay Area Boudoir Photographer

I’m a little fashion challenged. Like I mentioned last week, my every day outfit is jeans and a tank top. When winter comes it’s jeans, a tank top, and a hoodie. For my birthday earlier this year Danea and I decided to go out, and for that we both needed a new dress. She mentioned to me a wrap style dress. Have you seen these while out shopping?

A wrap dress is nice because it can compliment so many different body styles, as I tried to show above. If you happen to have a few extra pounds, or are still trying to loose the baby weight from 8 years ago (who, me?!) a wrap style dress will fit your shape nicely. And they can so easily go from a day to night look. Add some stockings and a simple necklace for work, then bling it up by adding a statement necklace and some nice strappy heels.

You could even bring a wrap dress to your boudoir session! Imagine, we start nice and sweet with some glamour type shots, then slowly unwrap your dress to show the beautiful bra and panty set with a garter and some stockings underneath. I know you can see yourself doing it!

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Devon

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August 21, 2015August 21, 2015 by Devon Kenny

Fashion Friday | Santa Clara Bay Area Boudoir Photographer

When you think of doing a boudoir session, what type of outfits come to mind? Lingerie? Bra & panty set? Stockings? A teddy? You would be right, but there are other options too. Some women feel more comfortable in a more relaxed outfit, such as some boy shorts, a sexy v-neck shirt, and some tall socks.

The main thing about the session is to choose what you feel beautiful, sexy and comfortable in. Above would be more my style lol. I’m a very “jeans & t-shirt” type of gal.

I like that they chose a strappy bra to peek out of the top. Some full bottom panties and tall socks or even leg warmers are a great option. With fall and winter approaching a chunky sweater is another great choiceÂ instead of a t-shirt. It’s so important, even in every day life, to feel comfortable in whatever you are choosing to wear. If you aren’t comfortable and your tugging your shirt down, or adjusting your panties every 2 seconds, you probably won’t come off as your best.

There isn’t really any right or wrong way (ok, there might be a little wrong lol) to dress yourself daily or for your boudoir session with us. Make sure what you are choosing fits well regardless of the number or letter on the tag. If it fits right you will feel good!

P.S. Boudoir Coterie offers complimentary wardrobe consultations for every client!

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Devon

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August 7, 2015 by Devon Kenny

Fashion Friday | Campbell Bay Area Boudoir Photographer

You’ve probably seen me mention “statement necklace” a few times and maybe you are wondering what exactly I’m talking about. This is something that Danea taught me, and now I’m going to pass this wonderful knowledge on to you.

A statement necklace is something more than just a chain and a charm. It will be a piece that might be bigger than you’ve worn before, but once added to an outfit it can change the whole look. It can help to make a dress “dressier”, or it can help transform your look from day to night.

There are many online shops you can find statement pieces at. Some of my favorites are Francesca’sÂ (they have their own category for statement necklaces!), and Kohl’s. We all know Kohl’s is always having a sale so you can pick up some pieces at great prices. I’ve even found a few on clearance for around $6.

These are some of my favorites from Francesca’s. They have a store location in Los Gatos and in Palo Alto.

Of course a colored necklace can be a great choice as well.

Â You can find a really great piece of jewelry almost anywhere you shop. Keep your eyes open and look around! I hope this has inspired you to invest inÂ at least one necklace that glam up your wardrobe a bit. And make sure you bring your favorite one with you when you come in to see us for your boudoir shoot!

Devon

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July 24, 2015 by Devon Kenny

Fashion Friday | Santa Clara Bay Area Photographer

It’s Friday! It has been so hot this week. And worse than just hot, humid. When it’s this hot and muggy you don’t really feel like wearing clothes, so what’s the best choice? A maxi dress! There are so many cute options. Every store you go into has some nice choices. Locally I’ve found many cute ones at Old Navy, Ross and Kohl’s.

I love this one! The colors and the pattern are beautiful.

I’m a sucker for anything with black and white, and this would look great in my closet 😉

This is another favorite that I came across.

Â What I really like about maxi dresses isÂ how versatile they are. You can transition them from a day to night look very easily. Throw on a jean jacket or a blazer for the office, some cute strappy sandals or heels, and don’t forget some gorgeous statement jewelry.

Devon

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July 20, 2015July 20, 2015 by Devon Kenny

Makeup Monday | Santa Clara Bay Area Photographer

Hello Dolls!!!! Mari here with an awesome and exciting makeup review.

Who doesn’t love finding great new makeup products with amazing color pay off at amazing price points??! Not many people know about this brand yet and I DON’T KNOW WHY!!!!?? It’s called Colour Pop, and all items are only $5.00. Yes, I said $5.00!!!!!! We know being here in Cali, especially Bay Area, we can definitely appreciate a good deal since everything is buku expensive here lol.

I have used lippies and eye shadows so far.
Let me start by saying the shadows are a creme to powder formula which is so easy to apply a light wash of color with a soft brush or pack on the pigment with your finger tip or a firm, flat brush. I definitely added some of these to my makeup artist kit! I highly suggest you wear an eye shadow primer for a longer wear (8-10 hrs), with out primer I did notice some fade out and some light creasing (4-5 hrs).

Lippies is what they call their chubby lip pencil. 🙂 So cute!! These lippies take the Â place of lipsticks in beautiful satin and matte finishes with a great wearability. Touch ups on lips for me was about 3-4 hrs apart. Not bad right??!

Take some time to check out their site and see the beautiful summer collection they have!
www.Colourpop.com

Ok I’m off to shop!!!! :)~ Stay beautiful Dolls! ~ Mari withÂ Dolled Up Services

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July 10, 2015 by Devon Kenny

Fashion Friday | Santa Cruz Bay Area Photographer

Hi ladies! Devon here with this weeks Fashion Friday. I’m so excited to share some ideas with you today. And actually I’m going to be sharing them with you every week as I’ll now be authoring all the Fashion Friday posts.

Today I thought it would be nice to show some examples of the outfits Danea suggested for the new 2015 Summer Special.

Danea’s first suggestion was a little black dress. Who doesn’t have at least one LBD in their closet? I know I have at least 3! Everyone loves a little black dress because it helps us feel a bit sexy and a bit sassy.

Don’t forget your favorite stiletto’s and that statementÂ piece of jewelry. If your shoes aren’t black that’s ok. Who doesn’t love a pop of color with a black dress.

Next up we have the gowns. We all have at least one fancy dress that weÂ wore to that wedding and now it just sits in the closet gathering dust?! Short, long, tea length, whatever yours looks like, ifÂ it makes you feel good then bring it!

You know that one pair of jeans you have? THAT ONE PAIR that fits so well it hugs every curve of your body and you make you feel amazing. We wanna see them! Your favorite jeans will look great paired with your favorite blouse and some cute ankle booties.

I came across this pin on Pinterest (I’m addicted!) and thought this was a great time to pass this information along to you. The tips are pretty helpful, but of course do what you feel looks best for you and your body type. You can read the full article here.

I hope this helps you ladies plan your outfits for the Summer Special. I know what’s going through your head right now, “My jeans would look great with that blouse in my closet and I have the perfect shoes”. Call us today and show them off!

Â Devon

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May 22, 2015 by Danea

Pamper Spa and Fun Photo shoots | San Jose Boudoir Photographer

Today was fun. I did my first “commercial” shoot working with a local mobile spa called Pamper. They have a cool Mobile app!

All you have to do is download the app, book the service you want and they will come to you! I’m excited to not only be working with them in the way of marketing photos but also to add their services to some of my own promotions, including two special announcements in the video below. So watch the video to find out more!

Happy Friday, everyone!!!

P.S. One of my favorite shots from today…

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