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May 4, 2015 by Danea

Makeup Monday

Smashbox Primer Water

Good morning lovelies!!!! Mari here bringing this weeks makeup Monday. Today I wanted to discuss one of my new faves!!!! Here’s a makeup artist secret which is totally affordable too!!! Living in the Bay Area we know we must be ready for a sudden change in weather pretty often, hot sunny San Jose days or chilly foggy San Francisco nights! One way of keeping your makeup beautiful is with the new Smashbox primer water!!!! It’s amazing!!! Use it under makeup to prime the skin and then over your finished makeup as a setting spray. This is an awesome alternative to traditional primer which can feel to oily or have too much slip on the skin. Primer water will help seal in your beautiful makeup while refreshing and giving electrolytes to the skin. Perfect for long work days, weddings and of course your Boudoir Coterie photo session! Check out this product inside Macy’s or Nordstrom here in San Jose or the Smashbox website which I linked. Hope you enjoy it and send in any of your personal feedback on it!

www.Smashbox.com

Stay Beautiful!!! XoxoÂ Mari with Dolled Up Services

April 30, 2015April 30, 2015 by Danea

No Excuses! | San Jose Bay Area Boudoir Photography

Finally!

Early last year I had a few ideas for some promo videos. Unfortunately they have sat on the back burner for months and months. Finally, just over a week ago I realized that now was the time and I had the perfect person for my first shoot. I gave a past client, Miss F a call. It has been a year since she graced my studio but she had given me a full release and I figured she might be game. I pitched her my idea and what it would require from her(you’ll see), she laughed, paused and then agreed. Yay! We got together at the Boudoir Coterie San Jose Studio on Tuesday morning and with the help of my lovely assistant, Devon, shot everything we needed to make this happen. Of course the artist in me kept thinking of so many more things I could have done with this during the creation process but I am pretty dang thrilled with how it turned out!

This is the first video from my “No Excuses” campaign which will address some of the reasons I hear from women as to why they “can’t” book.

Can you guess what this video is addressing? Hahaha

So without further adieu, my video promo debut!

If you guessed nerves or embarrassment then you win! Yeah, so you don’t actually win anything but the satisfaction of being correct. Go ahead and give yourself a high five, smarty pants!And now, click HERE and book yourself a session! I promise it will be just as fun as in the video and no, you won’t fall. That was totally staged, and she did a fantastic job at it, don’t you think!? Haha.

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April 20, 2015 by Danea

Makeup Monday | San Jose Bay Area Makeup Artist Photography

I would like to introduce myself to you since I will be bringing you Boudoir Coterie’s Makeup Monday! My name is Mari, owner of Dolled Up Services in San JoseÂ . I have over 12 years of experience as a Hair & Makeup artist! I’m excited to get this started so please comment on what you would like to read about in regards to makeup, beauty or even skin!

I have received many questions regarding highlight and contour and let me start by saying you DON’T have to look like Kim K to achieve mastering this technique! LOL highlight is achieved by adding a lighter tone(two shades lighter than skin) to the areas you want to bring out or accentuate , such as over brows, under brow bone, over cheek bone, cupids bow and over nose bridge. Contouring is a blend of a warmer bronze tone and a neutral brown(two shades darken than skin) to sculpt and create shadows in the face which will make the areas appear slimmer or more defined, such as near hair line, sides of nose bridge and tip, under cheek bones, chin and neck line. Now the million dollar tip for you is to accentuate and sculpt the part YOU want to bring forward or the part YOU want to slim or diminish. You do not have to highlight and sculpt every area unless you want a very defined and made up outcome. Hope this helps dolls!!!!!

Hair and Makeup by Mari

Please visit my website if you have any questions and drop me an email! www.dolledupservices.com
Stay beautiful , Mari <3

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April 17, 2015 by Danea

Fashion Friday | Saratoga CA Boudoir Photography

I’m not going to lie, or hide it. I LOVE chiffon and peek-a-boo lingerie. I have mentioned it before, but I have a slight addiction to vintage Peignoir sets on ebay. When I saw this gorgeous what to wear guide on Polyvore I knew I had to share. Unfortunately these pieces are just a wee bit out of my price range, but they are simply stunning! Such a classy look to each option and with some thrifty shopping one could easily find some lower price alternatives!

I am starting to collect a few pieces to have in our San Jose studio, that way if clients cannot find something I will have some options on hand.

So what do you think about these sexy see through boudoir wardrobe ideas?

Kinda has a Great Gatsby vibe, and I’m all for the classic Hollywood look. So don’t be afraid to go old school sexy with a modern twist!

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April 15, 2015 by Danea

Boudoir Session | San Jose Beautiful and Sexy Portrait Studio

This is Miss K. She is sweet, funny and daring. She also ROCKED her boudoir session.

I am so thrilled to be able to share the majority of her images. Although, like many others it kills me a little to not be able to share the super sexy, semi naughty but still very tasteful(hehehe) nude sheet set! So for all those freaking out a little about privacy and whether you have to share images, I take it VERY seriously!!! You do not have to share anything. Being able to show boudoir session images is fantastic for both me, so I can show off my work, the client, who get’s ooh’d and aah’d over and for potential clients who want to say everyday women looking amazing!

Miss K knew exactly what she wanted when she arrived at our San Jose studio. She was well prepared with fabulous outfits that fit her beautifully and highlighted her amazing curves!

The funny part is that it took her almost a year to finally book and it was well worth the wait! You look gorgeous Miss K and thank you so much for allowing me to share your fabulous Boudoir Coterie photo session!

I love this Dollhouse Betty outfit!

I LOVE this baby doll and how we glammed it up with jewels. She exudes sexiness and confidence! You go girl!!!

And of course that sweet and natural sexy “girl next door look”. 🙂

Did I mention that this beautiful gal has already hinted to wanting to schedule another shoot? Hehehe. I don’t blame her, she looks hot as hell.

Now that’s how you work a boudoir session!

Thanks again Miss K!

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January 13, 2015 by Danea

Tushy Tuesday |San Jose bay Area Sexy Pictures

Happy Tushy Tuesdays 2015!

Here’s to another year filled with fabulous tushies. Lace, bare, garters, mesh covered, satin, you name it and we’ll have the wonderful tushies to share!

408.866.1804 | bcoterie @sbcglobal.net

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January 12, 2015 by Danea

Coterie Rear of the Year– Winner(s) | San Jose Bay Area Boudoir Photographer

I will happily admit that I kept tabs on voting all week and multiple times a day. It was exciting to see the votes coming in. Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote and to all the wonderful ladies who have allowed me to share their fabulous images. These tushies belong to such a range of ladies, different ethnicity, single, married, kids no kids, it’s a fabulous group and I am thrilled to get to work with so many different women. Best job ever!

Now for the results… It was a close race between #4 and #9 , they were neck and neck all week. They were so close in fact, that I have decided to award both of them!

Congratulation Ladies, I’ll be in touch shortly!

Â Thanks again to everyone who participated! Watch for the new year of tushies starting tomorrow! 🙂

408.866.1804 | bcoterie @sbcglobal.net

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Keep updated on all that is happening with Boudoir Coterie by joining our VIP Mailing list. Youâ€™ll also be the first to hear about upcoming events and specials, be privileged to VIP only offers, makeup and fashion tips and much more! P.S. We do not share or sell your info and you can unsubscribe at any time!

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