Flashback | Las Vegas Boudoir
A little flashback into 2009 around this time of year. Love her! Such a doll!
Hair & makeup by Hera Beauty
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Happy Halloween | Las Vegas Boudoir
Just wanted to take a minute to wish you all a very safe and happy Halloween weekend! Are you dressing up this year? I am running out to find a quick costume shortly! Can’t wait!
And because I hate to end a post without a pretty picture, here’s a recent one of a very foxy lady! Love ya Mrs H! Thanks for allowing me to share this one! You are the best!
xoxo
She has the most beautiful hair, doesn’t she?
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Lucky in Love | Las Vegas Bridal Boudoir
Mrs C is lucky in love. Not only is she loved by a new hubby but I was so impressed by how much her friends adore her. She was in Vegas for her Bachelorette party and had no idea what her girls were really up to. They had planned for about a month in advance her boudoir shoot, unbeknownst to her. Not only did they surprise her with the shoot in one of their suites, but they also took her lingerie shopping beforehand! Her happiness was incredibly important to them and they were all giddy with excitement, which totally rubbed off on Kat, Whitney and me. Even after having already done 2 boudoir shoots earlier that day, this one was as fresh as can be! The bachelorette party was an absolute riot! They all really wanted to stay for the actual shoot but gave the bride-to-be privacy so she could do her shoot without the worry of constantly cracking up. At one point we decided to do a couple of hallway shots. I opened the door and one of the girls almost came tumbling in! She was so cute, listening in at the doorway! And, then they all lined up along the hallway and quickly hid each time I took a shot of Mrs C. I will always remember how fun these girls were! Thank you to everyone involved….you girls were awesome! And, congratulations to Mrs C on her wedding!!!
Professional airbrush makeup & hair styling by Kat and Whitney of Hera Beauty.
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LUSH | Las Vegas Boudoir
My first experience with the store LUSH was at the airport in Toronto, Canada where I purchased my very first bath bomb. I remember being incredibly impressed with their handmade, natural products and fun atmosphere. I had no idea how amazing their products really were though until a recent visit to the LUSH location inside of Mandalay Place in Las Vegas. Oh. My. Gosh!!! I have tried countless products elsewhere to soften my skin but nothing has come close to doing the job until I discovered LUSH’s body lotions, massage bars, bath melts and body butters!
Here are some of the items I either purchased, sampled in the store or that are on my radar:
Want: King of Skin Body Butter
Want: Sympathy for the Skin Body Lotion
Want: Sultana of Soap (Kat purchased this!)
Want: Hollywood Bubble Bar
Sampled: Créme Anglais Body Lotion (LOVED this stuff!)
Purchased: Butterball Bath Bomb (super hydrating)
Purchased: You’ve Been Mangoed Bath Melt (super hydrating)
Purchased: Each Peach Massage Bar (I used this early this morning instead of body lotion
directly after my shower and my skin is STILL incredibly moisturized at 8pm)
Purchased: Bubblegum Lip Scrub (You can lick it right off!)
Have you ever tried their products? If so, what are your favorites?
P.S. The massage bar gives your skin a nice sheen and might be just the right moisturizer to use for your boudoir shoot!
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Silver Screen Siren | Las Vegas Boudoir
I have been so excited to post these images from my recent shoot with Mrs W. Everything about them just screams glamour to me. We all decided to do the styling for this one a bit different than Mrs W is used to since she has had her boudoir images taken with me before on a prior trip to Vegas. Kat and Whitney of Hera Beauty went with a more retro, Old Hollywood Starlet sort of look with her hair and makeup. Mrs W even brought sexy red shoes for this, quite a departure for her, as she is an avid devotee to black as far as her wardrobe is concerned. And, as always, she was adorned in gorgeous accessories! I think she looks divine, don’t you?
Love you Mrs W! You are an amazing woman!
Professional airbrush makeup and hair styling by Kat and Whitney of Hera Beauty.
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30% Off Print Special | Las Vegas Boudoir
As a thank you to all of my past clients, I would like to offer you a chance to purchase prints of any image that has already been retouched at a discount of 30% off. For instance, if you already purchased an album, but wish you had some of the images as prints too, now is your chance to get them at 30% off!
I have extended your galleries with the original passwords (email me if you need it again), so just go into your gallery and order to your hearts content and enter the code, 30august upon check-out.
Offer good only on print orders and only for images that have already been used for other products previously. Offer expires August 30, 2010. Galleries will expire on August 31, 2010.
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What’s Sexy Now Series | Las Vegas Boudoir
This installment of What’s Sexy Now features a great gal most of you should be familiar with by now, Hera Beauty’s makeup extraordinaire, Kat Ludens. Kat gives some great answers here and proves that she not only has an amazing sense of style but also that she knows her music, as some of you have experienced from listening to her cool playlists while she has done your makeup. By the way Kat, #1 Crush is one of MY all-time fav ‘sexy’ songs too!
- What makes a woman sexy?
I think passion, self-esteem, and attitude makes a woman sexy. Sexy doesn’t have to be about big boobs or long hair, it’s all about how you feel and carry yourself. I’ve met plenty of women who look gorgeous but are obsessed with their flaws and I’ve met women who look at their flaws and accept and embrace them! Happiness is the key, and a genuine, happy outlook is always much sexier than the constant search for perfection. (And a lot less tiring, I imagine!) Passion is also sexy- no matter what you are passionate about, from shoes to Star Wars, if it’s something you love, keep loving it and let the world know you love it, even if it requires flying your freak flag high! - Famous female that most embodies sexy to you:
Oh… do I have to just pick one? I love Gwen Stefani for her fashion sense- no one else rocks the platinum blonde pomp, red lips and girl-who-hangs-with-boys attitude. I love Pink for being the badass girl who can ask her man to marry her, looks even hotter with pixie hair, and looks like she’d be fun to have a drink with. And I love Gaga for just putting it all out there, no matter how crazy, no matter what anyone else thinks, and being passionate about her art. - Favorite sexy film or literature (or both):
I don’t know if I really have a favorite, but here are a few that stand out to me! Movie: Boxing Helena- a dark and twisty romance about obsession, deception, and amputation. Book: The Lover- another dark and twisty romance about obsession, an impossible affair, and sexual awakening. Book & TV: True Blood. What’s not to love about Vampires, werewolves and a telepathic waitress? Plus, the show casts the hottest actors. If you’re not watching, you’re missing out! - Song or Album that never fails to put you in a sexy mood:
I think I have to go with some classic albums:
Enigma, MCMXC, A.D. – This album’s moody atmosphere, slow beats and breathy whispers make it an instant sexy classic! There is also something about the French lyrics that just ooze sexy. (Check out this key track: Principles of Lust: Sadeness)
Madonna, Erotica - Madonna released this album and her Sex book around the same time, generating major flack from critics and the general public. Personally, I think this is one of her best albums ever and so, so sexy. In fact, I had to buy this album 3 times because it keeps getting taken from my collection! (Key tracks: Erotica, Where Life Begins, Fever)
Also, here’s a couple of sexy songs:
Conjure One: Sleep
Bliss: Kissing
Lamb: Gorecki
Garbage: #1 Crush - Fashion trend, item or designer collection that you find sexy:
Black, patent leather Louboutin heels, nude stilettos, lots of eyeliner, and glossy lips! - Sexy destination:
An overwater bungalow on a white sand beach, or a private cabin in the woods! - What makes you feel sexy?
Being loved and loving back!
Below are some images Kat found online to go along with her answers above (she selected some pretty incredible imagery, didn’t she?):
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Dream Girl | Las Vegas Boudoir
With the face of an angel and a body that just doesn’t stop, Miss C’s boudoir session was smokin’ hot! She was so at ease in her own skin and I think it shows in her pics, don’t you? Thanks Miss C for a fun and fabulous shoot! You rock!
On another exciting note, this was a brand new venue for me, one I hope to be doing lots more boudoir shoots at! It is called Rumor and it’s a boutique style hotel that Vegas has needed for a long time! Super stylish, with lots of personality and a very accommodating staff, this is the place to stay if you are looking for something a little different. It’s a great place for locals to hang out at too, with a cool bar and restaurant (both with delicious menus) and a pool perfect for lounging with a group of friends – this could very well become my home away from home! Watch their Facebook page for lots of upcoming events and specials.
Professional airbrush makeup application by LaVey Lauren Ortiz, celebrity makeup artist and hair by Miss C, herself (she is an amazing hairstylist)
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Boudoir Style: Luxe Look For Less | Las Vegas Boudoir
One of my clients recently brought to her shoot the most stunning corset from Agent Provocateur for one of her ‘looks’ that I wanted to share with you here. Unfortunately I can’t show the images I took of her in it out of respect for her privacy (she opted to keep her photos to herself on her model release form). But, I found it on the Agent Provocateur website so you can see for yourself! It photographs beautifully. At $390 it’s a bit pricey for a lot of us women, but I found a very similar one on the Victoria’s Secret website for $58 (available in black, red & pink – I personally prefer the black one), in case you want something like this for your own boudoir shoot. Corsets are perfect for almost every body shape, but especially if your tummy is a problem area that you would like to diminish rather than highlight in your photos.
Happy shopping!
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Couple’s Boudoir | Las Vegas Boudoir Photography
Fresh off the plane all the way from North Carolina, this gorgeous couple could have done a photo shoot even in their sleep and looked hot! This was actually my boyfriend Joe’s good friend Mr. R and his beautiful girlfriend Miss R. It ended up being a condensed couples shoot since we divided the time also doing a boudoir session for Miss R (more from that to come later). Love the images from their session! These two were total naturals in front of the camera, wouldn’t you agree?
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Fit and Fabulous | Las Vegas Boudoir Photography
My clients amaze me on a daily basis with their beauty and overall fabulousness and Ms. J was no exception. Not only was she gorgeous and in amazing shape, but she was fun and interesting. She had studied interior design, something I’m crazy about myself, and I found her absolutely fascinating! She credits her incredible physique with weight training and riding her bike (not just casual outings, mind you, but miles and miles). Such an inspiration!
Thank you Ms. J for a fabulous time! Your pictures are amazing and you were such an inspiration to me!
Professional airbrush makeup and hair styling by Kat & Whitney of Hera Beauty (winners of the 2010 WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Award)
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Cotton Candy Girls | Las Vegas Boudoir
Mrs. H and Mrs. D met through an online book forum and became fast friends through their shared love of the Twilight series…before it was even well known amongst the masses. Though they live in different states, they make it a point of getting the girls together from their group and meeting in a different state annually for good, girly fun. This time they had decided to take on Vegas!
I felt so fortunate to get to work with these two. We had talked for several months leading up to their shoot, so I knew that they were going to be a lot of fun. They certainly didn’t disappoint! Amongst the giggles, grins and girl talk, we had a total blast! I had cotton candy on hand during their photo shoot and while they tried their best to avoid it at first, I noticed the pile of pink gradually starting to disappear. A fun time was definitely had by all, especially me! Thank you girls for letting me (and Hera Beauty) play a part in your trip to Vegas and for allowing me to post these photos.
Professional airbrush makeup and hair styling by Kat & Whitney of Hera Beauty (winners of the 2010 WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Award)
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Birthday Girl – Las Vegas Boudoir Photographer
Mrs G and I had been talking for months planning for her photo shoot. She was going to be doing her shoot in honor of her upcoming 30th birthday. She came in with some great ideas and awesome outfits! I especially love the outfit she wore that was a pretty lace black bra with black panties and waist high fishnets! I had been hoping someone would bring an outfit with fishnets like that for so long, so when she pulled that out of her bag I was so excited! I just knew it would photograph beautifully. I am just head over heels for her photos….aren’t they lovely? We had a great time during her shoot and then she left and hopped a flight (looking like a total movie star) for the rest of her birthday celebration in New York and Washington DC!
Hope you had a grand birthday Mrs G! Thank you for letting me be a part of it!
Professional airbrush makeup and hair styling by Kat and Whitney of Hera Beauty, winners of the 2010 WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Award
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Featured on the Boudoir Photography Network
I was recently asked by Robin Owen, a fellow photographer and owner/creator of the very resourceful Boudoir Photography Network (a boudoir photographer referral site) to write an article as her first Guest Post! I decided to write about ideas for maximizing your boudoir session. You can check it out here.
Thank you so much Robin for inviting me to participate on your valuable website! You are the best!
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Lingerie Resources | Las Vegas Boudoir Photography
I get lots of inquiries regarding good sites to shop for lingerie from and while I keep quite a few sites listed on the side of the blog (to the right), I wanted to list my absolute favorites on this post for you now. While some of these are more expensive than, let’s say, Victoria’s Secret, or less accessible (as some are Europe based companies), you can always use these as examples in finding similar, more affordable options when you go on your search for the perfect attire for your shoot.
Hope you enjoy browsing these amazing sites!
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Wish List Wednesday
This week I have lots of home decor items on my wish-list.
First up is an office chair I have been lusting over for years. I love the shape of these, but wonder if they are comfortable enough for someone who spends hours upon hours at their desk. If any of you own a chair similar to this, I would love to hear your opinion on the comfort of them.
Yesterday I stumbled upon this living room display for Z Gallerie. I thought it was decadently beautiful. I am normally drawn to white furniture or something like this (a neutral gray) where you can add pops of color to the room with artwork and accents.
I have come to the conclusion that my all-time favorite kitchen and bathroom countertop material is Carrara Marble. Michelangelo used this type of marble for his famous David statue. I am totally obsessed with it right now. What is your favorite countertop surface?
{{kitchen image via Canadian House & Home}}
{{bathroom image via Decor Pad}}
Okay, enough day-dreaming! Back to work for me! Hope you all are having a fabulous Wednesday!
I would love to hear what’s on your wish-list right now!
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Tonight’s the Night! Las Vegas Boudoir
It’s Haute Shots first anniversary and I’m excited to be celebrating it this evening with all of you! It’s because of YOU that Haute Shots has come this far, so it’s really a party for all of us! I’m thrilled to be getting so many of my past clients together for this celebration. Each and every one of you is so fabulous and I think it will be fun for you all to meet each other! See who all you recognize from my blog!
The event will be taking place at the Blue Martini in Town Square from 7:30-10pm. There will be cute, girly prizes for a couple of drawings based on the names of those of you who have RSVP’d. Please RSVP here (if you haven’t done so already) or send me an email at info@hauteshots.net with RSVP in the subject line of your email.
From the bottom of my heart, I would like to thank each and every one of you for helping to make Haute Shots a success! I wake up every single morning thankful to be on this incredible journey with all of you!
Hope to see you all there!
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Shooting a Shooter – Las Vegas Boudoir
In the time leading up to WPPI (Wedding & Portrait Professionals International) conference last month I had quite a few inquiries from other boudoir photographers who were going to be in town and wanted to get a boudoir session from me for themselves. Unfortunately I had to turn away all but one pretty lady due to my crazy schedule that week. I felt so bad about not being able to do all of the shoots but am grateful for the opportunity to have done at least one shoot for another photographer.
I have to admit I was nervous as all get out (then again, I’m always nervous about EVERYTHING…lol)! When shooting for another photographer, you know you are dealing with a person who has a highly trained eye so the pressure to deliver perfection is even stronger. But, Mrs T walked in and put my nerves at ease with her charming personality, fun ideas for her shoot and her absolute beauty. It ended up being one of the funnest shoots ever! Something about her reminded me of Kate Beckinsale…she is a real looker! And the girl knew how to pose!
Thank you Mrs. T for a fabulous time! Looking forward to next year when we can do it again!
Hair by Whitney of Hera Beauty and makeup by Natasha!
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What’s Sexy Now? Guest 1 – Las Vegas Boudoir
Haute Shots is proud to be starting a new blog series called, What’s Sexy Now featuring smart, fashionable, successful & fabulous women giving their thoughts on what makes a woman sexy and sharing some of their favorite sexy things from films to fashion.
I wanted to kick the series off with the lovely Alison Rubke of the all-too-fabulous blog, Frou Frou Fashionista and owner of one of the most exquisite lingerie boutiques in the US, Faire Frou Frou, (Faire Frou Frou means ‘to show off’ in French – too cute!). She has impeccable taste and I am so happy that she is sharing some of her insights with us all here. And in case you missed Alison’s prior guest spot on Haute Shots, you can find her past post here.
Without further ado, here are Alison’s answers and imagery that she finds sexy:
- What makes a woman sexy?
- Famous female that most embodies sexy to you:
- Favorite sexy film or literature (or both):
- Song or Album that never fails to put you in a sexy mood:
- Fashion trend, item or designer collection that you find sexy:
- Sexy destination:
- What makes you feel sexy?
A woman is sexy when she has a positive attitude, a sweet charm, class, confidence and intelligence. Those qualities make a woman beautiful.
When listing the sexy qualities in a woman I was thinking of Sarah Jessica Parker…something about her is just so cool. I love her personality! Or even someone like Grace Kelly…such a beauty with a bit of mystery.
Hmm, sexy film or book? Does Twilight count (LOL!)…I read quite a bit, but nothing too sexy. To be honest, I’m more of a romantic comedy personality. So movies like “Something’s Gotta Give” and “You’ve Got Mail” are my favorites.
Sexy mood music is definitely most R&B music. From “Sexual Healing” Marvin Gaye to “Make Love to You” by Boyz to Men to “Get Off” by Prince to “Nasty Boy” by Christina Aguilera…oh my goodness, there are so many good ones! However, in our lingerie boutique we play a lot of flirty music from Brigitte Bardot and Marilyn Monroe which is provocative in a fun way.
The ultimate sexy item is thigh high/stockings with a garter & high heels (Louboutins of course!). Being a lingerie boutique owner, I understand the importance of lingerie boosting your mood. Some incredibly hot designers right now are Lascivious and Damaris…both are tastefully daring! When you see someone like Dita von Teese perform and use her stockings as a prop, you really get an idea of how sexy lingerie can be. On a completely different note, I find black & white photography very sexy…just take a look at anything by Ellen von Unwerth and you will understand!
I think a sexy destination is a place that is visually stimulating with a lot of rich history and beautiful architecture. Places like Paris, London, Vienna and Amsterdam come to mind.
The boost of confidence certainly comes from creating a good presentation of myself. From a light perfume to a darling bra to pretty jewels and accessories. I really enjoy developing my style and really find joy in fashion. I enjoy finding ways to work lingerie into my outerwear, whether it’s pretty stockings or a statement bra with pretty straps, making these looks work are certainly morale boosters.
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Blushing Bride-To-Be – Las Vegas Boudoir
Miss H came to me from Northern California while she was in Vegas preparing for her upcoming wedding. She decided to do her shoot at 8 in the morning, a hard time to feel ones sexiest, but she was amazing at that hour! The camera absolutely loved her (just look those incredible eyes!) and I had a blast starting my day with this beauty! Thank you Miss H for a great boudoir session! And congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I am sooo excited for you!
Hair by Whitney of Hera Beauty and makeup by Natasha from Michael Boychuck’s COLOR Salon (filling in for Kat).
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Haute Shots Products – Las Vegas Boudoir
Sorry I haven’t been posting on the blog lately. I’ve been super busy with lots of shoots and tons of orders as well as my dog Mazzy’s surgery (she had a lump removed from the top of her head….I was a bigger baby than she was!). I also have been working on a lot of images that I don’t have permission to display, which made me want to remind everyone that all of the images on my website & blog are ONLY used with my clients permission. I have my clients fill out a form at the time of their session stating what they are comfortable with as far as usage of their images goes.
Because a lot of my clients have hubby’s that travel a lot I decided to create something my girls can tuck inside their suitcases to remind the guys of the gorgeous gal awaiting their return. I thought this mini-accordian style book would be perfect for this. It is 3×3 inches of pure hauteness! You can choose from the red or black covers with magnetic closure.
And, for the guys who want to gift their gal with boudoir, I now have gift certificates! Email me for more information.
Haute Shots is proud to be donating to an upcoming charity, so I made a little promo book so the guests can learn what a fabulous experience a boudoir session is with my team.
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Sexy Savings in April – Las Vegas Boudoir
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Wednesday Wish List | Las Vegas Boudoir
Joe and I are in a race to buy a house by summertime. We have been looking and putting offers on homes since last summer/fall and keep getting beaten by investors with cash offers. I am seriously beginning to think that homes aren’t even being sold to real people who want to actually live in them. Neighborhoods in Vegas are rapidly being bought up and turned into rentals only. Not sure what that does to the value of a neighborhood, but surely it couldn’t be good. It definitely doesn’t sit well with us and we are losing hope more each day. Our dream was to have a house with a pool by summer so we could entertain friends & family.
This leads me to my Wednesday Wish List. On it this week, a house by my favorite architect Richard Neutra, a snazzy outdoor seating set from West Elm and a mini-vacation to somewhere beachy. We are considering a short vacay to either San Diego or Newport Beach!
What are you wishing for this week?
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Canadian Beauty | Las Vegas Boudoir
Mrs H came for her session while visiting Vegas all the way from Canada! It just so happens that she was the first of 2 sessions with girls from Canada that day! Mrs H was so much fun though! Her peppy spirit, beautiful eyes and gorgeous smile totally won me over! Here’s what she had to say about her sneak peeks:
“SCREAM!!!!!!!!! That’s me screaming in excitement!!! I totally love the teasers, (and they are teasers for sure) my husband loved them! I can’t wait to see all of them. Pat on the back to you and your team – great job. You are a wonderful photographer and a great presence to be around. Thank you so much.” ~Mrs H
I loved how she wore a cute shorts jumper as one of her outfits. It will give her more usage from her photographs that way! While she may not want to show everyone the pics of her in lingerie, she can certainly share the other pics on facebook etc. Smart girl!
Hair by Whitney of Hera Beauty and makeup by Natasha who was filling in for Kat while she was on maternity leave. Congrats to Kat on her beautiful baby boy!
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