London Boudoir Photography: Annie’s Dark and Mysterious Boudoir Photo Shoot
Miss A is a professional dancer (the respectable has been training since she could walk type of dancer, not the type that works after dark and takes payment in small notes). Miss A has recently changed her hair colour from a sunny blonde to a dark and mysterious brunette. You’d be surprised how much a dancer’s physical appearance factors into what jobs they do and doesn’t get. So with new hair ready, Annie was in dire need of some great images to update her portfolio. When she in touch and explained her dilemma to me, I welcomed her to the dark side with open arms, and we got busy planning an fun but edgy, fashion-forward session.
In preparation for our amazing shoot, we met up at a coffee shop for hair and makeup that morning. In an out of the way place at 9AM, you’d think we would be able to enjoy a quiet, relaxed atmosphere and caffeinate ourselves in peace. However, for the better part of an hour we were treated to the ramblings of a strange man, who talked SO loudly that he just would not be ignored. He was that particular sort of person that does not require an audience for a conversation, if you’re within earshot, you’re his target. Despite repeated and obvious attempts to indicate we weren’t interested in having an extended chat with him, we were lectured about all manner of BS, including a speech about how he knows all the dirty little secrets behind the Olympic Stadium (?) and how he’s worked for millionaires in Dubai, what he thinks about Boris, and loads of other rubbish. He even interrupted the people next to us several times, who were clearly in the middle of an interview.
Then it started to rain. Hard.
What’s that they say about best laid plans again?
But we would not be deterred! We escaped Mr. Loudmouth, got out our brollies out, and walked to our shoot location in the rain. As you do:)
This is one of my favourite spots for outdoor sessions, and a great little hideaway for a London Boudoir Photography session of your own. There are usually a few runners on the main path, but plenty of little places to shoot off the beaten track. It’s been my experience that runners are pretty camera shy anyway, they usually steer well clear of me.
Unfortunately, it was still raining, but we made it work.
Fall is my favourite time of year to shoot here too, such pretty Autumn colours. I loved photographing Annie, she’s just so darn NICE to everyone.
Who else is jealous of Miss A’s abs? I know it’s not just me…
Annie has an A line hair cut at the moment, but she’s planning to grow it out. Since these London Boudoir Photography images were primarily for sending off to castings and her agents (and getting Miss A PAID), we used extensions in most of her images to future proof them. Don’t you think she looks so different? I feel like I photographed two people!
Miss A wore an effortless, cool wardrobe of black jean shorts, a scallop edged black bra, and an oversized button down blouse. We paired this look with on-trend chunky heeled boots, because they look great, and also because stilettos are mighty difficult to wear in the mud.
I really love layering outfits with a blouse like this. It gives us the option to cover up bits you’re not fond of, and also gives you something to do with your hands.
For our second wardrobe look, we really went for it. Annie had created a Pinterest board for me with images she liked, so I knew exactly what she was looking for.
We went for a very dark makeup look. It’s not my first choice for most London Boudoir Photography sessions, but it was what the fashion doctor ordered for Miss A, and I think it looks great on her. I love that image of her on the left, such a stunning pair of eyes!
Besides, if you’re going to be hanging out under a bridge in the rain, you may as well look the part, right? Love these – so very different from the perky preppy blonde persona she had been projecting before.
I loved this dress too, which we all agreed was very ‘a la Florence – a black lace cross and sleeves with a waterfall hem. Can you believe it’s just another bargain bin winner from H&M?
Just a few more of the beautiful Miss A. She told me she hates her legs, and I promptly told her to shut up.
You don’t have to show off a lot of skin to look stunning and sexy. Have I proven this to you yet?
Miss A, you were awesome. Thanks for being such a good sport about the coffee shop drama and all the rain, it’s definitely paid off with really strong images:) Next time, we’ll shoot somewhere sunny and warm, and we’ll have coffee and tea in a proper Starbucks or something, haha!
xx
Stormy
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Whether you’re aiming to look dark and mysterious like Miss A, or sweet and sassy, I’d love to help you plan an amazing London Boudoir Photography experience that will leave you feeling exhilarated and confident. Boudoir photographs make great gifts for a partner or husband, and are the perfect escape for busy Mums. If you’d like to find out more about how it all works, I’d be happy to talk your ear off about it. I really love what I do, and I’m confident you’ll love what a Rebel & Romance Boudoir Photography Session can do for you and the way you feel about yourself.
