London Hen Party : A Burlesque Themed Boudoir Party!
If you’re planning a London Hen Party soon, you’re definitely going to want to check this out…
I’m thrilled to announce that Rebel and Romance is now offering Hen Parties! We’ve got several different packages available, so whether you want to keep it simple with a Boudoir Photography Experience Package, or go hog wild with a Burlesque Themed Boudoir Party (complete with Burlesque dance lessons, makeovers, and a photo shoot for each Hen!), we’ve got something to suit. If you’ve got something special in mind, we’ll come up with a bespoke idea for a bespoke bride!
Every London Hen Party package includes the following for each Hen; a nerve-calming welcome drink, nibbles, a professionally edited and retouched (airbrushed) 5×7 print, and a 5×7 print of the whole group together. We’ve also got a giant selection of designer lingerie, corsets, and fabulous shoes in a variety of sizes, so no need to spend out for new digs. If you’re working to a budget for your London Hen Party, you’re welcome to brink your own drinks and order in food to the studio too!
I could tell you over and over how much fun we had at our first London Hen Party / Burlesque Boudoir Party, but I think it would be best to just show you…
(For this London Hen Party, the Hens chose a Burlesque Boudoir theme. We arranged to have a full makeover for each hen, as well as a burlesque dance lesson and a Rebel & Romance photo shoot experience.)
Below, a behind the scenes look at a Burlesque Dance Lesson, taught by the lovely Miss Zuki….
Fabulous, no?!
Next, it’s makeover time! For our first London Hen Party, I was joined by the lovely and talented session stylist Emma Hellier, who is the owner and pink-haired sweetheart from the Emma Hellier Salon. Professional makeup artists Emma K and Jennifer Garcia also joined us to create beautiful, glamourous boudoir makeup looks for each Hen, and you can tell from the testimonials that they really outdid themselves!
The Hens from this London Hen Party gave me permission to post their “before” pictures, and although each of them is beautiful just how they are, you can really see what a little pampering and camera magic can do!
My first lovely Hen – Miss Emmira…
Miss Emmira is stunning, no? I love love love her corset, it’s such a great way to do a Burlesque look!
And this is how to do feather boas – classy, not trashy!
Emmira is wearing our sequined Armani heels here, which are yours to borrow for any session. Emmira, you’re a knockout! Thanks so much mama!
Watch the video below for Emmira’s thoughts on her session. (I promise I didn’t tell any of these girls what to say!)
Next up, the lovely Miss Selda!
Before…
And after! Selda is wearing a Victoria’s Secret lace up corset and lacy, strappy black bottoms, both from our boudoir wardrobe.
She also happens to have the most amazing hair…ever.
SO PRETTY! Selda, you were fab, thanks for a great shoot!
My next victim was Jasz…
…who is just so fierce that it makes you a little sick.
Miss Jasz is the perfect example of how to make your boudoir shoot reflect your personality. If you’re a colorful, bold, bright person, then choose your lingerie to follow suit!
You can always tone it down with a black and white image anyway!
Jasz looks amazing upside down. It’s a fact! Thanks for a great shoot lady!
And then there was Victoria,
who totally blew me away!
Is she not the classiest lip-ring wearer you’ve ever seen in your life?!
I love her Tim Burton inspired lingerie too, so cool! And those eyes….!!
Oh Miss Uma Thurman Victoria, you are so beautiful – inside and out! I’m so glad you enjoyed your time with us!
Last but not least, Miss Emma! Emma was our hairstylist for this London Hen Party, and we were having so much fun that she got talked into joining the rest of the girls!
Emma is like a little bundle of fire – gorgeous blue eyes and shocking pink hair.
Emma is wearing a pink corset with black lace detail and a frilly black tu-tu, both from our boudoir wardrobe. Her shoes were a gift from her Mr. – a man with very good taste it seems!
Oooh Emma, I can’t thank you enough – your were amazeballs!
So that’s it! Massive thanks to all the lovely Hens, Emma (hairstylist), Emma (makeup artist) and Jenn, and of course Miss Zuki! Hope to see all of you girls again very soon!
Prices and more information on ALL our London Hen Party Packages are available here!
London Boudoir Photography: Miss Zuki’s Boudoir Photo Shoot
This week’s London Boudoir Photography session stars Miss Zuki,
…dancer, student, yummy mummy, and gorgeous to boot! We started off with a ballet inspired London Boudoir Photography look, complete with a frilly tu-tu and Victoria’s Secret corset borrowed from our lingerie wardrobe here at the studio.
Zuki felt confident doing her own boudoir makeup so we skipped having a professional makeup artist for her session. I think she did such a great job – heaven knows I can’t manage eyeliner wings like that!
Zuki teaches belly dancing classes, so her second London Boudoir Photography look was inspired by those shimmying hips. I love love love the gold beaded belt she brought along. The flowered bra in the image above right is also borrowed from our lingerie wardrobe here at the studio. Zuki’s shoes are her own.
It’s hard work looking so glamourous, so we moved things to the bedroom set for a bit.
I love this boudoir photo on the left – it’s the perfect blend of casual, sexy, and approachable. Sure to lure in any man!
You can never ever go wrong with sky high strappy heels and great hair. It’s a matter of fact.
Oh Zuki – it must be hard to be so beautiful!
Our last set for this London Boudoir Photography session was a pretty-in-pink ensamble,
…with one amazing head shot to finish up a fabulous shoot! Miss Zuki, thanks so much for a wonderful shoot! Can’t wait to get going with our little project – see you very soon!
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For the second half of her plus size boudoir session, Annie and I headed outside. We wanted these images to have a much more fashion oriented look, which I think we managed nicely with a black victorian era top and lacy short bottoms courtesy of Victoria’s Secret.
Bold lips, a messy up do, and glamourous earrings complete the look. Fierce!
If you missed the first half of this plus size boudoir session, then you should know that Annie is a fabulous plus size model with a heart of gold. She’s had loads of success in the industry, working for big names like Marks and Spencer and Special K!
Miss Annie has just recently signed with one of the most well respected plus size modelling agencies, Hughes Models.
Big surprise right? She’s so stunning, of course she’s on their books! If you’re feeling shocked that this is what a plus size model looks like, I HEAR YOU. The fashion industry needs a bit of a reality check if you ask me!
To finish up the shoot, we decided to get a little crazy. Larah, our makeup artist for this plus size boudoir session, was right on cue. She whipped out the most extravagant false eyelashes I’ve ever seen! I had my doubts, but was pleasantly surprised when these images turned out looking so cool!
Something about these reminds me of Rachel Bilson….maybe it’s Annie’s swagger!
Did someone say pin up?
Oh Annie! You’re fab fab fab! Thanks for an amazing day, can’t wait to see you again!
Annie is a successful plus size model, so much so that her cv includes powerhouse companies like Marks and Spencer and Special K. She’s also done a load of plus size boudoir work, modelling lingerie for all sorts of catalogs and campaigns.
Annie also happens to be one of nicest, friendliest people you’re ever going to meet! We started off our boudoir photo shoot with a simple blue lingerie set and a natural makeup look.
But what’s a plus size boudoir session without a little glamour, eh? Annie changed into a sumptuous lavender playsuit for her second look, and we got down to business with a smoky eye.
Now, I know what you’re thinking…. “Ummm, really? THIS GIRL is plus size?! THIS is plus size boudoir?” (And I hear you!) In the real world – no. Annie is beautiful and healthy at a completely normal size 14. However, in the starved world of fashion where a meal consisting of ice chips and lettuce leaves is acceptable – yes, Annie is plus size. *rolls eyes*
The good news is that even on the catwalks things are starting to change, and I’m so pleased to learn that Annie has just been accepted to one of the most prestigious plus size modelling agencies, the one and only Hughes Models!
With a face like that, it’s no surprise they snapped her up!
Annie and I had such a great shoot that I just can’t narrow down my favorites, so I’ll be posting more from her session later this week! Stay tuned for some fabulous outdoor boudoir and playful pin up props!
London Boudoir Photography: Alana’s Boudoir Photo Shoot!
This week’s London boudoir photography session features the gorgeous Alana, who came by a few days ago to help me test out our brand new studio. You may have caught the sneak peek I posted the other day, but if you missed it don’t worry – it’s time to see more of what we got up to right now!
I’m in love with Alana’s skin – it’s positively radient. And those eyes!
These images are what every Sunday morning should be – relaxed, beautiful, and full of light.
Next, we moved from Sunday morning to Friday night, with winged eyeliner and a sexy leather skirt – va va voom! Most of the time I have a professional makeup artist on set, but Alana did her makeup all on her own, and it looks great!
A taste of luxury on our new chaise! You can just glimpse our new mirror in the background too, but more on that later.
To finish up, we headed out to the terrace for a little outdoor London boudoir photography. We were even lucky enough to get a little sun.
Alana, you’re a stunner! Thanks so much for a great London boudoir photography session, and best of luck singing those lungs out!
London boudoir photography is fab, but sometimes you’ve got to get out into the wilderness and play a bit!
On a recent trip to America I had the chance to work with three stunning women on my first Rebel & Romance group session, which we held on the mysterious Antelope Island.
My final vixen of the day was Miss J, and I must say…I’m head over heels in love with her and the London boudoir photography style session we did…
….and her boudoir makeup artistry skills…
…and her fabulous, magical, mind-of-it’s-own hair!
Miss J was the master of a well-coordinated shoot wardrobe. Her first look, a tailored suit jacket over delicate lingerie, has always been one of my favorite options for a london boudoir photography session – and now it’s also a favorite for location shoots…it’s flattering on every body type, and so chic!
Are you sick of seeing these rocks yet? We were sick of climbing on them in heels, I can tell you that! Not a lot of those in your average London boudoir photography session!
Lovely Miss J slipped into a lacy black number and sparkly shoes for her second look, and as the clouds came rolling in…
…the wind helped us create an absolutely stunning portrait.
To compliment her third lingerie look (an intricate blue corset and black pearls) we chose a patch of tall tall grass, and climbed on in!
As the sun dipped low on the horizon, we headed out to the water where Miss J banged out pose after pose like it was nothin’.
Finally, we added in this amazing Venetian mask. Miss J had picked it up on her way home from Italy this summer, and I think it is absolutely the perfect accessory for a boudoir photo shoot.
Miss J, oh Miss J….what can I say? Thank you, thank you, thank you! Thank you for all your hard work, for your passion, and for truly inspiring me! May Italy always be close at hand, and London in your future plans. xx – Stormy
P.S. If you’re thinking that Miss J looks like someone famous, but you just can’t put your finger on it, I’ll help you out. It’s Brittany Murphy!!
Missy and I met up at Antelope Island in SLC, Utah for an outdoor boudoir photography session as part of my first Boudoir Group Session in America last month.
We started out on the rocks…
…and I love how how bright Missy’s first lingerie look is against the muted tones of the sagebrush. Also, that bow necklace – so cute! And then there is Missy’s figure…
….which is SLAMMIN’!
Blue Steel.
Sometimes you have to be silly to be sexy. Like this moment, when I told Missy to “dance like the wiiiind!!” I’m sure she thought I’d lost my marbles, but she played along anyway and it totally worked – look how curvalicious she is in these!
Aww Missy – so pretty! I’d dance with you anytime.
And then….Miss Missy had a very Sports Illustrated moment in the water, and I was oh-so-proud!
Nothing better than sunset on the water…
Missy you were so fun to work with, and you’re gorgeous to boot! Thanks for a fantastic shoot!
Jenna was first up for the Rebel & Romance Boudoir Group Session, held on the strange and beautiful Antelope Island, in Salt Lake City, Utah a few weeks ago.
She was a phenomenon.
Usually the best boudoir pics are created at the end of a session, when everyone is more relaxed and used to the idea of running around in next to nothing. But every once in a while (like this london boudoir photography style session) we get firecrackers right out of the gate!
Hello Siren’s Song…fishermen beware!
Jenna, you’re oh-so-pretty with those baby blues!
The perfect image for a gigantic wall canvas, no?
Only a woman could make a giant rock look that comfortable and alluring!
Outfit change number one – a smoking hot pink corset!
Jenna’s London boudoir photography makeup look was created by Miss J, who also got in front of my lens for her very own boudoir photo shoot a bit later.
Jenna’s a rocker at heart, so the only appropriate way to finish her London boudoir photography style session was with her favorite band’s t-shirt (and fishnets of course).
Sun, sand, and the Black Veil Brides…a winning combo if you ask me!
Jenna! It was so good to see you again! You’re beautiful as ever, and I can’t wait until the next time I get to shoot your pretty alien face;) Best of luck in SLC – show ’em how it’s done, yeah?!
If you haven’t stopped by the Rebel & Romance Facebook Page recently, then you might not know about my recent trip to America!
I had the chance to click away at beautiful boudoir babes in the great Mountain West for a few weeks last month, and it was fantastic. A very busy trip, but such a pleasure to meet so many wonderful, powerful, beautiful women! I’m back in London now and have been glued to my computer as I work on getting each boudoir photography session sorted, edited, and ready to fly home to it’s proud mamma. I’ve got loads to show you in the next few weeks, with boudoir sessions from several locations in my home state of Idaho, an armful of boudoir photography shoots we did at a mysterious place called Antelope Island in Utah, and a bunch of sessions from the Canary Wharf boudoir studio that still haven’t made it to the blog.
Whew! Better get to it then…
Today’s boudoir photo shoot features the lovely and impossibly beautiful Devan. Honestly, this girl is so stunning….
Devan was my first (official) Rebel & Romance Outdoor Boudoir Session! We chose the Brunea Sand Dunes, which are located just outside Boise, Idaho, as our stomping grounds for the evening.
Miss D did her own hair and makeup, and I think it looks fab!
Sunset is generally my favorite time for an outdoor or on-location photo shoot, and boudoir photography is no exception. The light was to die for.
As I was travelling, I wasn’t able to bring the Boudoir Wardrobe with me, but Devan did a great job pulling together a few different lingerie looks for her boudoir photo shoot. I love the casual, Abercrombie vibe – simple, subtle, sexy.
Sometimes you have to get a little bit dirty to create the prettiest images. Lucky me – my boudoir babes are fearless in the face of weeds, blowing sand, and bugs!
Shake ‘ya tail feather! If I’m ever in a major motion picture, Devan has definitely got to be my bum double. Right?! Jealous…
Oh Devan – so in love with your face!
London is many great and amazing things, but it is not a particularly sunny place. It’s not really sunny at all. Ever. So you’ll have to excuse my gratuitous sun-flare here – just couldn’t help myself!
Loving those heels!
Devan, thanks so much! It was great to meet you and work with you – you really are a showstopper! Best of luck this semester, and hopefully we’ll see each other again soon (under less windy circumstances as well)!
Here are a few highlights from Cassie’s London Boudoir Photography shoot. It’s an experimental one but I love the overall vibe, and it’s so fun to try out new ideas and play around a little. One thing people often worry about are unflattering images, but the thing to remember is that it’s just a part of the process – there will be great ones, and there will be bad ones. The upside is that you’ll only ever see the very best (I’ll never show you anything I don’t think you’ll like!), so there’s not need to worry!
How do I love thee? Let me count the ways…
Cassie is actually wearing a swimming suit here (they tend to works really well for boudoir photography!). That means she looks just like this lying on the beach, which is something for us all to be jealous about. Cassie is also wearing Juicy Couture heels from our boudoir wardrobe.
Look number two was a daring purple zebra print combo. I’m not sure where this bra and knicker set came from, but if you’ve fallen in love Victoria’s Secret definitely sells something similar. Red soled Christian Louboutin heels from our wardrobe.
Thirdly, a few tricky poses in a striped bra and knickers combo.
Blue steel! Cassie’s boudoir makeup looks were created by Amanda O’Shaughnessy (genius). Her hair was done by yours truly;)
Cassie, you were and are amazing! It was so great working with you and getting to know you better. Thanks for a great boudoir session darlin’!
P.S. – During the shoot, I kept telling Cassie she looked like Cate Blanchett because look….
Image by Felix Lammers
She totally does!
If you’d like to arrange your own London Boudoir Photography shoot, drop me an email, I’d love to hear from you. You can get in touch here.
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