Boudoir Show

I'm always looking for anything to inspire myself and my team and something fun to share with my clients. So, in search of something to do for my own anniversary I came across this idea of a Boudoir Photoshoot.  I had to do some research because I had no idea what it entailed and my first thought was (after having a child) if I felt comfortable doing this and how naked do these things get lol.

Luckily, one of my clients Diane, owner of Parsons Photography  , had an appointment to get her color done and it gave me plenty of time to ask questions and pick her brain to see what this was all about. After talking with her I had other conversations with clients and found many women loved the idea but also had the same questions.  So, the idea was created. Why not have a fashion show surrounding the idea of this kind of shoot and have Diane come shed some light on the topic.  We came together and invited all of our clients to this exclusive invite only event that I hosted at my Salon in Newington.  Let me just say how excited I was about this idea that I was actually having this show at my salon. I recently relocated to a larger space and the salon made for a PERFECT space for this kind of thing. (This is exactly what I dreamed of when I first laid eyes on the space) The date was set and the invites went out. We got an overwhelming response! I don't know about you but, there's not much to do in this state. Nothing is better then something different to do with the girls.

My team and my models came together collectively to create the looks with things out of our own closets! Nothing is better than a room full of women brainstorming. It was great. The excitement once everything was set was overwhelming. I've put on my own shows before but, this one was so different. The main point was to have fun and exude confidence. Not for nothing thats the basis of a boudoir shoot.

It was a crazy day to say the least! We had a few regular color clients prebooked on this date and if anyone knows me, it's like pulling teeth to move an appointment and usually will never happen unless I'm deathly ill or have to get emergency surgery (which unfortunatly has happened lol)  So, we did our models in between our clients on top of setting up the salon. Gave my regular clients some behind the scenes action lol. Needless to say they are never surprised by my ideas and the things we do and thought it was great to watch!

Everything was all set to go and the doors opened. We got a GREAT turnout! You never know with these things. Some hor'dourves, champagne, and a scavenger hunt to get girls mingling and get to know Beauty Entourage and Parsons Photography. 

To kick off the show we introduced ourselves and the purpose of the event folowed by some give aways! My favorite idea I came up with was this HILLARIOUS game that turned out to be a hit with the guests. We had a team of two compete against each other. One person in the team was blindfolded and had to dress their other teammate with lingerie (over their clothing) give them an accessories and apply lipstick on them. Reminder, this was done blindfolded! When they were done they had to compete on the runway with their looks.  It was great! Loved this part of the show...In the end we couldnt help but give them both a prize for participating in the fun. 

           (introducing ourselves. Me conquering my fear of public speaking)

                      (The girls not really sure what to think of my game as I'm explaining the rules)

                                                                 (game on!)

I just have to give credit in between this photo. My little sister inspired this whole idea!! This is a game she introduced me to over the summer. pics to prove it! lol  <3

             Thanks Cheyenne!!! <3                                               

ok, back to the show...The girls are struttin their stuff here.

Next up SHOWTIME!!!!   I can't say enough about my models..Some of the girls\we knew from other shows we've done. (most models we use are past bridal clients usually that stick around for the fun lol)   We also had some new additions to the ladies and even some of our very own BE staff bared all!!

To respect the privacy of the models I only have some to share:

Candy girl (Rachel one of our make up artists/Hair Stylists)

Love this girl. She worked that run way! She was a teacher and even surprised us with her apple she hid at the end of the runway lol gotta love the dedication to character!

        Kayle (Hair Stylist & Make Up artist on my staff)  I had this crazy idea to go braless and covered in pearls. There's no end to how far my girls will go with my crazy ideas..I love them! It ended up amazing and made for one of the top looks that were the talk of the show.

                                           Kayle after we added her hair extensions for the second look
        The whispers were great when the audience realized it was the same girl that had short hair before.

                                                                  Kayle rockin out the short hair.

The show was a HUGE success and I look forward to doing more events like this and then some. It was incredibly fun and ispiring.  Thank you to Diane of Parsons Photography , the models that made this show so amazing, and the guests that attended and inspired me to continue doing events. <3  Nothing like the feeling after such an accomplishment.