Boudoir Makeup! Dea's Tips

"And now, the latest craze for weddings... Boudoir Photo Sessions."..

What is boudoir, you ask? According to Wikipedia, "Historically, the boudoir formed part of the private suite of rooms of a lady, for bathing and dressing, adjacent to her bedchamber. In later periods, the boudoir was used as a private drawing room, and was used for other activities, such as embroidery or entertaining intimate acquaintances.". Embroidery???? Ah, not right now, thanks...

Here is a shot I did. The photographer, Shannon Langan is super creative and has LOTS of props. It was a domestic, 50's housewife look, set in the kitchen! Let your imagination guide you, have fun and I am sure it will be a gift that is GREATLY appreciated!

"For His Eyes Only", these sessions give you a chance to show a different part of your personality! Often using props and costumes, lingerie or even less, the bride-to-be can capture her wild side and present the pictures to her groom as a gift.

Makeup for boudoir photo sessions requires a professional application. This is not your usual work look, but a dramatic, much more daring side of you! Anything from themed costumes, Marilyn Munroe, "The Hot Babe" in a swim suit, to icing cupcakes in Merry Widow . It's up to you and your fantasies - or his!

A makeup artist is a must

Starting with a flawless complexion with foundation and radiant, light-reflecting powder, you will be preparing for a camera-ready look. I like to do the smoky eye, with a plump and glossy nude lip. Of course, the finishing touch is false lashes. You can choose from a multitude of styles, but bigger is better in this case!

Dea's Boudoir Photography Makeup Tips

• Choose a makeup artist with editorial or advertising experience. Ask to see their recent work and get pictures from magazines, of makeup that you like
• Choose a photographer that you are very comfortable with
• Pick a theme and find a subtle costume to go with it (check the Internet for ideas)
• Get lots of shoes with heels to work with at the shoot... they make your legs look longer and much sexier
• Invest in a tinted bronzer with a slight sheen to use as an all-over body moisturizer for the shoot
• Make sure your finger nails AND toenails are polished
• Use props, such as champagne glasses, boa's and lingerie
• Get your hair done!

Dea Code is a Winnipeg makeup artist with 20 yrs experience, across Canada.
Her training is from Paris and Montreal, in skincare, makeup and current styles; she was the Western Canadian makeup artist for CHANEL for 14 years; her wedding makeup has been featured in Wedding Bells, The Jewish Post and Chatelaine; she also has 10 years experience in commercial makeup, working for W Network, CTV, CBC and numerous photographers.
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