She told me that it reminded her of this photograph of Marilyn..

Which was recently duplicated by Lindsay Lohan…

Love this one and wanted to share it too…

Marilyn: we heart u.

xoxo, Crystal

xoxo, Crystal

Hi ladies,

I just wanted to thank you all so much for one of the most memorable experiences of my life! I had no idea when I booked my photo shoot with The Boudoir Divas that every expectation I had would be exceeded. I came in from Arizona especially for my shoot, and from the moment I pulled in to my cute VIP parking space, I felt like a star! I am a stay-at-home mommy who is lucky to put on a little mascara on a good day, so I definitely loved starting my shoot getting pampered by Peggy while sipping a glass of champagne :) . She made me feel right at home and my hair and make-up were exactly what I had envisioned.

I was a little nervous starting my shoot, but my photographer, Kimberlee, and videographer, Marissa, made me feel super-comfortable. With their helpful tips for cute poses, I felt like a pro in no time :) . I had a blast on the different sets (all gorgeous!) and by the end of the shoot, I was feeling so sexy, sassy and confident! Kimberlee’s photos just blew me away, and I can’t wait to see the video footage. These are two very talented women.

The icing on the cake was meeting with Ashley for the viewing of my proofs. When the very first image came on the screen, I was speechless. I never, ever thought I would be able to say I loved so many pictures of myself…..Ashley, thank you for your expertise- I know I was so indecisive :) !

I viewed my album proof today and again was so incredibly happy with the photos and design. Deena did a phenomenal job of putting it together. It looks exactly the way I want it, and I wouldn’t change a thing. I also wanted to give a special shout-out to Crystal. I must have called her at least a dozen times to go over ideas, suggestions, and information, and she was extremely helpful and sweet.

I can’t wait for my husband to see the album!! I just know he’s going to absolutely LOVE it. I am beyond happy, and I just wanted you all to know how special of an experience this was for me. Everyone and everything at Boudoir Divas was top-notch. I kept telling myself during the shoot to soak in every moment because this was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Ha, not quite….once I viewed my photos, I decided I want to come back after the next baby :) ! A million thanks to the best team of women- you ladies are awesome!

Gretchen

Boudoir photography isn’t about working out furiously before your boudoir shoot, or working it fiercly in the front of the camera till your pooped. It is about selecting the perfect boudoir pose for your figure and then letting the eyes do the talking. As you can see from the photo above, you can be in the silliest pose on the planet, but if your eyes say “dang, I’m hot!” then you have a wonderful boudoir photo. And don’t wory, the confidence doesn’t even need to be real at first. Most girls walk in the door wondering why the heck they booked this shoot in the first place. Things change quickly. You will find through your shoot though, that the more you fake it, the more you start feeling it. By the end of the boudoir shoot you are on top of the world, wondering why you were ever so hard on your and your body in the first place???