I have always loved classic Pinup photos. I’m sure it has something to do with my love of most things vintage. I think there is something very glamorous about the pinup photos from the 40’s and 50’s. Vanity Fair magazine has a feature in every issue called Vanities that features a starlet in a modern version of the classic pinup. I LOVE IT! Actually, it’s really the only reason I ever pickup that magazine…..well, that and all the ads (great posing inspiration ).

Here are some of my favorites from Vanity Fair’s Vanities feature:

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Here are a few vintage pinups that I would LOVE to recreate.

Can you believe that last one is Marilyn Monroe?  LOVE her bathing suit!

Annnnnnd to keep it fun, here are a few pinup images from MY portfolio.

I know one of the most fun parts of the boudoir experience is the SHOPPING!  As fun as it is, planning, coordinating and hunting for what to wear can be overwhelming.  So I decided to start a new feature on the Flirt Boudoir blog……Wardrobe Wednesdays. 

In honor of the upcoming July 4th weekend (one of my favorites by the way) I thought some patriotic, red, white and blue inspiration was in order.

I’m very excited about our new calendar style!  It is a large 11×17 calendar with full size images.  The dates are small at the bottom so the focus is ALL on you!  What man wouldn’t want to hang this in his office or garage?  A perfect gift for an anniversary, birthday, holiday……Friday anyone?  What?  Fridays are important and should be celebrated.

So the giveaway today is the “Get it together” kit from Millie Holloman.  I REALLY could use this.  I certainly won’t win any awards for being organized.  Of course, I’m really hoping I’ll win the scholarship to the Workshop in September.

I want to win the Get It Together Kit & a seat to Love Affair Workshop. GO read the details and register! http://www.loveaffairworkshop.com

There is a workshop that I would really love to go to in September and it just happens to be here in Dallas.  The ladies teaching it are 4 of my favorite photographers.  I would learn a TON so I’m hoping and praying and wishing I’ll win the scholarship.

“I want a UNO DVD and a shot at the scholarship to the Love Affair Workshop! http://www.loveaffairworkshop.com”

Just one image from a recent session.  One of my favorite repeat clients.  I have so many more to share, but couldn’t wait to show this one.

A friend of mine gave me a copy of this article that was printed recently in Redbook.  It is a great read!  Actually, it perfectly sums up my reason for shooting boudoir………to help women see themselves as beautiful.  To give them a self-esteem boost….Oh, and if their hubby likes the gift that is just icing on the cupcake.   Check out the article!!

Redbook Article