Style Inspiration: Lace and Bows

Lovely, refined...it's like a little Breakfast at Tiffany's mixed with a bit of Marilyn... Check out The Lingerie Addict's "Best of 2011" list for the lingerie must-have list for 2012!l It covers everything from vintage to shapewear to best budget lines to fancy corsets. You deserve to look good and celebrate yourself! Give yourself the gift of gorgeous photos to mark the woman you are today, this year. It may not just be for your loved one, but for you. The blogger Treacle, says: "Boudoir photography. . . is a way of capturing those parts of yourself you love and reflecting them back to you." I couldn't agree more. Read about her very personal and self-reflective boudoir experience here. As women, we all need to see ourselves as beautiful creatures inside and out. It is my honor to be help you reflect the gorgeous woman you are today. I'm offering $100 Off Deluxe Sessions extended until Jan 31st! Stay inspired and thinking beautiful! xoxo Kelly

Secrets in Lace by bayareapinups featuring forever 21 jewelry

Midnight in Paris

What would you be wearing on a rendezvous in Paris with your sweetheart? I let the City of Lights inspire me to think of some pretty little things I'd be packing and maybe also pick up in a fancy little boutique like Princess Tam Tam. Oui? Also, we have an opening on Sat Jan 21st for Valentine's sessions at this special rate! See it here. Let us bring out the sexy Parisian in you! Happy Friday 13th! xoxo Kelly

Midnight in Paris by bayareapinups featuring demi bras

Inspired by Dita

Who knows more about lingerie than Dita Von Teese? This style icon and burlesque dancer extraordinare will be launching a new lingerie collection, Von Follies sometime this year. Here's some of her fabulous looks below. In the meantime, checkout Dollhouse Bettie to get your own vintage styles that Dita would approve :-) xoxo Kelly

Inspired by Dita by bayareapinups on polyvore.com

Into the Jungle

Continuing the inspiration theme for this new year, I'm posting some lingerie ideas for upcoming Valentine's sessions! Here's one of my favorite styles~ the leopard print. Vampy and glamorous, this look has a retro feel and can bring out the inhibition in even the tamest personalities! Style with some gorgeous waves and red lipstick (like this image of Rosie Huntington-Whitely), this will surely make any heart beat a little faster! And remember, all early 2012 clients get an exclusive 20% Off coupon for Dollhouse Bettie (winner of Best Lingerie Boutique by The Lingerie Addicts Blog), so check them out for some great leopard styles! Stay tuned tomorrow for another inspiration! xoxo Kelly

Happy New Year + Creative Framing Ideas!

Hope everyone has been having a great new year week! I know, it's kinda hard getting back into the swing of things this first week, right? For me, I like to ease back into things with a bit of self-reflection and inspiration. So I'm delighted to share some creative framing ideas a recent client sent me! She gave these as beautiful holiday gifts and I think they are just super cute and a fun way to show off the images! Check out a DIY retro frame below!

Here's a gorgeous red frame with classic beveled mat.

This elevates your images to a Fine Art level!

A whimsical frame with curved edges.

Makes a bold and creative statement!

Doesn't this wire frame looks like it's picked up from a vintage fair? This can actually be found at your local Target! To get this kitchy retro look, DIY: Get a can of spray paint from the hardware or art store- choose a fun color (like this beautiful teal) give it a nice coat or two and voila! DIY has never been easier! This frame is a work of art by itself!

And this frame with natural fibers pairs nicely with the beach themed pin-up. Wouldn't it bring the warm feeling of the tropics to any home? I can almost feel that cool breeze and hear the sound of rushing waves! Ahhhhh....that's where I want to be for my next vacation!

So hope you enjoyed these ideas! All the frames were purchased at Aaron Brothers except the teal one mentioned above. Other framing shops I recommend are Michael's and University Art. Remember that beautiful pin-ups deserve beautiful presentations and it can be both simple and affordable to customize your own framing! Stay tuned for some more Valentine's deals coming next week! xoxo Kelly

Merry Christmas + 2012 Specials!

Wishing everyone a Wonderful Christmas and holiday season! Thank you so much to all the lovely ladies I worked with this year and to all those who love and support Pin-Up's & great boudoir imagery! So continuing to make your spirits bright, here's some of my fave images from this year + two specials for 2012! One of SF's most fabulousvintage lingerie vendors, Dollhouse Bettie is offering an exclusive discount especially for my Pin-Up and Boudoir clients! Book an upcoming session in the new year and get a coupon for 20% off your entire purchase! They offer a beautiful selection of vintage-inspired lingerie, bridal and even original designs. Offer is valid only through Jan 31st so you don't want to miss this deal! Also, get $100 off your Pin-Up or Boudoir photo session when you book a 2012 date by 1st week of January. Click here for New Year's Special. Our studio will be closed during the holidays from Dec 24th-Jan 3rd, so see you soon in the new year! May all your Pin-Up dreams come true in 2012 & Happy Holidays! xoxo Kelly bayareapinups@gmail.com

Hope to see you in 2012!

Happy Holidays & $100 Off 2012 Deluxe Sessions!!

Treat yourself this new year to something special...a day devoted to reinventing you!!! Our sessions are designed to give you glamorous editorial-style pin-up & boudoir photos with professional quality imagery. Let our talented style team transform you into a lovely retro or modern day pin-up. With guidance from yours truly, we'll create the most amazing photos you've ever had! We guarantee you'll love to show them off! See Special Deluxe Package to get the 2012 early discount!! Join my Facebook Page for updates & more galleries! Thanks and hope to see you soon! xoxo Kelly

From this lovely lady: "Thanks, Kelly! I love my pictures!! You're amazing :) " Thanks doll! You rock!!

Make-Up & Hair Styling by Ann Ho

Holiday Sessions, *New Album* Designs, and early Valentine's!

Wow, this month really flew by! Wanted to share a *sneak peak* at some new album designs and let folks know that I'm almost booked through November/December for holiday sessions but it's never too early to start planning for your sweetheart for Valentine's! I know it seems early but time just flys, doesn't it? So make a date to get pampered by our stylists, pick out a few pieces of sexy things to wear and leave the rest up to us! Simple, isn't it? We'll make it worth your time. Give a gift your loved one will never forget! Contact me to book a session in January (by Nov 30th or before spots fill up) and I'll offer you a special bonus Print or Photo Credit ($100 Value!) Here's some sweet Pin-Up inspiration and sample Album Design, see more on my Facebook Page. Thanks for stopping by and hope to see you soon! Happy Halloween weekend! xoxo Kelly (408)329-2511

Album design by: http://indigoalbumdesign.com/

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New Vintage Headboard and Bedroom Set!

Inspired by the tufted vintage headboard from Mad Men (just can't wait for the new season to begin!) I created this bedroom set perfect for both modern boudoir photos as well as retro pin-ups! This bedroom set evokes the look of a lavish hotel mixed with a little 1960's inspiration (Think Marilyn Monroe bedroom pics). Paired with your favorite lingerie (whether modern or vintage-inspired) the possibilities for beautiful, sexy photos are endless! Above are a few examples from a recent boudoir photo session. I just love how the colors really pop against the creamy satin texture and how any lingerie can work against this lush setting. For packages and info on booking a session, please email: bayareapinups@gmail.com (408)329-2511 Reserve your holiday session soon to create a gorgeous gift to remember! New album design, books and calendars available! Thanks for stopping by! xoxo Kelly 

Hair & Make-Up by Emily Nguyen

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A Modern Presentation with a Vintage Touch

I'm excited to introduce a new collection of flush-mounted albums this fall from Indigo Album Design! What I love about these albums is that you can customize each with your choice of luxurious leathers or elegant Japanese bookcloths, and mix it up with a selection of beautiful interior end papers. All images are mounted flush to the pages and include a custom design of your pin-up or boudoir photographs with full panoramic spreads. It's a modern presentation with a vintage touch. What better way to create a lasting keepsake of your gorgeous pin-up or boudoir photos? Did I mention that these albums were just featured as an Editor's pick from Brides magazine this past August? Someone once said "a picture is worth a thousand words"...well this album will speak directly to your heart and make a truly wonderful gift to be treasured for years to come.

Beautiful Photos deserve beautiful albums! Join my Facebook Page for more galleries and updates! Stay tuned for album design samples coming soon! xoxo Kelly For Packages and info, please contact: bayareapinups@gmail.com or (408) 329-2511

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New! Handcrafted Accordion Book

Having a love for simple and handmade things, there's just something special to me about a handmade book. I took a bookbinding class in college and can appreciate the process and skill it takes to carefully measure, wrap, and choose the perfect binding and paper to create an elegant and beautiful book. So when I found these accordion books created by professional artisan bookbinders, I knew it would make a wonderful one-of-a kind presentation for your pin-up or boudoir photos! These books even got the attention of Oprah and were featured on her "O List!" So you know these books are special!

Each book comes wrapped in red, black, plum or champagne bookcloth, tied with a silk ribbon and classic button enclosure. I'm delighted to now offer this special accordion collection when you book a Half-Day Pampered Pin-Up Package, or simply add this as an upgrade to the basic Petite Pin-Up Package.

Beautiful Photos deserve beautiful albums- So make your loved one feel special with this gorgeous keepsake or cherish this gift for yourself!

More unique albums are coming this holiday season so stay tuned for more! Thanks for stopping by! xoxo Kelly Contact me: bayareapinups@gmail.com or (408)329-2511 for package info or schedule a session

*Each book is created solely by hand in the U.S.A: the fabrics and papers are cut, glued and wrapped by skilled artisan bookbinders. Archival & environmentally sound, the paper used in this albums contains 30% post consumer content, are acid-free and meant to last a lifetime.Posted via email from Pin Up's by Kelly