Happy 4th of July + Summer Specials!

Here's some ideas to help you celebrate the American spirit this summer! With the sailor theme, it's sporty, sexy, and what girl doesn't look cute in an uniform? Let the red, white and blues inspire you to create your own classic pin-ups this summer! Contact me to get a *Special Summer* photo rate for a limited time! xoxo Kelly

Happy 4th of July! by bayareapinups featuring christian louboutin heels

              

Mix and match! This cute polka-dot halter swimsuit is worn with sailor shorts, both items from Pin-Up Girl Clothing. How is that for functional and fabulous? Red heels, sailor hat and lifesaver available at my studio :-)

Summer days are here!

The halter swimsuit for summer pin-ups is a staple must-have! So versatile, flattering and works with a variety of poses and props. This red halter is available at my studio. The green one below is from www.pinupgirlclothing.com

For more pin-up outfit ideas, visit my Facebook Page album Retro Pin-Ups. Thanks for stopping by! Contact me to book your fabulous summer pin-ups! xoxo Kelly

Hair & Make-up by Ann Ho

Inspired by Bettie

Happy June lovelies! Here's some more Pin-Up Inspiration for this month! Here's paying homage to the lovely Bettie Page. Meow!  xoxo Kelly

 Make-Up Styling by Ann Ho

Happy Memorial Weekend!

Wishing you all a fabulous weekend and enjoy this sun-inspired pin-up!  xoxo Kelly

 Hair and Make-up Styling by Ann Ho

                                                             
                                                   

Are you ready for Summer Pin-Ups?

I sure am! Now that the weather is getting warmer, it's the perfect time to start planning outdoor themed pin-ups! From "At the beach" to sailor and nautical styles, pin-ups are all about having fun themes + glamorous styling with a touch of tease...What perfect time then now to start planning your sultry summer pin-ups? Check out my Facebook page for more style inspirations. Will be sharing more fun Pin-Up themes soon! Stay tuned... xoxo Kelly

Featured in The Pin Up Mag!

I just received my copy of The Pin Up Mag [Winter 2012 edition] with my photos featuring the lovely and talented artist Lina Felicia! It's such an awesome honor to be featured in the magazine, especially with amazing Pin-Up girl Bernie Dexter on the Cover!

Lina originally came to me to have pictures taken for her website and we ended up with such a variety of gorgeous poses and portraits, I knew they could be magazine-worthy. To my delight, similar minds think alike and the editors wanted to feature our work! I believe every photo session is a collaboration between subject and photographer, and I love personalizing each shoot for the individual. It was so much fun working with another creative artist like Lina, who brought so many artistic ideas for her session. The gorgeous vintage-inspired girdle she's wearing is from Dollhouse Bettie with Make-Up/Hair Styling by Ann Ho. Thank you everyone for stopping by!

Best. 1960's. Lapdance.

Or the equivalent at least. After watching the new Season Premiere of Mad Men on AMC last Sunday, I became totally entranced by this sexy little number! Mad Men shows so many aspects of the sixties from the inspiring wardrobe and styling, to the very real issues of civil rights and power struggles in this male-dominated era. That's why it's so empowering to watch a beautiful woman take the stage and blow everyone away with such confidence and sexual liberation in this song and dance! I love how much fun she's having and how carefree she is. It's just as much for her, to exude her power in sexuality, as it is a gift for him. When you do a Pin-Up or Boudoir photo session, it's also for yourself (if not more) than for anyone else, and you should have fun becoming the gorgeous, empowering sex kitten you are meant to be (at least sometimes!) while exuding confidence too! It's about letting go of everything and just going with it.



As women, we are amazing creatures who play so many roles in life: Mothers, wives, partners, lovers, businesswomen, students, teachers, caretakers. In one of my favorite novels, 'Dandelion Wine' by Ray Bradbury, there is a quote, "Life is a play, don't I play it well?" I think we are good at playing multiple roles well, however sometimes we need to have a little fun doing them! So let this little video inspire you to strut around a little and show your stuff! I know you can! I'm looking forward to watching the rest of the new season and sharing more Mad Men inspiration with you! Please feel free to share your thoughts :-) xoxo Kelly

Happy St. Paddy's Day!

Who's better than a red-hot redhead to inspire your St. Paddy's Day? Christina Hendricks, watch out! This lovely gal is wearing a pastel pink Frederick's corset, bringing out her gorgeous strawberry-blonde locks, while the satin and black lace adds a bit of vintage flair! With a pose that accentuates her sexy curves, this image is one of my favorites and gives a dramatic, timeless appeal. See more images from the session on my Facebook Page. Thanks for stopping by and hope everyone has a super inspired St. Pattie's Day! More Spring/Summer inspirations coming soon! xoxo Kelly

Hair & Make-up by Maggie Runner

Happy Valentines + Photo Session Giveaway and more!

Wishing everyone a wonderful Valentine's celebration with their loved ones! So much to share this month! 1) I'm offering a free Pin-Up/Boudoir Session Giveaway! Click here to ENTER! 2) Featured in the "Show Us Your Tatts" section of this month's The Pin-Up Mag w/Bernie Dexter on the Cover! Get 15% of the issue here! 3) Enjoy some gorgeous images below from a recent photo session! It was so fun working with this lovely lady and creating these artistic images! 4) Here's a sweet recipe of one of my fave chocolate desserts that will surely impress for Valentine's or any romantic night! Also, nothing sexier than making this together in the kitchen! Truly, Valentine's is not just a day of marketing romance, but a reminder to share kind things and that every day is time to appreciate those special people in our lives. So go love somebody already!! See you soon! xoxo Kelly

Happy Valentine's everyone! xoxo

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