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Theres some key things that you need to be doing to prepare for your boudoir shoot. water, no seriously Leading up to the shoot make sure you're staying hydrated, you're going to feel your best. This will also help your skin be clearer and ready for makeup application! PLAN boudoir OUTFITS It's okay not to have this totally figured out, we have some client closet options for you to wear that you might like but it is best for you to come ready with at least two outfits that yo

Positive self talk. Things like replacing a negative thought with a positive one, or looking in the mirror and complimenting a part of my body, even if we don't believe it yet. Following people who look like me on social media has been a big one for me. It normalizes the parts of our bodies we're not completely comfortable with and makes us feel more confident in our skin. Buy bigger sizes. This one took a little time to become okay with. Seeing a bigger size doesn’t always f

Boudoir is for every body! You are beautiful as you are and you deserve this experience. Albums, wall art and prints are just as, if not more valuable than digitals. This gives you a physical piece of art to cherish for a lifetime. We don’t believe in removing stretch marks or cellulite and we certainly won’t make you appear thinner. This is meant to celebrate you as you are. Don’t skip out on hair and makeup. Even if you don’t typically wear makeup doing some concealer to co

You checked out our website and sent an inquiry, what now? You will shortly receive an email from either Olivia or Virginia to set up a phone call. These calls don't need to take up to much time but are a really nice way to get more comfortable, answer any questions you have and go over the next steps. It also helps our clients feel more comfortable which is always our number one priority. So what are the next steps? Next we'll send everything over! We send a questionnaire, a

Lingerie pictured above is from Thistle and Spire TORRID Torrid has sizes M-6X which makes it a great option for people in various body sizes, especially catering to bigger bodies. They have an intimates section of their website where you can find bras, panties and lingerie. SAVAGE X FENTY Rhianna did a okay job at being size inclusize with sizing XS-4X. They have a very big selection. THISTLE AND SPIRE They carry sizes from XS-3X and have a great selection! ADORE ME This bra

Acadia is, in our opinion, one of the most beautiful landscapes New England has to offer. Chris and Kelsey picked Otter Cliff, right off of Park Loop Road, as their location to elope and it was nothing short of stunning. The views of trees lining the coast and the mountains behind you are breathtaking and makes for a perfect backdrop to tie the knot. They had their ceremony at 9AM and the fog had just rolled in. If you know us, you know that Virginia also eloped in Acadia Nat

Body Positivity vs Body Neutrality So what’s the difference and why are they both important. Body positivity is a movement in which people are embracing and celebrating all bodies regardless of size. Someone who is body positive might be someone who loves their body and all that comes with that. Rolls, hip dips, stretch marks and cellulite. Positive affirmations may sound like “I love my stretch marks” or “I love my apron belly.” Then there’s body neutrality. Body neutrality

WAYS TO MAKE YOUR ELOPEMENT DAY MORE ECO FRIENDLY First things first, practice the Leave No Trace principles . Following the 7 principles will help the environment drastically. Learn more about Leave No Trace on their website. If you're popping a bottle, make sure you're keeping a close eye on where the cork lands so you don't leave it behind. NO confetti or glitter bombs! You'd be surprised how many people still do this and leave it all over the ground. Animals will likely t

Looking to have an Acadia Elopement? Heres a few things to keep in mind. NEAREST AIRPORT If you're not within driving distance of Acadia the closest international airport is Bangor International. It is about an hour away from towns surrounding Acadia, like Bar Harbor ME. They also have car rentals right at the airport to make it nice and easy. ENTRANCE FEE To enter Acadia National Park you need to have a pass and you have a few different options. Your first option is a standa

Take a hot bath. Why it works: Not only can a hot bath relieve the tension caused by stress, it can actually help reduce stress by lowering stress hormones. Journaling. Why it works: Journaling can have many benifits. One of my favorite things about it is being able to take the thoughts in my brain and put them somewhere else. This really reduces stress and helps me know I won't forget anything and I can come back to it when I'm ready. Listen to your favorite music. Why it wo

1. VISIT SAND BEACH Located on Park Loop Road is Acadia's only ocean sand beach. During peak season this can be more easily accessed by the free Island Explorer shuttle. 2. VISIT CADILLAC MOUNTAIN FOR SUNRISE OR SUNSET Cadillac Mountain is the first place to see the Sunrise in the United States. It is the tallest peak on Mount Desert Island at 1,530 feet, offering beautiful views. You can access Cadillac Mountain by hiking or driving. Driving up Cadillac Mountain does cost a

In 2019 we were looking for places locally to have a tiny ceremony and celebration with our closet friends and family, then the pandemic hit. We knew we were going to need to push back our date to 2021 so I took advantage of the free time I had to try to plan but it was stressing me out. I also have a lot of childhood trauma and ended up removing people from my life in 2020. There wasn't going to be many people to invite. It got to a point where I finally asked my husband " C

Theres plenty to do in the White Mountains, yes even in the winter! Here are a few of our favorite activities to do in the white mountains this winter!