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The VALLEY VINTAGE PIN-UP COMPETITION

We'll be sponsoring Chilliwack's FIRST ever VINTAGE PIN-UP COMPETITION!

So come on down to the Village Classic Car Show and join in the festivities.  

INTERESTED IN COMPETING?   SIGN UP HERE

Cash and Prizes to be won!  No experience Necessary - just DO IT!  

Life is what you make it you know!!

Kim Mallory Photography *yes that's me too* will be giving away 

a model portfolio/headshot package $500 Value.

Need some help with dressing the part?   Check out our recent blog post for how to ideas & Diva Boutique for some vintage threads & accessories!

or call me  604-824-9917!  

xo

THE AMORE ALBUM {Fraser Valley Boudoir Studio}

A peek at one of our newest albums.  This fits all of your faves and the wording on the front can be customized.  Includes your inspirational messages & quotes..   I'm in the process of designing one of these lovelies for a beautiful client...

  Isn't it pretty....

Achieving that Vintage Look

I've been getting a lot of requests for the pin up look.  Much of my work is inspired by the classic sexy styles of the 1940's & 1950's and there are so many variations of vintage.   First you need to decide which is yours!   Are you more the Marilyn Monroe sexy bombshell or do you prefer the bright, sassy Betty Paige pin-up look?

The most noticeable way to accomplish a vintage look is hair & make-up, paired with a killer outfit & some sky-high heels!  Check out The Diva Boutique for some really cute Betty Paige inspired clothing, shoes and accessories.   Create multiple outfits by digging through your closet and pulling out that long pencil skirt - pair it with a blouse and some accessories,   It's not necessarily what you wear it's how you wear it.   Cute blouses are tied up in the front or tucked in to your skirt.  Add a bright belt and a scarf and voila!    The options are truly endless!!    The internet is a great place to gain inspiration too, be sure to take some photos with you to keep you inspired while you are shopping!  

There is a huge visual difference between pin-up make-up and the classic glamour make-up and we've got that covered for you at the studio as well as some dreamy vintage hair styles.  

If you are a do it yourself kinda girl, you might like to check out You Tube for some inspiration!

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? {Kim Mallory Fraser Valley Boudoir}

I had the absolute pleasure of shooting the nervous and not too sure but really wanted nice pics; Mrs. L.  - who is 59.   We took great care in making sure her make-up was a fit for her and fortunately she is cool with dark lipstick which stood out in great contrast against her gorgeous silver hair.    And, no kidding, there is little or no retouch on these.   I prefer people to look like themselves anyway, but this is the benefit of not sitting out in the sun year after year!  Her skin was beautiful!!  Thank-you Mrs. L for choosing me to capture your beauty!  xo

CANDY & LACY LINGERIE PHOTOSHOOT

I had the pleasure of shooting Kara Granger, model for Candy & Lacy Lingerie, located in Chilliwack.  Nikki, just renovated the store too and it is divine!  You must visit.  We'll be using some of these photos to adorn her new walls...

This session took place in the area above my downtown studio which is run down, but has amazing natural light... I didn't realize how beautiful it was until I started shooting... like WOW!    So, I'll definitely have to look into getting the place cleaned up so I can use it for clients!

The DOMESTIC DIVA Cocktail Party

Well, it's that time!  Our Domestic Diva night.  Our first one was such a success, we decided to do it again.   This Friday, April 29th, 2011 we turn the downtown studio into some swanky digs.   Pink Passion Martini's, pampering, fashion, entertainment and best of all - SHOPPING.    It's girls only of course and you'll want to glam it up, I mean where can you go wearing a boa and some black gloves or your 50's dress, or your corset and heels ??  We don't buy these outfits so they can sit in our closets... No!  It's glam night for girls I tell ya!   

Check out this link for all the details (and to purchase your tickets!  All proceeds are going to the Ann Davis Society.    Hosted by The Diva Boutique & The Beautiful Woman Project.

http://domesticdivacocktailparty.eventbrite.com/

ENDLESS OPTIONS {Fraser Valley Boudoir Studio}

Part of the fun of a boudoir session is the shopping for outfits.   It's like Christmas for me when the girls pull out what's in their bag!  That's when the creative process really begins.   Once your session is booked, I'll send you some information with a list of places to shop both locally and online. I mean, if you're going to do this, you need a new outfit right?   And girls love to shop!   With a three set session, we do three clothing changes and several sets so I like to match the outfits to the sets.   (oh and I just set up 2 more sets at the studio this past weekend!)  It's always a good idea to match your outfit with your personality!  Fun, flirty, vampy, vintage, soft, romantic.   Just let me know what you are and I'll give you some hints!

Thanks so much to Ms K for being so great and giving me permission to post these!  

You are GORGEOUS!  xo

BACK FROM VEGAS BABY

Well, I am almost recovered from a six day stint in Vegas...  Just being in Vegas calls for recovery... it's draining in so many ways....  I spent the first two days ripping up the town with two of my girlfriends and after that it was 12 hour days spent attending workshops and a tradeshow.   I met so many amazing woman and the highlight of my trip was a Boudoir Workshop that took place at the Cosmopolitan Hotel (in Vegas).   Okay, this was THE most glamorous hotel I've ever stepped foot into and we shot in the swankiest hotel room... it was killer.   So the next thing on my to do list is to a boudoir marathon at the Cosmopolitan... that would be sooooo cool!