Last weekend I did my first professional photo shoot. I was the Stylist, the Make-up Artist and the Model - Yes all three and it was such an enjoyable experience - it definitely exceeded my expectations. In addition to me in the role as a Model, I also had to find another model to style, so that was my first job. Then I had to choose a selection of outfits and accessories. Next was to find the location for the photo shoot. That was all going to be straightforward for me but then I realised I needed someone to take the photos as photography is not one of my things! So I was very pleased when my Sister-in-Law introduced me to her work colleague Gary, a keen photographer, who was at the same time looking for some new faces to add to his portfolio (www.garybagnall.com). We agreed the location would be a village hall in the sleepy Surrey Hills and the model was my 16 year old niece Lily.
Everything went smoothly on the day of the photo shoot. Lily and I arrived at the location on time, Gary was already there setting up his equipment, so I had about 20 minutes to get Lily's make-up and hair done - no pressure then!
I had a suitcase full of clothes, shoes, belts and other accessories to mix and match to create different outfits.
The first outfit I chose for Lilly to be photographed in was my personal favourite - a purple maxi dress that Lily's Nanny had worn in1967! As we all know fashion designers constantly seek inspiration for their new collections and more often than not they look to the past so trends are forever repeating - the fashion cycles! I especially love the stunning embroidery on the collar and in the waist area in different shades of blue, purple, silver and gold - a true piece of art.
Next outfit was another blast from the past - this time we are talking Paris 1989. Lily's Mum bought this gorgeous velvet dress in some little boutique. I love the print and the combination of colours. I must say Lily was made for this dress, it hugs her at all the right places. She is such a pleasure to style as she has got the model figure that most of us mortals only dream of!
'Miss Attitude' outfit below is something different and funky. I especially like those zebra print shoes - they bring a real wow factor to the outfit.
Next 2 outfits I put together were a mixture of styles. Lily looks her age - sweet 16 - in the pink t-shirt and a flower print mini-skirt. Khaki harem trousers go so well with the silky yellow top.
And here is me trying to look cool and pose like a model. Hats off to all the models out there, I couldn't be one myself.
I LOVE styling people, making them feel good about themselves and allow them to express themselves through clothes - that is what I am here to do.
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