PhotoShoot: Behind the Scenes Collection Line

This past week we wrapped up a 2 day editorial shoot. With weeks of planning we were so excited to finally get started! Take a look at behind the scenes and stay tuned for our online store! We can't wait to share all of our goodies with you! 

 Make Up Artist Sara on-site to help prep our models.

 We had SO much fun with all of the diamonds that were on the set.

 Up-Do's Artist Lindsay prepping Model #3!

 Our personal jewelry consultant Katie Schneider was on hand to help style each model!

 4 of our 5 models at the end of their shoot! We have the BEST faces to represent our new line!

 The florals smelled ah-mazing!

 Our photographer had a little too much fun ! *just kidding*

 ...and we are back at work...naptime is over!

 With the rainy and snowy weather, we made our own beach...male photographer was not included!

This project could not have been completed without the help of the following and incredibly talented professionals:

Photography: Balance Photography

Gowns and Accessories: Francesca's Bridal

Diamond Rings, Earrings and Loose Diamonds: Diamond Wholesalers

Fashion Jewerly: Katie Schneider, Independent Stella and Dot Stylist

Flowers: Intrigue Design and Decor
Model Ashley's Spray Tan: Glam & Tan, Inc

Hair and MakeUp: Ashley, Lindsay and Sara, UpDo's For I Do's

Models: Natalie Shea, Jordan Michele, Ashley Jones, Donzella Burton, Eleanor Kaestner

Stay tuned for the launch of our newest collection line!

Behind The Scenes: BLOOPERS!

Last season we had the incredible opportunity to shoot with Maverick Productions and Photography by Alexander at the Hyatt in Baltimore. We did a quick behind the scenes post here but we just had to share this entertaining outtake edit. Reason #10984305892 why we are much better at what we do **hair and makeup** than talking on screen. 

A special thanks to our gorgeous models Emily, Gabby, Courtney, Susan and Crystal.

 

 

Big thanks to our talented Up-Do's gals Beth, Lindsay and Mindy!

Enjoy!

 

Behind the Scenes: Baltimore Bride 2013 Editorial Shoot

Yesterday we had the pleasure of helping Stephanie Bradshaw and team with a photo shoot in the Woodberry area of Baltimore. The stellar images from Jennifer Hughes will grace the pages of Baltimore Bride Magazine in 2013. With dresses pulled from Bella Bridesmaid and Garnish, our groomsman dressed by Christopher Schafer, the models were flawless. 

Lindsay and I prepped the models for their close-ups. Lindsay used gold as her main eye color. Their skin was left with a dewy yet natural look.  I kept the hair voluminous and textured while pinning 2 models into updos and leaving our blonde's long locks half-up.

To see a sneak peek of the overall color palette, take look at the SB blog. 

 

 We couldn't stop swooning over this gorgeous vintage piece. I was so thrilled I was able to pin it carefully into one of our updos. Check out the contest we had going on facebook. The person who guessed the retail value won a custom Up-Do's For I Do's lipgloss!

Super happy to meet Chelsea. She did the models' nails and WOW is she spectacular. Her nail art is definitely a fine tuned practice. Can't wait to work with her more often! 

I've been dying to get my hands on Christina's locks. We played with a few ideas for an up swept bun. You'll have to wait until the issue is printed to see what we settled on.

 See the cutie-patootie in the hot pink shorts? Super excited to welcome back (you might remember her from this shoot) Eleanor into the hot seat. I was even more excited to play with her amazing blonde hair.

...we may or may not have been standing on our tippy toes....

details...details...details...

 Ha! Can't show you the whole design but that is one gorgeous tiered cake from Charm City Cakes walking in the door. 

Yeah....there it is again..that oh.so.perfect brooch.....

 Fleur de Lis brought magic and sweet smells to the room when these pretty petals were delivered... 

 Paper! Who can forget the paper??? Just Ink On Paper was in the house pulling together those small but equally important details. Can't wait to show what they designed!

 ....and that is all until the big reveal of the print version of our day yesterday! We will be sure to post in 2013 with the images that make the cut! Happy Friday! Enjoy your weekend :) Ashley