Your Shoot Preparation Guide
We're looking forward to seeing you from the moment you book! Please read this page all the way through and make sure you've done everything on it before your shoot. It honestly makes such a difference to your photos.
When you arrive we'll ask whether you've done all your prep. If anything has been missed we may need to make special arrangements, and that can take time away from your shoot, so it really is worth getting right.
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What To Bring
- Snacks, and drinks if you'd like your own.
- A loose-fitting nude thong to wear under our outfits.
- Two pairs of stockings or hold ups in the right size for you. This is the important one, so see the stockings guide below.
- Your own hair extensions if you'd like to use them. We have extensions in most shades, but not all, and we don't stock vivid colours like pink, blue or green.
- Bridal boudoir? Bring your wedding lingerie and veil.
- A spray deodorant for top ups during your shoot.
- Makeup remover, if you'd rather leave without your shoot makeup on.
- Screenshots or printouts of the looks you love (more on that below).
Stockings: Please Don't Skip This Bit
Stockings make a huge difference to your photos. Bare legs just don't look as good on camera, so please bring the right pairs for your shoot:
For Pin Up
One pair with a plain nude top and one pair with a plain black top. No lace tops for pin up.
Hold ups or stockings, either is fine.
Shop The Pin Up PairFor Boudoir
One sheer black pair with a black lace top and one nude pair with a nude lace top.
Shop The Boudoir PairYou're very welcome to bring extras too. Coloured, embellished or polka dot stockings all look gorgeous, so the more the merrier. Here are some beautiful designs.
Getting The Fit Right
On a shoot you want your stockings comfortable rather than tight, which usually means going up a size or two. Please try them on before the day so you know they fit nicely. Don't leave it until the morning of your shoot!
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We absolutely love the stockings at Mayfair Stockings, and they have some beautiful patterns and designs. You can of course buy them anywhere, as hundreds of shops sell them. If you're not sure what to get, give us a call on 0121 227 5028 and we'll happily talk you through it.
Before The Day
- Allergies or a disability? Please email us at at least a week before your shoot so we can plan around you.
- Eyebrows shaped, waxed or threaded. We recommend having them done professionally.
- Nails and toes freshly painted, shaped and matching, in red, nude or pink. Bare or chipped nails really do show in photos.
- Fake tan is fine, as long as it's perfectly even and smooth.
- Hair a little unruly? Straighten it before your shoot so it's smooth when we start styling, even if you're having curls or waves.
- Read our FAQ so you know exactly how everything works.
- The day before, send us a quick message to let us know you're all set.
The Night Before Checklist
Run through this the night before your shoot and tick each one off as you go.
Finding us on the day. Please arrive at the studio no more than 15 minutes before your shoot time. Sat navs sometimes take people to the wrong place, so look for us on the corner of Warstone Lane and Spencer Street: a brick fronted building with little topiary features either side of the door. We're on the first floor, and you'll see our DOLLHOUSE signs in the window. See the photo of our front door. Ring the bell when you arrive and one of the team will pop down to greet you!
On The Day
- Freshly washed and dried hair with no product in it. This one's a must. If your hair isn't clean we sadly can't style it.
- No makeup, with your hair down or loosely tied. Rather not travel bare faced? You can take your makeup off at the studio before your makeover.
- Shower a few hours before and wear plenty of deodorant. Posing is a bit like a workout, which is why we suggest packing a spray for top ups.
- Eat and drink water before you arrive so you've got lots of energy for posing.
- Wear loose, comfy clothes to travel in.
- Plan your journey and arrive no more than 15 minutes before your shoot time. If you're early, there are lots of lovely little cafes near the studio to relax in until your appointment.
Finding Us
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Birmingham Studio
199 Warstone Lane, Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham B18 6JR
We're on the corner of Warstone Lane and Spencer Street, on the first floor. Look for the brick fronted building with our DOLLHOUSE signs in the window and little topiary features by the door. Sat navs sometimes take people to the wrong place, so keep an eye out!
When you arrive, please ring the little black doorbell above the letterbox and one of the team will pop down to greet you. Free secure parking.
London, USA & Tour Dates
Booked on one of our dates in London, the USA or Australia? We'll greet you at the studio when you arrive.
Not sure of the address? Just call us on 0121 227 5028.
The Most Important Bit: Get Inspired
Have a really good look through our portfolios and our Facebook page before your shoot, and screenshot or print the images you love. Themes, outfits, looks, poses, anything that catches your eye. Bring them along to show us at your consultation.
Don't worry, you don't need to know exactly what you want before you arrive. Having a look first just helps us get the very best images for you, and we'll chat it all through before we start.
Any Questions?
Just drop us a message. If you'd like a chat about your booking, you can also ask for a call from Chrissy, our director.
Thank you, and see you soon x
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