You’re here. You’ve booked. You’re doing this, and we’re already obsessed with that energy.

This guide is your no-fluff prep pass: what to bring, how to prep, what to wear (or not), and what actually happens when the camera comes out.

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prep guide

Welcome
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the vibe

No awkward poses or needing to know what you’re doing. We’re a judgement-free, hype-filled studio, here to guide you every step of the way (we even demo what to do and how to do it).

Skin

Exfoliate 1–2 days before
Moisturise like it’s your part-time job starting at week prior
No new products/treatments right before
Self Tanning? We don’t recommend self tanning unless you’re really experienced (hands and feet are super hard to get right and this not just a ‘photoshop it out situation!’)
Spray tanning? Make sure you get this two days prior so it has time to settle

face

Keep things fresh + hydrated
Waxing/threading? Do it 48 hours ahead
Skip heavy makeup the night before

hair

Fresh trim = yes. Major change = wait
Come with clean, dry hair

hands & feet

Your hands are in every shot, so give them some love
Clean polish or a subtle nude, French, or bold shade
Pedi is optional, but cute toes never hurt

day before

Shave/exfoliate (if you do)
Pack your outfits + extras
Avoid tight clothes that leave marks
Hydrate + romanticise the anticipation

day of

Loose clothes, no bra
Clean, moisturised face
Deep breaths; the magic’s already started

What to wear

Forget trends. Wear what feels like you and makes you feel alive. Think 2–3 looks that show off your flavour - barely-there lace, oversized button-downs, or full feminine fantasy.

Clients love

Bodysuits
Lingerie (classic or spicy)
Oversized button-downs or knits
Fishnets, thigh-highs, or leather jackets
Statement jewellery, robes, ropes
Just you + a sheet
Or just you, full stop.

Local stores

Online stores

The flow

Arrive + settle in
We chat, go over your looks, tweak the plan
Hair + makeup if booked — you get pampered, we get prepped
1.5–2 hours of posing, hype, direction & fire
3 outfit changes (plus optional nude or implied nude or sheet)
Break + same-day image reveal if you’re ready to see the magic
Choose your faves, design your keepsakes, breathe it all in

What to bring

Up to three outfits
Nude or black thong
Jewellery, heels, or props (if you’re into it)
A whole lot of curiosity + courage

Image Privacy

Your images are treated like the luxury items they are. Your photos are never shared without your explicit written permission, viewed only by our editor (Holly), who is involved in editing and delivering your securely stored gallery.

You get to choose how (of if) your images are used; whether you want them shared, shared anonymously, or not at all.

Unpurchased images are not used for marketing and are archived only for a limited time. Purchased images are securely stored so you can access them again if needed. Your body. Your images. Your rules.

After the Shoot

You’ll get your proof gallery within 7 working days where you can choose your images and your print products. Albums and artwork arrive within 4 weeks after ordering

Your shoot day

retouching

Our editing style is about refinement, not reinvention. We soften skin while keeping texture, remove temporary blemishes, redness, bruises, lint, stray hairs, and smooth minor distractions so the focus stays on you.

This is a collaboration but generally we don’t change your body shape, resize features, eor rase scars, stretch marks, or defining details (unless you ask). This type of retouching isn’t included in your shoot, but if you’d like to consider it, chat to us for a quote.

Makeup

Hair

We love to work with Bobbie Fiest Makeup who will come into the studio the hour before your shoot ($150).

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One last thing

You don’t have to show up feeling confident. You just have to show up.
 We’ll handle the rest.