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Did the Boudair Marathon!

I don't post on here much, but I have to tell someone how much I friggin loved the boudair marathon with Kathleen Thame! I did it with my best friends (one is engaged, other celebrating 5 years of marriage) and it was AWESOME! If you are thinking about it, just do it. It's definitely an "extra" that wasn't quite in the budget, but worth every penny considering how amazing I feel. My fiance is going to LOVE this, the hard part is keeping it from him over the next couple of months :) I know Kate books up fast but I'm sure other photographers can do an awesome job as well.

Re: Did the Boudair Marathon!

  • kellycatalokellycatalo member
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    edited May 2012
    hey, I don't know if this is creepy or not, but I was the girl before you three. :) I wish I had had a friend along with me, it would have been much more fun. But I still had a good time.

    I'm a little sad none of mine made it to the sneak-peak, but only a few more weeks of waiting! I can't wait to see them! Kate was so awesome too. I would definitely definitely recommend her for anyone considering this. I looked at a few other photographers in the chicagoland area, and their prices were all SKY high. The experience I had was wonderful, and much more affordable.
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  • hz80408hz80408 member
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    Lol too funny Kelly!  I'm glad you both had a good time! Just wait until you get your proofs!!
  • Awesome!! You could have hung out with us after your shoot was over! I very much loved how she asked if she could use us and we could even have our faces omitted if we wanted. Very cool : my wedding isn't until august, I really don't know if I can keep it away from him for that long!
  • I'm doing mine on Saturday with Kathleen.  Did you girls tip the MU/hairstylist/kathleen?

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  • Oh, and my one friend did a shot that was totally HOT. But that didn't make the sneak peak either...shes saving some surprises I think!
  • No, I didn't tip either. But I didn't even think about it honestly, I wonder now if I should have?!
  • yeah, i didn't even THINK about tipping that girl until i had left. i probably should have. i'm glad i'm not the only one who didn't!
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  • So what exactly is this?  Sexy pics???  I have seen a few things here and there and never gave it much thought, but it sounds like something that my FI would never expect and would totally love.  Do you have to bring your own things to wear?  Do they have someone to do your makeup and hair?  I think I am picturing like a Glamour Shots or something.  Any info is much appreciated!! Thanks!!
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  • Oh, and I almost didn't read this post because I hate running!  LOL.  I thought you were posting about a marathon you just ran.  Hahaha.  
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  • @Gina--check out Kathleens' page: http://www.kathleenthame.com/blog/category/boudoir/page/2/

    She usually has options for you to add on hair and make up if you want. Yes, you bring your own clothes/props, but if you're having trouble she can give you suggestions!
  • hz80408hz80408 member
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    edited May 2012
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_illinois-chicago_did-the-boudair-marathon?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:72Discussion:0222196c-45a3-435a-94a9-4f9f540bb9daPost:76bc8fa9-fe34-49bf-bf7b-ba547b2a20d4">Re: Did the Boudair Marathon!</a>:
    [QUOTE]So what exactly is this?  Sexy pics???  I have seen a few things here and there and never gave it much thought, but it sounds like something that my FI would never expect and would totally love.  Do you have to bring your own things to wear?  Do they have someone to do your makeup and hair?  I think I am picturing like a Glamour Shots or something.  Any info is much appreciated!! Thanks!!
    Posted by GinaV0822[/QUOTE]

    Hi Gina! Yep, it's pics for your FI's eyes only.  Typically you bring 3-5 outfits.  The marathon's are held in a hotel room, so it's just you and the photog.  If you want, you can opt to pay more for the makeup and hair (and it's totally worth it, I think it just makes you feel more confident).  You can email Kate Thame or FB Kathleen Thame to see when her next session is: <a href="mailto:kathleen@kathleenthame.com" rel="nofollow">kathleen@kathleenthame.com</a>

    Re: TIPPING:  I wouldn't worry that you didn't! I debated and didn't in the end, while it's nice.  It is a privately owned business, thus despite hotel costs, etc, there is minimal overhead and most of the money goes to them
  • I love her! She's doing our wedding and we had the best time taking our engagement pics. I've thought about doing the boudoir pics but now hearing how great it was maybe I will...hmm...What was it like w/figuring out poses/faces?? I cannot make serious faces/sexy faces AT ALL..was it hard to figure out what pose to do/face to make??

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  • She helps you with EVERYTHING. I would bring as much stuff as possible, you might not use it all but you won't regret having too much I promise. We all walked in with rolling suitcases with random props. DEFINITELY do the hair and make up. The pros just will always be better at it. We all felt amazing after it was over, all we are all different sizes : our boys are going to die!
  • This sounds soooo fun!  I feel like I would hate myself in every picture but I think FI would love this.  Definately going to look into this.  Thank you!!
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  • how exactly is it set up? you are at a hotel and the photographer goes from room to room? or am i missing something? i am kidna dumb, ha
  • I might need a few cocktails before doing it!
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  • In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_illinois-chicago_did-the-boudair-marathon?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:72Discussion:0222196c-45a3-435a-94a9-4f9f540bb9daPost:ed14965a-a0d7-4e0c-8274-9ea89bdf6b5c">Re: Did the Boudair Marathon!</a>:
    [QUOTE]how exactly is it set up? you are at a hotel and the photographer goes from room to room? or am i missing something? i am kidna dumb, ha
    Posted by snn07102011[/QUOTE]

    she gets a suite and then while you're waiting/getting your hair & makeup done you are in the like living room area. and then all the shots are done in a bedroom which has a door so you are separated from the main area.
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