Who are the women that we photograph at mellBella? They are women just like you.
Women with kids. Women without kids. Women battling infertility or miscarriages. Women in a great relationship. Women who got out of an abusive relationship. Women not in a relationship. Women about to get married. Women celebrating an anniversary. Women no longer married. Women who have never been married. Women celebrating goals or their birthdays. Women who need a break. Women who need to feel beautiful inside and out. Women who volunteer. Women who don’t take care of themselves because they are too busy taking care of others. Women caring for sick or dying family members. Women who have lost weight. Women who have gained weight. Women whose bodies have changed with health or life in general. Women fighting or have fought depression, post partum, eating disorders, diabetes, cancer, and so many more difficulties.
Women with stretch marks, cellulite, age spots, wrinkles, big breasts, small or no breasts, tall, short, thick hair, thinning hair, and everything inbetween. Women of different ages, races, sizes, and shapes. Stay-at-home moms. Working mothers. Professional women. Military. First Responders. Strong women. Strong women who feel weak. Awkward women. Silly women. Women who want to feel valued. Women who want to feel good about themselves. Women who come to our studio just as they are with the hopes of liking 1 or 2 photos of themselves for the first time in their lives. Women who generally like photos of themselves. Women who give and give and give some more. Women who want to show that they’ve still got it.
But one of the things that connects them all is that ALL women are beautiful. Women who are beautiful but don’t know it. Women who are beautiful inside and out. Women who want to see the beauty that others see in them. These women are just like you.
So, here’s to you, Bella. Thank you for everything that you are despite the struggles you are facing. Thank you for your trust in us. We love you!
mellBella Halloween Costume Contest 2017
/in Events, Feminine /by Mell BellWe love Halloween and dressing up. This year, we are hosting an online Halloween Costume Contest. All ladies 21 years and older are eligible to enter. There are three categories: Scary, Sexy, and Creative, which means there are three prizes. We’ll be announcing the prizes on social media. What are you going to be?
Here’s what you need to enter now through October 31st:
Christmas mellBella Style 2017 Boudoir Marathon
/in Boudoir, Events, Featured Event /by Mell Bell2017 is almost over, but we still have time for one more mellBella Boudoir Marathon. Our last Boudoir Photography Event of 2017 will be on December 1st and 2nd. Sexiest. Gift. Ever! Let our female staff help you create the Christmas gift that only you can give your fiance for your wedding, your anniversary, to celebrate reaching your goals or birthday, or just because you WANT to feel beautiful.
We’re offering the Bombshell Package for $200 ($216 with tax) for this event.
Our Bombshell Package includes:
– An hour pampering by our expert hair and makeup artist from Sarah Pearson- Hair and Makeup Artistry
– An hour Private photoshoot in the mellBella Studio
– Private consultation & viewing session
– Champagne, little bites and sweet treats
Albums and products are available for purchase. Limited space available!
Ask about our specials for military, our Richard Bell Photography brides, and return Bella Beauties.
Click HERE to check out available times and ask for a contract to officially reserve your session for Christmas mellBella Style 2017– Dec 1st & 2nd!
One Image Wednesday- Color Coordination
/in Boudoir, Bridal Boudoir, One Image Wednesday /by Mell BellWe love to match the bed to your boudoir look! This Bella brought her teal wedding shoes and wore this gorgeous light pink bodysuit. Combine these colors and match for her hair, eyes, and skin, and wow! This photo was taken with our above-the-bed camera to show how everything came together. It’s all about coordinating the colors to take your boudoir photos to the next level… something that just plain white sheets can’t do.
Falling For You Boudoir Marathon 2017
/in Boudoir, Events /by Mell BellWe love FALL, so we’re having a one day boudoir marathon to celebrate– Sunday, Nov 5th. You can get a head start on your Christmas or winter wedding gifts or simply because you need some pampering.
We’re offering the Bombshell Package for $200 ($216 with tax) for this event.
Our Bombshell Package includes:
– An hour pampering by our expert hair and makeup artist from Sarah Pearson- Hair and Makeup Artistry
– An hour Private photoshoot in the mellBella Studio
– Private consultation & viewing session
– Champagne, little bites and sweet treats
Albums and products are available for purchase. Limited space available!
Bring your best gal pals! If you both book a session for this event, you BOTH get $30 in Product Credit towards your mellBella product(s).
Ask about our specials for military, our Richard Bell Photography brides, and return Bella Beauties.
Click HERE to check out available times and ask for a contract to officially reserve your session for Falling For You 2017– November 5th!
Faces of mellBella
/in Boudoir, Bridal Boudoir, Feminine, Pinup, Real Story /by Mell BellWho are the women that we photograph at mellBella? They are women just like you.
Women with kids. Women without kids. Women battling infertility or miscarriages. Women in a great relationship. Women who got out of an abusive relationship. Women not in a relationship. Women about to get married. Women celebrating an anniversary. Women no longer married. Women who have never been married. Women celebrating goals or their birthdays. Women who need a break. Women who need to feel beautiful inside and out. Women who volunteer. Women who don’t take care of themselves because they are too busy taking care of others. Women caring for sick or dying family members. Women who have lost weight. Women who have gained weight. Women whose bodies have changed with health or life in general. Women fighting or have fought depression, post partum, eating disorders, diabetes, cancer, and so many more difficulties.
Women with stretch marks, cellulite, age spots, wrinkles, big breasts, small or no breasts, tall, short, thick hair, thinning hair, and everything inbetween. Women of different ages, races, sizes, and shapes. Stay-at-home moms. Working mothers. Professional women. Military. First Responders. Strong women. Strong women who feel weak. Awkward women. Silly women. Women who want to feel valued. Women who want to feel good about themselves. Women who come to our studio just as they are with the hopes of liking 1 or 2 photos of themselves for the first time in their lives. Women who generally like photos of themselves. Women who give and give and give some more. Women who want to show that they’ve still got it.
But one of the things that connects them all is that ALL women are beautiful. Women who are beautiful but don’t know it. Women who are beautiful inside and out. Women who want to see the beauty that others see in them. These women are just like you.
LuLa Roe Fundraiser to Benefit the Center for Women
/in Events, Giving /by Mell BellBack in February of this year, we got to help celebrate, fund raise, and support local women. We stepped out of our studio photographed the dance floor, silent auction, and fashion show. The theme was Fashion through the Decades. ALL proceeds went directly to the Center for Women. The Center for Women advocates and educates South Carolina women to help them succeed in their professional, community, and personal lives. They have training workshops, networking opportunities, mentoring programs, and so much more. Check them out!
Around 60 local and traveling LuLa Roe consultants came together to donate their time and money for this awesome cause. Each consultation even donated an entire outfit for the Silent Auction, and several companies donated gift certificates, food, service, time, and awesome additions to the complete each LuLa Roe outfit.
Thank you to all the companies and individuals for your donations and time that raised a total of $7,707 for the Center for Women.
Event sponsors:
If you or a woman you know, is needing job help, looking for financial management education, mentoring, or just looking to give back, please contact the Center for Women.
What to Wear for your Boudoir Session– Beyond a Matching Bra and Panty
/in Boudoir, Bridal Boudoir, Feminine, What to Wear /by Mell BellIt time again for What to Wear for your Boudoir Session. You found the perfect matching bra and panty set for one of your boudoir looks. But now, you need help coming up with some other looks. We got you!
Here is our TOP TEN list for what to wear Beyond a Bra and Panty set at your boudoir session:
Now, where can you find these and get even more ideas? We created a whole Pinterest Board just for you with 100 pins of these ideas and more.
Check out our Beyond Bra and Panty Pinterest Board
Where to shop? We found a ton of items at Bits of Lace, Lane Bryant, Victoria Secret, Frederick’s of Hollywood, Amazon, Target, and Torrid. All places that our Bellas have shopped and recommended.
You can always bring several options to your mellBella session, and we’ll help you pick what is going to look best for you. Can’t wait to see what ideas you come up with!
One Image Wednesday- Jewelry
/in Boudoir, mellBella Closet, One Image Wednesday, Pinup, What to Wear /by Mell BellHappy Wednesday! Details like jewelry as so important. Don’t forget to bring your ring(s), necklace, or other jewelry that your significant other gave you. It’s the perfect to your session to make it even more personal. If you forget to bring any jewelry, don’t worry. We have plenty of gorgeous necklaces and a few bracelets from the mellBella Closet to add to your look. Go with a classic long strand pearls for one outfit then change it up to glam with an extra sparkly statement necklace.
You Got This Day 2- Boudoir Marathon
/in Events, Featured Event /by Mell BellWe are so excited to let you know due to some scheduling changes and more importantly, popular demand… we are adding new event sessions for another date. We got you! And guess what? YOU GOT THIS on Saturday, Sept 16th.
We’re offering the Bombshell Package for $200 ($216 with tax) for this event.
Our Bombshell Package includes:
– An hour pampering by our expert hair and makeup artist from Sarah Pearson- Hair and Makeup Artistry
– An hour Private photoshoot in the mellBella Studio
– Private consultation & viewing session
– Champagne, little bites and sweet treats
Albums and products are available for purchase. Limited space available!
Bring your best gal pals! If you both book a session for this event, you BOTH get $30 in Product Credit towards your mellBella product(s).
Ask about our specials for military, our Richard Bell Photography brides, and return Bella Beauties.
One Image Wednesday- Surprise
/in One Image Wednesday, Pinup /by Mell BellWhat do you think surprised her? mellBella Pinups are ALL about expressions from surprised to sultry from shocked to smiling. At your mellBella Photography Pinup Session, be sure to channel your best Lucille Ball expressions.