Sparkle and Dazzle in the Red, White and Blue!

By on June 21, 2011 – 2:40 pm

Get ready for the 4th of July with a fun red, white and blue photo session! Here are some outfits that the whole family can “sparkle” in for the holiday! I love these outfits because everyone can coordinate, look patriotic and still be stylish!

The good news is that there are lots of available options on the market this time of year for red, white and blue clothing. With lots of choices on sale too! Even Old Navy has an entire section of their website dedicated to American Clothing! In my searches for today’s Trendy Tuesday blog, I found these adorable outfits at Janie & Jack in the “All American Style” section. Your girls will look so cute in a blue dress or red halter and plaid skirt. And because Janie & Jack is so great, they have coordinating sibling outfits for brother. Try your little boy in coveralls or a bigger boy in a plaid shirt and a polo.

Mom try this beautiful dress from The Gap. I really love how this dress works with the plaids everyone in the family is wearing. It is so unexpected but ends up looking so beautiful with everyone. A simple necklace or bracelet will make you look effortless, mom. Also from The Gap (I love one stop shopping!)….dress your man in shorts and a plaid button down. Again, an effortless look that pairs perfectly with the family.

Enjoy dressing for an All American Session for the 4th of July with LifeXpressions!

 

 

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A Birthday Gift From Me to YOU!

By on June 18, 2011 – 10:26 am

To schedule your session and take part in this special offer call the office at 800.487.0064

or email us at info@lifexpressions.net today!

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Babies, Babies, Babies!! | Cape Coral, Naples, Estero and Sanibel Newborn Photographer

By on June 9, 2011 – 10:00 am

So where have I been and why is the blog so quiet?! I promise, I really do have a good reason for the scarce blog entries – BABIES!

Well, okay not just babies although they do happen to have taken up most of my May and June session dates. Before the babies came the vacationing families and totally fun beach sessions. You’ll have to stay tuned and hope that I get back in here to post some of those images. <wink> The outtakes are hysterical and the rest, well, just great times with families on our beautiful Southwest Florida Coastline. And can I just say, WELCOME BACK SNOWBIRDS! I know that I am just tickled pink (as are most of the hotel managers I’ve spoken to recently) to see so many families making their way back to the Naples area for their vacations, some for the first time in two years.

Yes, busy is good! Unfortunately (or would that be fortunately?!) just when I thought I’d have a chance to come up for air I was hit with the Southwest Florida Baby Boom! What were all you crazy kids up to last fall?? Never mind, some things are better left unsaid! <grin> I have to admit, I am thoroughly enjoying all the squishy baby goodness coming my way so I thought I’d share some of the adorable little ones I’ve had the pleasure of photographing over the last few weeks in one post. As always, don’t forget to visit our facebook fan page as I’m known for popping up a sneak peek or session outtake there most every day. Ooo and there is a super easy to win contest going on right now too!

CAUTION: Cuteness overload below! =)

…Sweet Baby Laura…

…The Little Heart-breaker Chase…

…Grant The Champ (I say because this adorable little guy was born weighing in at a whopping 9 lbs 4 oz -OUCH! haha)…

…Josh, my little rock ‘n roller…

…Last, but certainly not least, sweet baby boy Taylor…


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  1. Jennifer Brink   -  

    Taylor is just adorable, I can’t wait to hold him! And the family photo is beautiful too, I have a feeling that Kristine will have a hard time when it comes to choosing photos…..

  2. Tracey Johnson   -  

    Oh my gosh! They are all so cute, how can you stand it? Gorgeous work Terrilyn, I can’t begin to pick a favorite!

  3. Amy Smith   -  

    Aw, they are all super sweet. :) What I love best though, the photos are all different! You managed to make each baby stand apart from the next. It takes talent to walk in to someone’s home and make unique photos that reflect the family being photographed. Well done Terrilyn!

  4. Jessica Burns   -  

    Awww! Love them!

  5. Tracey Jones   -  

    Such gorgeous pictures….as always!

  6. Rose 'Nana' Madden   -  

    Terri, OMG…..those pics of Taylor are out of sight…..I am going to have such a hard time picking out pictures of my little grandson….GREAT JOB!

Trendy Tuesday: Jewel Tones for June

By on June 7, 2011 – 7:00 am

I recently saw a beautiful photo of a mom and her daughters all dressed  in solid jewel tone dresses. It made for a beautiful photo and I thought I would share the Trendy idea with my clients. I have added a bit more “trendy” to my wardrobe selections and have chosen all dresses that are one shoulder too. The great part of a one shoulder dress is that everyone looks hip but not too cheeky.  Also you can minimize accessories because your one bare shoulder can be your best accessory. Be careful of tan lines if you try out this look! Add a fun bracelet and face framing earrings and you are look will be complete. If dad or brother’s join the photo. Simply put them in their favorite jewel tone solid polo or tee. Pair with short or slacks. I can’t wait to see all of you in your jewel tones for June.

Search for these items by designer or style because Spring and Summer clothing has started to go on sale for many on-line retailers!

Little girl’s dress is from Saks Fifth Avenue and is called the One Shoulder Ella Girl dress. Retails for $57.00.

Young girls and or tween dresses are from Lulu’s. Retails $32.00.

Mom’s purple one shoulder dress is from Shop Bop designer Haute Hippie. Retails for $255.

Mom’s one shoulder hot pink maxi dress can be found at Net a porter and is from designer Halston. Retails for $346.

Dad’s shirt is from Ralph Lauren. Retails for $80.

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Trendy Tuesday: Romantic Island Chic

By on May 17, 2011 – 5:20 pm

What is more beautiful than an Island sunset? For your next photo shoot, dress your children in a beautiful collection of clothes that remind you of your vacation Island sunsets! I love the Spring/Summer collection from designer Room Seven. This season’s clothes are very whimsical, romantic and full of vintage fabrics. Designers have made sure both your boys and your girls have the best of everything for their photos with these clothes.

I have chosen to feature some of the most fun and wearable outfits that can work in your backyard, the beach, or anywhere in between for your next session. I love that this season the baby clothes are just as adorable, yet stylish, like big sister’s clothes. The outfits for the boys could work for young boys or as old as 6 or 7 and look great with sister too.

I have selected lots of photos for today’s Trendy Tuesday because I just couldn’t decide which outfit I liked the best. I thought the model shots from Room Seven also offered some great ideas for our next session. Lots of appropriate props and accessories that are simple but add to the photo without taking your focus away from the adorable subjects.

Mom or Dad if you will be joining the photo session too, keep your outfits simple, romantic and something you would wear for an evening sailon a yacht. These outfits are works of art on their own, put your child in them and they will become masterpieces!

See you at our next Romantic Island Chic photo session!

 

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Trendy Tuesday: Royal Wedding Style

By on May 3, 2011 – 7:00 am

I couldn’t help it this week, I had to include some “Royal” fashion in my blog! I was completely obsessed with the Royal Wedding last week. I loved all the fairy tale princess parts of the media coverage but the fashion was simply amazing. So this week I dedicate my Trendy Tuesday blog entry to all things Royal.

As you shop for your wardrobe for your next LifeXpressions session, I know that you will easily find clothing inspired by the recent Royal Wedding fashion.  Start with some lace…I love the idea of simple lace over-lay sun dress. Elegant and regal like Kate Middleton. This dress is for mom or big sister in the photo session. Pair the dress with some beautiful earrings for some understated glamour. Like Kate, sister Pippa looked fabulous in her stylish dress on wedding day. Mom dress in this stylish suit appropriately named “Pippa” from Bloomingdales. The sleek style of this suit will be sharp with your little girls in yellow and blue outfits.

The color yellow looked so beautiful on the Queen. Let your little one wear this beautiful perfect yellow dress from Saks Fifth Avenue. The touches of lace will coordinate perfectly with the lace in the sun dress that mom or sis is wearing.  Mrs. Middleton also added her own style in a beautiful blue outfit. If yellow isn’t the best color for your little one, try this blue dress from Nordstroms. It also has a touch of lace over-lay to coordinate with everyone.

Calling all princesses for a LifeXpressions Session!

Lace evening dress
$100 - topshop.com

Pippa
$150 - bloomingdales.com

Handcrafted jewelry
$88 - nordstrom.com

Sterling silver cz ring
$70 - amazon.com

Jon Richard hair accessory
14 GBP - debenhams.com

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Trendy Tuesday: Summer Memories

By on April 19, 2011 – 7:00 am
Summer Memories

Mother’s Day is only a few weeks away! So treat yourself to a photo memory with your children and LifeXpressions.

Start by; purchasing yourself this adorable butterfly dress from Top Shop and accessorize with your favorite earrings or the ones I found at Couture Candy…this will make you start smiling! Skip the shoes you won’t need them, just add some lip gloss, let your hair be wind blown!

Your kids will love their outfits too because they can get wet in the ocean and still look completely adorable. Janie and Jack has created the cutest butterfly collection this season for girls and pair it with the stunning little “man” wear for your tiny men. Don’t forget all the matching accessories they really make the outfit complete.

If you have an older boy, have him wear his favorite solid blue swim trunks with a pop of color on top to match sisters beautiful butterflies on her suit or dress. I love a Ralph Lauren polo on the boys; they always make for a sharp photo.

I just can’t wait to see all the fun photos of my families kissing on mom, getting her wet in the Ocean or burying her feet. What a wonderful way to start the summer with some beautiful memories of the family.


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