Putting the Blue in Bluegrass

Inspired by Rachel Ann Jensen’s Brooklyn Bridge Betty shoot, I knew I wanted to do something that was a cross between that and Cinderella. Fortunately, I found myself in the right hands with Janna Michelle Photography, who loved the idea as much as I did and we decided to run with it.

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Outfit Details:

True Vintage Longline Bra from MzJonesBoudoir

Cardigan from Amazon

Pearls were from eBay

Pants were from Silken Twine Australia

Shoes were Bettie Page Shoes

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Hair and Makeup was done by yours truly. It was not until after this shoot, I learned that the difference between a ton and a buttload of pomade is what helps you keep your bumper bang in shape all day.

Makeup of the Day:

  • Foundation Primer: Make Up For Ever Nourishing Primer
  • Foundation: Make Up For Ever HD Foundation Stick (Y215)
  • Under-Eye Concealer: Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat Radiant Touch (1)
  • Setting Powder: Kat Von D Loose Setting Powder in Translucent
  • Eye Primer: Urban Decay Anti-Aging Eye Primer
  • Eyeshadow: Make Up For Ever Artist Shadow (M500 (Ivory)) for base, MAC Cosmetics Eyeshadow (Omega) in the crease
  • Eyeliner: Marc Jacobs Highliner Gel Pencil (Blacquer), Physician’s Formula 2-in-1 Lash Boosting Eyeliner + Serum (Blackest Black)
  • Mascara: Too Faced Better than Sex Waterproof
  • Blush: MAC Cosmetics Sheertone Blush (Blushbaby)
  • Contour: Kat Von D Contour Refill Powder (Sombre)
  • Lipstick: MAC Cosmetics Lipstick (Kinda Sexy)

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The photos themselves were taken outside of the famous Galt House Hotel, a Louisville institution. It’s a hotel that overlooks the Ohio River and is one of the most glamorous spots in Louisville. The original Galt House was opened in 1835, later destroyed in a fire in 1865. It eventually reopened in a slightly different spot down the road, being rebuilt in 1869 and tore down in 1921.

The Galt House was eventually reopened in 1972 as part of a revitalization project and is the Galt House we know it as today. It hosts two towers along with a restaurant and is to this day the only riverfront hotel in the city.

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The photography was done for this shoot by the masterful, Janna Michelle Photography. Highly recommend her work for all Louisville-based shoots!

 

Yours ’til Niagara Falls,

Jupiter Gimlet