If you have been playing along at home, you will know that as part of my #festivalof50, I was keen to pose for some glamour photos.
And yes, I did wonder: Am I too old for glamour photos?
But my photographer friend assured me I’m not, and that a boudoir photo shoot would actually be a great way to remember my 50 year old self in years to come – as well as get some very special photos for the hubster to treasure!
Have You Ever Had Glamour Photos?
I must confess, I posed for some glamour photos to commemorate my 30th birthday – yes 20 years ago now! My daughter was only a few weeks old, and was still breast fed, so my sister came along to help out at the photo shoot.
To be honest, I didn’t really like the resulting images that much. They just didn’t look like “me”.
So I was hemming and hawwing about doing it all again for my 50th, because let’s face it, there are a lot more lumps and bumps, wrinkles and crinkles, than there were when I was 30!
Then the good people at The Apparel Effect sent me some samples of their plus-size lingerie – and it kinda felt like the planets had aligned.
Now Middle Aged Mama has a strict family-friendly policy, so while I would *love* to be able to share some of the resulting photos with you – some things are best kept private 😉 .
But I can tell you this: the hubster absolutely loves the pics, and the lingerie; but most of all the woman in them!
Here’s a teaser to show you how they turned out …When it comes to posing and pouting for the camera, I’m rubbish at “sexy” – but I *can* do “cute” – even at age 50!
Do you think there is such a thing as being too old for glamour photos?
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Deborah says
Awww…. I want to get some professional photos done this year that I can use for blogging and for my profile pics etc… Mine are usually selfies and – though I’m not touting for work or anything – I think it’s kinda obvious sometimes.
It’s on my ‘5 before 50’ list so I have until December. I asked Melissa (SugerCoatIt) about her recent pics as I really love them so might even think about a trip to Gympie to use her photographer when I can save the money. And I like the idea of someone doing my hair and makeup and it staying on long enough for the photos!)
Janet Camilleri says
I hated photos until my mate Vic started doing professional photos for me about 10 years ago (I was often her guinea pig), and now of course I do a million selfies, so I am much more comfortable in front of the camera.
Min@WriteoftheMiddle says
Never too old for glamour photo’s! I have never had any done though! It’s something I might consider in the near future (before I get too much older)! Love the one of you when you were 30 and I’m sure the ones of you at 50 are great too. #TeamLovinLife
Janet Camilleri says
I think it’s about time you got in front of the camera Min, instead of being behind it!!!
Victoria Purdie says
Hey girls, I did Janet’s photo shoot as we go way back in the friends department. It was fun. You can find me at [email protected] or check out my website and Facebook Pages; Purdie Photography. Shoots cost less than you think and none of us are getting any younger, so mose well make the most of what you have right now. I promise you a fun time.
Janet Camilleri says
Definitely recommend Victoria I don’t trust anybody else with my professional pics!!!
Julia says
I think it’s great that you got these – you’re never too old 🙂 You look beautiful. Wish you could have posted some more pics!
Julia says
PS. Big Ted looks chuffed!
Janet Camilleri says
LOL doesn’t he!!! 😉 And you’re just a bit biased PDB x
Jo Tracey says
I don’t think there’s such a thing as being too old. I’m keen to get some pro shots done, but probably more outside pics rather than glamour shots. I keep putting it off and putting it off. Maybe it’s the thought of doing my hair? Who knows. Yours, however, look like you had fun as well as looking good – well, from the sneaky G rated sample anyways 😉
Janet Camilleri says
Yes, G rated, that’s a good way to describe it! To be honest I wouldn’t have minded putting up a couple of the tamer shots, but hubster didn’t want to share me and I wanted to respect his wishes (even if I didn’t agree)!
Denyse says
I like that you are making the most of this year. Good for you. Photos are special and you will never be ‘this young again’ is one way I look at it. Many moons ago I lost a lot of weight (went back on, now its gone again) and I decided to do a photo shoot. It was for me to celebrate me and I am glad I did it. I didn’t do boudoir ones but I did celebrate a ‘thinner’ me with a board shorts and kind of bikini top. Have no idea where those pics are now but I remain pleased that I did them.
Janet Camilleri says
Must be time you got some more done Denyse! I reckon you’d look fab in a glamour shoot!
Leanne says
I’m not sure about Glamour Photos – I would want to hang it on the family room wall or put on my social media if I looked fantastic in a photo (for a change) Not sure how that would go in a bra and knickers! What I’d love is some professional photos (like Deb mentioned) where I look “put together” and someone could give me some guidance on how to smile without looking like a gargoyle! Maybe one day……I actually applied for an online deal once but you weren’t allowed to use the photos – only they could print them for you – kind of defeated the purpose really.
Janet Camilleri says
You look great in the photos I’ve seen – like somebody I would like to know, which having read your blog, I know is an accurate portrayal. I’m going to get the pics printed up in a book for hubster’s birthday 🙂 .
Leisa says
Never too old for glamour photos! Never too old to finally do things you’ve always wanted to do! I’m up on stage doing burlesque! LOVE IT!
Janet Camilleri says
I love that you are doing Burlesque – my Miss 20 would be very admiring too, her favourite movie is Burlesque!
Leanne @ Deep Fried Fruit says
So much fun!
I remember getting cousin getting hers done at the ripe ol’ age of 21. She looked like she’d just walked off the set of Dallas. I was so jealous!! She looked like a movie star for sure.
I got mine done at the age of 25. I just looked like a made-up version of myself. I was disappointed I didn’t look like I was in Dallas too. Now that I look back, I’m kind of thankful for the more low key, more “me” photos.
I can’t wait to see your glamour photos 🙂
Janet Camilleri says
Reckon it must be time you swapped places with the model daughter and got some done Leanne!
Jo says
Never too old for glamour – or photos! I loved your cute teaser, and yes perhaps it’s best staying away from the sexy at our age or we might get a few unwanted internet proposals! Lol!
Janet Camilleri says
Ugh I already get dodgy messages from mostly Arabic men on Instagram … delete DELETE DELETE!
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says
Never too old Janet!!! I had one done when I turned 40 (nearly 20 years ago). It was so much fun and I certainly looked more glamorous than my normal self. Love the lingerie and also the photo I’m sure you will be pleased with the result and glad that you did it. A lovely memory.
Janet Camilleri says
Must be just about time you did it again Sue!
Beth | AlmostPosh.com says
I had mine done in my late 20s I think, it was fun but I got massively sucked into an expensive photo package that I absolutely could not afford at the time! I’d do it again but I think I’d prefer to get some nice family shots done professionally.
Janet Camilleri says
Same about the one I got when I was 30, especially considering I wasn’t that thrilled with them!
Pinky Poinker says
You certainly can do cute! You’re adorable Janet 🙂
Janet Camilleri says
LOL thanks Pinky!
Jan Wild says
I think everyone has already said this but never too old. Brave doing it in lingerie though and I agree you don’t want to share publicly; I got the most revolting comment on our Facebook page a few weeks ago.
Janet Camilleri says
Sadly there are some real sickos out there. I posted a pic of my feet on IG once after a pedicure and got some foot fetishist contact me. WTF.