#Hoi An Couple photoshoot

[danangphotography]

Hoi An Couple photoshoot

[akaseru]

Juliantina Tag!

Copy and paste the questions below and tag 11 (as in Episode 11 😉) of your fellow Juliantinas. 

tagged by: @tenemos-que-hablar and @valvaldes

Part of the world you’re from: San Antonio, Texas. Go figure.

When did you join the fandom: I joined early May. Toodrunktofindaurl posted the muscle car pics of the Juliantina photoshoot. I legit thought they were a couple until I saw “aam” in her tags. I clicked it and here I am.

With or without sub titles: With subs because my Spanish is subpar.

Favorite interview: I don’t know if it counts as an interview, but I would definitely have to say Hoy for the announcement that shook the fandom.

Top 3 Favorite lines:

1. How do you know I wasn’t taking advantage of her?! (aka Lucho’s first death)

2. I don’t agree with you. In general or your beliefs. (Blushing virgin with a lot of shit to talk about or not, I would��ve pulled Val into an empty room or something and fucked her senseless for repeatedly telling Montilla to fuck off every time he suggests she stay away, but most especially at that moment.)

3. Who asked for your opinion?!  1) big relatable mood  2.) Nobody says shit about a woman with a heart bigger than Asia

Most relatable scene: When Juliana comforts Val on the park bench. I can’t stand to see people hurting like that.

Most annoying interruption: Tied between Chivis and Lucho. Chivis, for triggering Juliana’s flight response so early in the morning, especially after something so beautiful. And Lucho, of course, because Val never got to use the island/kitchen-counter. 

F@#k / Marry / Kill? Lupita, Eva, or Lucia: Fuck Eva. The hate/angry sex would be legendary. Marry Lucia, because she is scrappy and a beautiful soul. I need me people in my life that can rise up from shit like that with their head held high. Lupe, being Juliana’s mother and only “decent” family will not save you. The number of bad decisions you have made when you have a child to think about is astounding. Besides, Panchito would gladly adopt Juliana. (I don’t like FMK questions)

Personal Juliantina theme song: shiiit I have several because of the things I’m writing. In general though? I would have to say either 311′s or Adele’s cover of Love Song

Valentina in 5 words: soft binch absolutely no chill

Juliana in 5 words: suave as shit fite me

@ambs-writes @zags96 @aworldoftinyhippos @valenjuls @nymeria-rhoynar @beatskylar @emptydrops @gracedizon @aqilahpeacebro

Don’t forget to tag #juliantinaappreciationweek and #juliantina tag!

[pueblopez]

Creo que Gis y Pueblo hoy cumplen un año de acompañarse. LES MANDO AMOR ♡ . #sax #guitar #couple #portraitphotography #Portrait #Photography #nikon #NikonD3400 #photoshoot #music #red Reposted from @quetzalli_photography (en Mexico City, Mexico) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYnaM4pjB38/?utm_medium=tumblr

[liu-lobsters]

Memorable Memorial Weekend 2021

This was probably one of my most favorite weekends ever.

Friday, 5/28 was meant to be the day of our engagement photoshoot with Gala Photos & Films. I had a 1:30PM makeup and hair appointment in SJ before our 5PM photoshoot at the SF Japanese Tea Garden. On Thursday, I had dropped by Party City to pick up 6 24″ balloons of different colors because David and I were browsing Pinterest for engagement shoot ideas and came across photos of a couple posing with giant balloons and I was immediately inspired. :P I found out, however, from the Party City staff that those helium balloons wouldn’t last for more than 8 hours...so they advised that I come back the next day to pick them up. One of them rang me up and actually charged me $1.75 for each instead of the quoted $6.99. They also warned me that my Subaru Outback probably wouldn’t be able to fit 6 24″ balloons, so I needed a different transportation strategy anyway. I was ready to go on Friday with my balloon weights prepared (a box of stones wrapped in tissue paper and tied; and an actual plastic heart balloon weight that I had saved from who knows when). After spending a bit of time tying 3 balloons down to each weight, I stuffed them into my dad’s Previa van and was about to take off to SJ for my makeup and hair appointment with Tiffany Chiang of Design Her Image...when Marc of Gala suddenly texted saying there was 1 little problem. He proceeds to tell us about the gloomy and windy weather in SF and warned that photos would not turn out well...I stopped the car right outside of South Shore Center and messaged and called David to express my disappointment. After exchanging several texts, and David giving them feedback about the last-minute communication, we decided to take their suggestion of postponing the photoshoot to Monday, 5/31 (Memorial Day) instead, when it would supposedly be sunnier. Tiffany was also able to accommodate the last-minute change and book me for a 9:30AM appointment on Monday -- whew!  Thankfully, I got over moping about it and wondered what I could do with 6 giant balloons that most likely wouldn’t last until Monday. Plan B: we can do our own photoshoot! We decided to invite the best men and MOH’s to do an impromptu photoshoot at the lagoon behind my house, and thankfully, everybody was able to make it out and play along with our plan. :D It turned out to be a fun photoshoot, albeit it was a bit of a hassle trying to hold onto and take photos with the balloons in the wind. Andrew was kind to give up watching his bball game to be our photographer and Caroline happened to be coming back to Alameda anyway to prepare for her weekend Napa trip.  Sunday was the first day I stepped foot onto our Lafayette property again after our final walk-through the previous Tuesday. It was the day we got our keys (or more like, found our keys hidden there. :P)! After convincing my brother to share a U-Haul truck (he was moving furniture from his boss’ son’s apartment to his own house in Campbell that same day), we drafted an itinerary to pick up a classical upright piano from Auntie Hoi Yee in Daly City --> head to SF to pick up my brother’s furniture -->  head to Lafayette to unload the piano --> return to Campbell to unload my brother’s furniture and return the U-Haul. Because there were not enough seats to sit 5 people in the U-Haul, I ended up driving my Subaru to caravan with the U-Haul that my dad drove all around the Bay. That piano was heavy and took quite a lot of effort, but we’re thankful we met U-Haul staff Steve Larson who warned us against picking a 10″ U-Haul truck that didn’t have a ramp for the piano and suggested the 15″ instead and gave us some rope to tie the piano to the truck inside! When Monday finally came, the weather turned out to be gorgeous everywhere. Tiffany was very detailed with her work on my face and hair even at such an early time, and the makeup and hair seemed to have lasted throughout the day. It wasn’t crazy crowded in the Tea Garden as we had feared, and despite the front-door staff stating that we needed a permit and that balloons were not allowed inside (we left them tied to a post by the entrance), we had a great time with Marc & Gia. They posed us with very detailed instructions and knew some great spots to take our photos. Marc has a great sense of humor and Gia was sweet and kind. Marc also ended up somehow grabbing the balloons in for a few photos after we changed into formal outfits closer to closing time, so we got to take some with the semi-deflating balloons that somehow lasted for more than 8 hours! David and I also got to stop by H Mart afterwards to stock up on yummy Asian snacks. Overall, it was a memorable weekend full of grace, patience, new beginnings, accommodating friends, and fun. 

[anggecity]

Himanawari sa Baste (Something Unlikely at Baste)

In front of the San Sebastian Church posed a tranvia whose design was modeled from the 1890′s tranvia de sangre – trams pulled by the horses. The street is quite placid and the crystal blue sky is decorated with the fluffy clouds waving at the sunlight. Not from afar a photographer could not hide their smile as they lift the camera; so did the driver of the calesa-like tram. It so happened that there is a couple having a photo shoot at that time, I guess. If you would look closely at their rather fuzzy faces, they are actually smiling; their eyes endearingly poised to one another as the gentleman extended his arm so the lady would not trip on her traje de mestiza. 

The piña fabric must have worked its magic; its sheen cannot be missed against its natural translucency, hence you can see her arms and a little of her corpiño (decorative sando) through. As she lifts her saya or skirt, one can see her naguas de ohetes or a petticoat underneath, embellished with lace to some degree of restraint. I think that’s not her wedding dress – they say it’s unlucky to fit the dress per se before the wedding. (Well, the bodice itself is an exception and designers have their workarounds.) His barong tagalog seems to be a little paler, but nonetheless shiny to some extent. Apparently a fitting camisa de chino contributed to the opacity of the particular attire. I barely got to see the pechera or U-shaped embroidery finish on the particular attire, but it looks nicely done.

The streets the mint-colored church faces are houses that kept its vernacular shape, albeit not in the best condition they would have deserved today, or they were before. But about the church per se, its rusting steel body seemed to glow in a way. It then dawned to me that the sky was not as bright as it seemed earlier and that I must think of something else... do something...

...Yet as how I tried to get near, I cannot lift or move my POV. 

It turns out, it was just a dream. There are no trams actively running in Quiapo; not even in Manila! About this dream, it is something I made up. After all, this imaginary couple could have been anyone; their “prenup” could have been taken anywhere else. I might be happy for them – for something that only exists in my imagination? Would this ever manifest in real life? 

 This is a submission for a campaign on the conservation of San Sebastian Basilica. Anyway, here’s the Tagalog translation:

Sa harap ng Simbahang San Sebastian ay may tranvia na ang modelo ay tila base sa mga tranvia de sangre ng dekadang 1890's. Payapa ang kalye at ang malinaw na alapaap ay napapalamutian ng mala-bulak na ulap na siyang kumakaway sa mataas na sikat ng araw. Sa 'di-kalayuan ay may photographer na tila hindi naikukubli ang ngiti sa pag-angat niya ng camera; gayundin ang tsuper ng tram na mukhang kalesa. Sa tingin ko, nagkataon na ang magkasintahan ay may photoshoot sa oras na iyon. Kung makikita mo ng malapitan ang kanilang mga mukhang tila malabo sa paningin ay nakangiti talaga sila; ang pagtingin nila sa isa't isa ay 'di maikakailang may pag-alab habang tangan ng lalaki ang babae nang 'di siya madapa sa kanyang traje de mestiza.

Parang may salamangkang angkin ang telang gawa sa piña; may kakaiba itong kintab na nahahalata gayong ito ay may pagkanipis kaya makikita mo ang braso ng binibini at kaunting silip sa kanyang corpiño. Sa pag-angat niya ng saya ay masisilip ang naguas de ohetes na may katamtamang dibuho na gawa sa lace. Panigurado, hindi 'yan ang kanyang traje de boda – sabi nila, malas daw ang pagsuot ng traje de boda bago ang kasal. (Hindi naman siguro kasama ang pagsukat ng bodice.) Ang barong tagalog naman ng ginoo ay bahagyang mas mapusyaw, ngunit may kintab pa rin na hindi maikakaila. Malamang mayroon siyang suot na camisa de chino kaya ang baro ay parang hindi ganoong kanipis. Hindi ko masiyado nasulyapan ang pecherang nakatahi rito, ngunit maganda ang naging ayos nito.

Ang kalyeng kaharap ng simbahan na tila kulay maputlang berde ay may mga bahay na nakatayo, ngunit hindi sa kondisyong nararapat para sa kanila sa ngayon, o sa ayos nila katulad noon. Ngunit tungkol mismo sa simbahan, ang nangangalawang nitong katawan ay tila lumiwanag. Saka ko lamang napagtantong hindi pala maliwanag ang alapaap at may nararapat akong malaman... hoy, gumawa ka ng paraan...

...Ngunit habang pilit kong lumapit ay hindi ko maiangat o maigala ang aking paningin.

Saka ko lang nalamang panaginip lang pala ang lahat. Wala namang tranviang aktibo sa Quiapo; lalo na sa kabuuan ng Maynila! Tungkol sa panaginip na ito, gawa-gawa ko lang pala ito. Anuman ang mangyari, ang magkasintahang ito ay maaaring maging sinuman; ang sa tingin kong "pre-nup" photo shoot ay maaari namang kunan kung saanman. Maaari ako maging masaya para sa kanila – para sa isang bagay na lilok lang ng isip ko? Mayari kaya ito sa totoong buhay?

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The traditional Vietnamese wedding is one of the most important ceremonies in Vietnamese culture, which is influenced by Confucian and Buddhist ideologies. While traditional clothes of Vietnam have always been very diverse depending on the era and occasion, after the Nguyễn Dynasty women began to wear elaborate Áo dài for their weddings. #iphoneography #instamood #bestoftheday #photoshoot #beautiful #Couple #Vietnam #Culture #Tradition #Marriage #Aodai #HoiAn (at Hoi An Old Town - Phố cổ Hội An)

[pinxu82]

Hace unos dias se cumplieron 10 años desde que empezamos a recorrer el camino juntos. Hoy tengo una familia increible. ♥ -------------------------------------------------- #wanderlust #couple #retrato #portrait #portraitphotography #couplegoals #moments #photoshoot #instalovers #ibiza #igersibiza #igerseivissa #igersbaleares #igersespaña #picoftheday #canon #canonm6 #photooftheday #instagood #bestoftheday #photography #instagramers #eosm #fotografia #lifestyle #parejas #fotografiaencasa #marcosalbercaencasa #yomequedoencasa #stayathome (en Ibiza, Spain) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-mTaXjA99T/?igshid=1schr9fy8bqse

[ponpox]

Hoi Pon! i've been a fan of both your cosplay and art for a while now, and i just wanted to know how you made your grills for your Gyro cosplay? I myself am planning to cosplay him and i just wanted to know if you got any tips or such to share! Thanks for readingand have a great day/night

Honestly, I’m sorry to tell you this but I bought those grills on Ebay and they are terrible to use. They are way too big for my smol mouth and they hurt to have on for too long. Also I can’t talk when I have them in so I only wore them for photoshoots. This probably breaks the magic a little bit but it’s the truth! So the only advice I have is that if you want grills you can use for longer periods of time, google tutorials. I did that when I was making the cosplay and there are a couple ones out there, I think. But I am a very lazy cosplayer so I took the easy route! If you decide to buy grills, make sure to follow the instructions for the correct way to insert them and how to use the molding clay on the insides etc. And don’t wear them for too long because they can hurt your teeth, especially if you’ve worn braces like me! Good luck! ‘v’

[danangphotography]

Couple Photoshoot in Hoi An Vietnam (https://danangphotography.com/couple-photoshoot/)

1, Photographing couple on the romantic Hoai river

Couple photoshoot in Hoi An (SEE MORE: https://danangphotography.com/couple-photoshoot)

. The scene on the pier under the boat along the banks of the Hoai River is a typical feature reminiscent of visitors to each visit to Hoi An. This is a favorite place for many domestic and foreign tourists. Hoai River is a branch of the Thu Bon River flowing smoothly in the heart of the old town, as embellishing the rustic simplicity of people here. The gentle beauty of the river makes the hearts of people strangely peaceful. Especially on the full moon days, before sunset, the two rivers, all the roads leading to the old town were sparkling with the light of the flower.

Therefore, couples often hire small boats to make photos, couples in colorful long dresses standing on the small boat. Boat slowly floating in the middle of the sightseeing line, and have just taken photos. What could be more wonderful than sitting on a small boat shimmering in the yellow color between the romantic scenery and the two of you kissing each other. This is a very romantic idea for you to mark this place in the couple photo.

2, Take a photo of a couple at the lantern street

Lanterns are a feature of Hoi An. It can be said that throughout Vietnam, there are no many beautiful and impressive lanterns like here. People hang colorful lanterns all over the porch, villages … giving Hoi An a very unique beauty. This is not only a lighting item but it is much more than that, a part of the soul of the land of Hoi An. In particular, Hoi An is most beautiful especially on the full moon nights, when the streets have lights up. Couples seem lost in a fairytale country, the couples should choose this time to make a Couple photoshoot. SEE MORE PHOTOS HERE: https://danangphotography.com/couple-photoshoot/

Couples can together come up with the idea of wedding photography with colorful lanterns is nothing more beautiful.

3, Cua Dai and An Bang beach

SEE MORE PHOTOS HERE: https://danangphotography.com/couple-photoshoot/

Create an album Couple photoshoot together to mark the beautiful images, frolic on the beach. Sitting on the cliff watching the waves, exchanging passionate looks, leaning on each other’s shoulders as protection. Or simply the pictures of the moment when the two are dancing and drawing together on the sand. They are also very romantic.

4, Take Couple photoshoot in the old town in peaceful morning (see more photos: https://danangphotography.com

If you love the classic style, simple and romantic. The walking streets in the heart of Hoi An ancient town is a place for everyone. Early in the morning, all activities have not started, the streets are sparse, the shop is not yet open. The couple photos in a peaceful setting will be very special.

5, Ancient House – Ancient Assembly Hall

Time covered ancient house walls, mossy alleys, curved tiled roofs, colorful paper trusses in front of the meeting room.

Perform a photo in an old house in a peaceful morning. That reminds a quiet and solemn recurrence of the past of grandparents and parents with a simple but sustainable love. How many worries tired of life left behind feeling in peace, strangely serene. All these simple things will create a nostalgic and artistic Couple photoshoot album.

6, Japanese Covered Bridge

Japanese Covered Bridge – a unique architecture in the heart of the old town. It is a place when couples want to take Couple photoshoot in Hoi An.

Cau Pagoda is 18 m long, Architects design and build with bold oriental features. Covered Bridge imprints the time, mossy roof tiles illuminate the water ball.

Quang people have a message to the tourists from far away: “Whoever comes back from Quang land remember to visit the Assembly Hall, remember to go to Cau Pagoda”.

Couples who love history, can choose Cau Pagoda as the ideal venue for couple photos.

If you intend to take Couple photoshoot or Family photos in Hoi An, couples should refer to the selection of the 6 famous places above.

SEE MORE PHOTOS HERE: https://danangphotography.com/

If you have plenty of time and want more styles in your couple photo album, you can come to Danang not far from Hoi An only about 30 minutes by car.

[adventuresaroundasia]

That’s right, yours truly did a full-on Hoi An photoshoot with a professional photographer. Thankfully despite my initial fear of being super awkward, it was actually amazing!

I think we all know that I’m not an Instagram model that sets up elaborate photoshoots wherever I go. While I like to get a few photos here and there, I don’t bring a tripod, plan my outfits (hence, why I’m wearing the same 3 outfits in half my Instagram photos), or wear makeup because I’ll just sweat it off.

But I’ve really been wanting to get some great travel photos in Hoi An for some time now, so when Jim Grootes of Circular Media posted in an expat group looking for some models for his new photography business website, I hesitantly volunteered.

I’m not a model but… never hurts to ask right?

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I’m Not a Model Okay?

The one time I tried out to be a “model” for a backyard BBQ photoshoot in China featuring “German looking people”, they hired me… to be an English teacher to their Chinese staff. Yep, the one time I tried to be a model they hired me as an English teacher. Hey, at least it was a lucrative job!

I’m pretty used to people looking for non-models be in photos, only to have them turn me down for being too short and curvy. That’s why I was actually surprised when Jim jumped at the chance to do a photoshoot with me!

It turns out Jim was a professional wedding photographer back in the Netherlands and was looking to create a business and client base in Hoi An and Danang. Non-models like me were precisely who he was looking for.

Hoi An Vibes Only

Why I Wanted to do a Hoi An Photoshoot

I’ve been wanting (and needing) nice photos of myself for my blog and social media for a long time. But I hate forcing Chris to take them for me, and let’s be real, I’m usually sweaty and gross every time we go anywhere.

In addition to being perpetually damp whenever I go out, I also get a little awkward in front of the camera. I have no idea what to do with my hands, and I also dislike most “candid” photos of myself because I’m typically posed in a very unflattering way.

I’ve watched some Youtube videos on how to position myself for photos, but I still feel super uncomfortable and I hate that I can’t see myself on the camera when I’m posing.

I realized what I really needed to do was book a photoshoot with a professional photographer. I wanted someone who could give me direction, tell me how to pose, and produce some great quality photos to use for my website.

Thankfully Jim Grootes did exactly that, and it was awesome.

Health and Body Image: Celebrating My Hard Work

Many of you know I’ve been working really hard on improving my health and nutrition. In Beijing, I had a desk job from 10-7 with a 45-minute subway commute each way every day. I sat at a desk all day and ate out for most meals, which in Beijing means large portions and a lot of oil.

I went from eating a lot of fish and veggies in Ningbo to noodles, meat, bread, and oil in Beijing. Instead of having a glass of wine before salsa dancing in Ningbo, I switched to craft beer and sitting in Beijing. My hobbies morphed from dancing 3-5 days a week to trying to squeeze in 30 minutes on the treadmill during my lunch breaks.

Slowly but surely over the 2.5 years, I lived there, I gained a bunch of weight and no longer felt comfortable in my own body. None of my clothes fit, I didn’t like photos of myself, I had no energy, and I constantly felt puffy and sluggish.

Healthy Changes in Hoi An

Over the last year, I’ve made some major changes. Now I keep track of what I eat and try to get in four servings of vegetables a day. I measure out my portions and cook most of my meals, and I understand what’s healthy and what to eat in moderation. Finally, I also cut down on my alcohol consumption a lot.

I’ve gotten very into fun exercise with my Latin dance workout videos and 3x weekly strength training at the gym! I may not be as thin as I was in my early 20’s, but I don’t think I’ve ever been this healthy in my ENTIRE LIFE.

Since I’ve been working so hard on improving my health and fitness, it was great to celebrate all of my hard work with a photo shoot. The best word I can use to describe my experience is: empowering. I felt beautiful, comfortable in my own body, and happy to celebrate all the hard work and effort I’ve put into creating a healthier lifestyle for myself.

Working with Jim Grootes From Circular Media

I made it super clear to Jim that I’m definitely not a professional model, and I’m going to need a ton of direction. I have approximately 3 poses I know will (probably) look good, and that’s about it.

Thankfully, Jim was great at making me feel comfortable. If something looked awkward he’d tell me. If I was slouching too much, my hands were weird, or my angle was unflattering, he’d let me know! The direction he gave me definitely made me feel much more confident. I knew he’d tell me if something looked bad, so I had a fun time experimenting with different poses and shots.

Jim’s girlfriend Yến Nguyễn was also really amazing during the shoot. Not only did she carry my purse the ENTIRE time, but she also paid very close attention to the fact that I was sweating off all my makeup, dabbing me with tissues and even reapplying makeup that she brought from home halfway through the shoot!

The yellow walls in Hoi An!

Why Hoi An is Perfect For a Photoshoot

If you want to get amazing travel, family, or couples photos on your trip to Vietnam, I couldn’t think of a better place than Hoi An. The most obvious place to take photos is in Hoi An Old Town. With all the lanterns, cute cafes, yellow walls, little alleys, the river, decorated shops and more, you’ll literally never run out of good places to take photos.

Hoi An is also home to beautiful rice fields and stunning villas right on the many rivers. So if you’re looking for beautiful outdoorsy photos in a more natural environment, the Anh Mi rice fields or one of the many beautiful river villas could be a perfect choice.

You have no idea how much I was sweating here…

Hoi An Photoshoot Challenges

That said, there are some things to be aware of if you are trying to get beautiful photos in Hoi An. Firstly, the sun and heat can be very intense, especially in the summer months (June, July, August). I did my photoshoot at the end of July and man it was HOT. We started at around 9 am to avoid the heat, but even then I was SO SWEATY.

Seriously, in Hoi An I pretty much never wear makeup or a real bra before 6 pm because I just can’t deal with the heat. Not only did all of my makeup sweat and streak during the shoot, but my bra was also literally soaking wet when I took it off. (You’re welcome for that TMI).

To avoid the sun, I usually go out in the evenings. But starting around 5 pm Hoi An’s old town gets CROWDED with busses of tourists coming to see the old town lanterns light up at night, and to release floating lanterns into the river (wonder who collects all the trash from them….?).

So basically the optimal time to do a photo shoot is between 6-8 am, but who really wants to wake up that early? Aside from the sweat, we managed to get some great photos by hiding in the shade from the trees and shop buildings.

Where to Take Photos in Hoi An Old Town

While we wandered around a lot of Hoi An’s Old Town, there are a few spots I really loved!

The Tiny Yellow Alley

To be honest, I have no idea where EXACTLY this is, so you’ll have to wander around a little until you find it. It’s a super tight alley with yellow walls on both sides. Of course, there will probably be someone taking a photo here when you arrive. I just know it’s somewhat near 92 Station on the opposite side of the road.

92 Station Restaurant and Cafe

All of the amazing photos from the balcony are shot here! Go to the 3rd floor for an incredible view with rooves in the background. The roof of 92 Station has a terrace, but it’s a bit bright and much harder to get good shots up there.

Sunday Hoi An!

SUNDAY in Hoi An

This shop is extremely cute and has a little covered patio area painted pink with the “Hoi An Vibes Only” text that you see all over Instagram. Most people think this is a random cafe, but it’s actually a store. You’re welcome.

Grab a Bicycle

Take your bicycle, or grab a random stranger’s parked bicycle like I did. Hoi An is famous for bicycles, so use one as a prop!

This berry dress went well with yellow, pink, and brown/blue!

What to Wear For Your Hoi An Photoshoot

If you’re going to book a photographer in Hoi An (or take a ton of photos yourself for Instagram), I highly suggest figuring out what you’re going to actually wear so that your photos turn out well.

Firstly, you want to wear something that makes you feel comfortable and beautiful (or handsome!). Part of the reason I chose this red dress is that I love how flattering it is on my body shape. You’ll also want to consider that it will probably be HOT so wear some breathable summer clothes!

The main thing you’ll really want to consider is color. Hoi An has a lot of yellow walls with bright green vegetation and some dark pink bougavelia flowers. Ideally, you’ll pick a color that pops against yellow. That said, all of my favorite photos actually the ones on the balcony with all the greens, pinks and browns. I just feel like yellow is not the best color for my skin tone!

92 Station in Hoi An

My favorite colors for a Hoi An Old Town photoshoot are definitely berry or blue. I think the A. Byer dress I have is pretty perfect. But if you’re looking for more options, here are a few dresses I love!

DB Moon TShirt Dress (in light blue or white)

Azalouise Wrap Dress (in blue, light blue, or red bean would be perfect!)

KILIG Halter Neck Dress (Floral E and Floral F are my faves!)

ZESICA Bohemian Wrap Dress (any of these would look amazing)

Booking Your Own Hoi An Photoshoot

Jim is an experienced wedding photographer from the Netherlands who now runs a photography business in Danang and Hoi An. While he specializes in wedding photos, he does amazing travel photos as well.

If you’re looking to book a photoshoot with Jim, be sure to contact him through his website, or through Facebook.

Get incredible photos from your vacation or wedding so you can remember your time in Hoi An forever!

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What Do You Think?

Have you ever booked a photoshoot while traveling? How did it go? Are you thinking about booking a shoot in Hoi An? Leave me a comment below and I’ll be sure to get back to you ASAP!

Who’s getting their photos taken in Hoi An?!

My Hoi An Photoshoot: How to Take Awesome Photos in Hoi An That's right, yours truly did a full-on Hoi An photoshoot with a professional photographer. Thankfully despite my initial fear of being super awkward, it was actually amazing!

[lilyvn1009]

Vietnam is Fucking Beautiful, to-be-21-soon Vietnamese Lady just realised that, How Disappointing!

Hey guys, I’m back with another blog! And this time will be a travel blog. I just have the busiest and most incredible month of the whole year, July 2018!

Things started since April when Rosie, one of my Hungry Jack’s workmate back in Sydney, invited me to her wedding in Danang, Vietnam. We haven’t talked for 2 years and the invitation from her make me feel so happy. Back on the days, Rosie and I were the only two Vietnamese who worked in Hungry Jack’s, then Jolie came, and we became the closest trio. Therefore, my holiday started in that way.

Since April, I planned the whole trip From Hoi An à  Danang à Hue. I met Hung, who is a friend of Dan -  one of my primary friend-, my travel partner for the trip, he took me to all the place by his motorcycle and it was awesome. The charming lanterns in the old towns from Hoi An where you can be crushed by charming Vietnamese ladies wearing their Aodai and take pictures or the to-be-married couples on their wedding photoshoots. The peaceful and safety of Danang with the mix of both modern and classic. The ancient of the Nguyen dynasty inside the imperial city in Hue. The rough Hai Van Pass that you can see through one side is the busy city and the other side is the naturally of the beaches and jungles. Finally, the local Chan May beach, where you could only hear the waving sound of the sea, blowing sound of winds, and the early morning noise of the fish market of the locals without any tourism related. Thanks to those places I realise Vietnam is fucking beautiful and charming that I didn’t realise for 18 years living in the country. I also got chances to travel with Nicole, the vaw coordinator that I have worked with in June, also catching up with Jolie, her boyfriends and mom in Hoi An.

The most important and memorable in the trip to me must be the night before Rosie Wedding. I know Rosie was so busy for her wedding, so I understood that but she still spent time with me for just couple hours at night to take me in her motorcycle and had dinner. I appreciated that moment a lot because I knew that when would be our next catching up when she went back to the US with her husband and family and I am here in Vietnam. We talked about your youth in Sydney, our life with the journey ahead, how the reality hits us hard but we are still here and try best to pass that. She knocked her bowl of Cha Siu noodles and so do I but with a beef pho and we concluded ourselves with a sentence “ We are all growing up and just following what god gives us”. When we reached back home, I felt nostalgic a lot with all the reflection back in Sydney time. As we always says nowadays, Forever Young.

There is also a negative thing happened to me. I was thinking a lot of should I writing this down on the blog or not. However, maybe it could help others to watch out, so I will write this down. Some people may get offended but just hopefully you guys can think in another way. To S, who is Jolie’s Boyfriend, I’m writing this for you. I don’t care did you cheat on Jolie or not? Or you flirted with other girls or not? However, the fact that you flirted with me, asked me out right after Jolie just walked away for couple seconds and slapped my butt in the bar while Jolie was sitting next to me and so fking drunk is not alright to me. I knew you wanted to have a one-night stand or what so ever but I am not interested in type of my Friend’s guy. You know I am a friend of both Jolie and Rosie. We may not be The Best Friends but we respect each other. I may not letting Rosie and Jolie know about this, because I don’t want to give negative effects to them, specially it was on Rosie wedding day, so I hope that you learnt your lesson.

Conclusion, In general, everything happened in the trip was amazing beside a small problem but it wasn’t affect me that much. These are couple photo that me and Hung took while we were in the trip.

Danang Beach

Golden Dragon Bridge and The Love Bridge on the quay

The Charming Lanterns from Hoi An Ancient Town

Me at the Ancient Town Hoi An, Taken by Hung

The ancient town Hoi An in the morning

Trang Tien Bridge, Hue, Taken by Hung

Huong River, Hue

Imperial city, Hue

Connected Gate between the palaces inside the Imperial City

On our way to Chan May beach, Lang co, Hue

Chan May Beach, Lang Co, Hue

Hai Van Pass, Border Line between Da Nang and Hue

Hai Van Pass

Memorable Night with Rosie

At Rosie Wedding

Single Ladies (Mai, Me and Bao) and Rosie, the Bride

The Bar Squad before Jolie and her boyfriend came

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