Normally this isn't an epic fail type of issue, but when you start shooting glamor and high fashion photographs you need to be keenly aware of all the small details - and heels are not a small detail in the fashion world! As a small studio we cannot afford to have huge wardrobes stored around for our beck and call. We usually point our customers in a few specific directions when it comes to apparel.

Heels are very specific to the shot and location we are looking to capture on film. They can and will make a model look completely out of sorts if they do not fit, or are too over the top for that model to wear with a sense of sexiness. In the end the model needs to ooze confidence and that literally starts from the ground up. Get a good heel, and you'll get good results from your subjects.

Here are a few of our favorite places to shop for out of the ordinary heels that are sexy and make great photos:

High Quality Low Cost Heels from Ebay general search. This is a great spot to find heels are discount prices that you won't find at your local main street store. Do a few searches and you'll be finding specific heels to your every whim!

E-Shoe-Warehouse For your more normal yet simply elegant and sexy heels.

MY-SHOE-ADDICTION

Sexy High Heels

Photographers can cross process finished files to get a fantastic look. This tutorial on cross processing is a great place to start if you've never tried it before. I won't go into too much detail here as the tutorial can explain the cross processing technique better, but suffice it to say that tweaking certain color channels will produce a vivid interesting look that works great with vintage clothing.

As a photographer, I'm always on the look out for shops that are inexpensive and can provide me with quick service for my next shoot. I've listed three of the shops that I use consistently to get great vintage clothing for photo sessions.

Five Ideas For Photographers & Vintage Clothing:

1) Take your model in a vintage outfit and put them in a very modern and urban environment. The stark contrasts between a more nature friendly culture of vintage apparel versus the ultra modern starkness would be a great contrast for a shoot.

2) Use your model connections to take product shots for clothing stores offering sales on the internet. Most stores do not have the resources to complete this type of project, and do it well. Offer a store your services for trade in apparel or a steep discount. Its a great way to promote your work, as well as gain some apparel for your studio wardrobe.

3) Create a small niche business in your home town that shoots vintage portraits for the baby boomer generation. Theres a ton of them out there, carve out your own section of wealth from it.

4) Shop vintage stores for great deals in order to have a decent wardrobe on site for models to pick from. We've all had the models that show up with no outfits!

5) Mix new age fashion with vintage apparel to create a unique multi era look, framed by a dull and metallic backdrop to make the look pop off.

The shops below are ones I frequent often for great deals on vintage clothing. I highly recommend them for any model or photographer looking to get some good vintage apparel.

Mama Stone Vintage

YZ-Trade

Most subjects are very picky when it comes to picking their outfits for a shoot. Whether it be a semi pro photographer or a high end fashion shoot in Milan, the shoes are a crucial part of the shot. For home photographers and semi pros alike its very hard to have a full wardrobe selection for clients to choose from as it gets super expensive very quickly. Luckily there are places that offer really good deals that anyone can afford.

As a photographer I try to have clients bring with them the outfits and accessories that they want to shoot in, but sometimes its nice to have some other options available to offer clients. One of the best sites I've found so far to shop for interesting shoes and accessories is Gotham City Online. Its not a Batman reference but a New York reference.

Another part of Gotham City that I love is their charity work. They've raised over 1.3 million dollars for charity since 1999:

Gotham Gives Back
Since 1999 Gotham City Online has helped charities raise over $1,300,000 for a variety of worthwhile causes. Helping people in our community, and in our world, is something we take seriously and it gives us great pride and satisfaction to lend a helping hand.

We also salute our customers, the thousands of men and women who shop from Gotham City Online, whose purchases ultimately help support our many philanthropic endeavors.

New York City Shoes and boots at discount prices. Shop Now! The selection is great, and unique which is perfect for photographers and models alike. I tend to lean towards the most outrageous and interesting looking shoes for portraits as I like to have vivid colors and lines. I'm certain you too can find great ideas and items for your photography studio, check out Gotham City Online today.

California Vintage Boutique

Mama Stone Vintage

Lullie Vintage Clothing

Below are a few vintage clothing auctions from Ebay. If you're new to buying vintage clothing, you should really consider Ebay your new best friend. Ebay is one of the best places to find all your vintage outfits that you could ever want. Check out some of these vintage clothing auctions:

Vintage Suzy Perette long hostess dress gold skirt w tree trim Costa    US $65.00

VINTAGE WOOL FULL CIRCLE POODLE SKIRT 50'S HIP HOP ERA    US $119.99

vintage ADELE SIMPSON PLEATED BLACK SKIRT - formal wear    US $30.00

World War I Era White SKIRT-Small-Fashion Liberation!- New Sale Price    US $13.24

vintage GEORGE F COUTURE SILK EVENING GOWN 2 piece formal dress - red silk    US $102.00

Vintage Green Geometric Western Cowgirl Shirt S Square Dance Rodeo Pearl Button    US $35.00

vintage Lorraine Perfect Fitting full black slip, 42    US $50.00

60's Gray Dress w/Cropped Boucle-Type Jacket-M-Kevin Stuart Petites- SALEPRICE    US $20.94

Women's Vintage 60's 70's NOWT Patchwork Florals Velvets Pockets Dress S    US $21.75

Vintage 70s Dress Maxi Disco 2pc Bolero Suit size 5 Red Gold Metallic j    US $33.96