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Beijing Travel Photoshoot | A Day as a Ming Dynasty Princess

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“Peach blossoms smile shyly beyond the fence, half-bloomed with the most affection”🌸 I finally fulfilled my dream of being a Ming Dynasty princess in Beijing! This time I chose "Fuyao Ancient Costume Photography," and it was such a wonderful surprise! 🎀Costumes: As soon as I entered the store, I was attracted by the dazzling array of costumes. Their Ming Dynasty princess outfits have an amazing texture, covered in pink petal reliefs, full of girlish charm yet luxurious like a princess. Paired with a grand phoenix crown, the princess’s grandeur was fully displayed! 💄Makeup and Hair: The makeup artist has excellent aesthetics and completely understood the gentle, elegant yet playful look I wanted. They designed the makeup based on my face shape and costume style. The foundation was light and flawless, the eye makeup soft and lively, and the lip color just the right amount of bright. The hairstyle was exquisitely done, every strand seemed to tell the story of Ming Dynasty elegance, and the whole process was very patient, making the experience perfect. 📸Photoshoot: The photographer was very professional and great at guiding emotions and poses, so I didn’t have to worry about awkwardness or not knowing how to pose. During the shoot, they adjusted angles according to different scenes and lighting. The raw photos already looked great, just waiting for the retouched ones~ 📍Located in Wangfu Century Building, it’s very convenient to take photos at nearby attractions like the Forbidden City and Zhongshan Park. After the shoot, it’s also great to stroll and eat around the area! For those wanting to do an ancient costume photoshoot soon, I highly recommend "Fuyao Ancient Costume Photography"—the photos really turn out amazing!
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