The Purr-Fect Rene Russo Photoshoot (Episode 07) (Collaboration: Gabe Kikas)

Rene and Tony's crew moved to Hotel Casa del Mar, in Santa Monica, California. Tony, Rene and I chose this hotel because it represents the epitome of what is called the "Roaring Twenties". It was a world of art déco, chic beach clubs, flappers and speakeasies.

Since 1926, the Hotel Casa del Mar has provided its customers with a whole array of events and facilities such as ballrooms, musical concerts and swimming pools. Rene and I were thrilled when we learned that Theda Bara, Douglas Fairbanks and Marilyn Monroe were guests at this Santa Monica establishment.

Rene and I chose this hotel because it would be the perfect spot for La Perla perfume ad campaign (The Thomas Crown Affair by Rene Russo). We chose three gowns and pieces of lingerie to go with each of the photoshoots. As Shane (Paish) prepares Rene's makeup, Tony sits down to talk to Ms Russo about the sequence of moves for each scene. Rene sprays some of the perfume on her arm. She loves the scent. Tony and Rene are in sync as how the day is to unfold.

Look 01 of the photoshoot

The perfume campaign shoot began in Rene's hotel room. Rene wore a sleeveless turtleneck dress. Its deep red color, Rene believes, brings out from a woman and her need for love and passion. Kéla and Shane, while taking care of her hair and makeup, talk to Rene about trivialities. Tony takes out his camera and the magic begins. Rene moves with the camera and provides Tony some fantastic poses. In one of the clicks, she picks up the perfume and sprays it on her neck. After that, she takes off her jacket, to be more comfortable.

Look 02 of the photoshoot 

Rene and Tony's crew move to the hotel's bar. She wears this beige dress and overcoat from the world of Rocha's, and her lingerie comes from La Perla. In this photoshoot, she plays a businesswoman flirting with her assistant. 

Then, all the entire crew sit down to a leisurely lunch of pasta primavera and white wine. While they eat, Pierce arrives for the final part of the photoshoot. Rene welcomes him with a kiss and a gentle hug. They have a great time swapping stories from their many years in acting and modeling.

Look 03 of the photoshoot.

In the third and final photoshoot, Rene uses her acting skills to revive the role of Catherine Banning in Thomas Crown Affair. Pierce finds Rene in the hall. Tony snaps away as both embrace in a passionate kiss. They go into his bedroom. Tony stays outside the bedroom and snaps away as Pierce and Rene engage in romantic foreplay. 

In the final segment of the photoshoot, Rene looks at Tony with the perfume bottle in her hand. She sprays the perfume all over her body and seductively looks at the photographer in a slow way, but Rene closes the door so she and Pierce can have some privacy. Tony is thrilled with the result of the photoshoot. 

They celebrate with champagne and baked potato chips served with guacamole. A great day!

Hope u like it.

xoxoxo

ME & Gabriel.