# Inside the Photoshoot: Next Level Styling with Editor and Stylist Ben Reynaert

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Podcast: [The Install: Life & Design with Paloma and Caroline](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-install-life-design-with-paloma-and-caroline-7774938)
Published: 2026-05-19T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Stylist, Editor and Author Benjamin Rayner joins Paloma and Caroline to delve into what can make a photoshoot magical. The conversation starts with the importance of authenticity in styling and the planning and preparation required. Benjamin shares insights on the philosophy of layering, the balance between clutter and personalization, and the fluidity and evolution of spaces. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability, collaboration, as well as understanding the mood and feeling of the space, and adapting to different environments. He discusses the importance of understanding the designer's aesthetic, creating a style guide, and sharing reference images to guide the styling process. The conversation covers the collaboration between styling and photography, emphasizing the importance of preparation and flexibility. The trio also touch on the expense of photoshoots and different approaches depending on whether you are just getting started or whether you are and established designer. Paloma open the episode with a discussion of their upcoming Chinoiserie tour and the selection of outfits for the trip. Takeaways Styling for Photo Shoots Creating a Layered Home Styling and Photography Collaboration Preparation and Flexibility Chinoiserie Tour and Outfit Selection Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Benjamin Rayner 05:41 Craving Personal Elements in Homes 11:08 Allowing Spaces to Evolve 16:18 Designing for Real Life 22:27 Timing and Planning for Photo Shoots 28:00 Being a Chameleon in Styling 33:26 Styling and Photography Collaboration 56:22 Chinoiserie Tour and Outfit Selection

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