[Photomart]

I think you nailed it. And no, I don't think she looks too old. Kathy Shower was something like 35 when she became a Playmate, so there is a precedent.

Thanks for the compliment. Kathy Showers ... now THAT'S a name I haven't though about in a zillion years. She was a real hottie. I probably still have that issue under my mattress.

Okay, now you have to tell us all how you lit it.

First, start with a gorgeous model. Add an excellent MUA to give the model "That 80's look." I used Briana (www.facesbybriana.com) ... then light appropriately.

Here's another using the following setup
Nikon D100 - 70-200mm f2.8 VR --- image shot at 160mm @ ff3.5
2 Alien Bee 400s in 36x48 softbox - in front of model camera right and left
2 Norman 400ws hairlights with Bastard Amber gels - behind model and above