Elizabeta Rosandic wrote:
Just cut the tags off with a small pair of scissors, like nail clippers. That way you can cut more accurately, leaving a little bit left so that you don't cut the clothing. Then, if the color of the tag doesn't match the clothing use a magic marker or something to that effect to make it match. Problem solved.

+1

GeorgeMann wrote:
To remove the tags painlessly, there is a very small knife made for removing buttons/snaps on clothing. It has a handle end and a pointed end that slips under the thread and then just push and the tiny blade cuts the thread harmlessly. They can be purchased anyplace that sells sewing stuff.

It's called a seam ripper. I've went through a few in my lifetime.

Eliza C  new portfolio wrote:
Do you mean the price tags or the sewn on brand tags?

If the latter, why would one want to cut the labels off Agent Provocateur or Lascivious etc?

In case it shows in a pic?

I'm sure Agent Provocateur can afford to cut tags out when their paying model, photographer, stylist, MUA ect ect.

It's what professional do if tags get in the way.... snip.

WIP wrote:

I'm sure Agent Provocateur can afford to cut tags out when their paying model, photographer, stylist, MUA ect ect.

It's what professional do if tags get in the way.... snip.

Goodwill, the clothing designer for some of my horror movies, has tags that are real easy to remove.

GeorgeMann wrote:
To remove the tags painlessly, there is a very small knife made for removing buttons/snaps on clothing. It has a handle end and a pointed end that slips under the thread and then just push and the tiny blade cuts the thread harmlessly. They can be purchased anyplace that sells sewing stuff.

This, plus there are seam/hem-splitters that are even safer and easier to use. It's a small, barbed-hook with a miniature cutting blade on the inside edge of the barbed part. Just insert it under one visible thread, pull back toward you, cutting the thread. The label should peel right off, along with the rest of the thread being pulled through. [EDIT: Oh maybe we are talking about the same thing.]

I use neither method though, and instead just grab a single-edged razor-blade, stretch out the label away from the garment, while keeping tension on the rest of the fabric with the other fingers of the same hand so that the label is taut, then simply do a careful slice of the label as close to the attachment spot as possible.

I often remove labels in this way even on model-provided lingerie –with their permission– and have never had a problem yet. I already spend enough time in editing without having to bother removing a too-eager label too!

Mai Mao wrote:
This question is for models and photographers that purchase wardrobe for shoots.
Would you purchase new lingerie with no tags if the pricing was competitive, or just stick with your usual brands that you have always purchased.

I know this has always been a problem for me trying to cut the tags off without cutting the clothing.

In some areas the law requires that items be marked with content, washing instructions, and/or country of origin.   If a new item is being sold without a label, then it may be necessary to print the required information on the item itself.  Some companies do this with T-Shirts to avoid labels.  Unlike a t-shirt, a lingerie item may not have any place to print the information.

For some items of clothing (such as socks) the required information may be on the packaging.  Sometimes the law specifies where on the packaging.  For instance, in the USA the county of origin must be printed on the front of sock packaging.

BlueMoonPics wrote:
I saw a tag on this model's bottoms and I nearly cut it off.
When I saw it said "Pink", I left it on and kept on shooting.

18+ for derriere ...
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/36449360

What tag??

Seriously, I have a small razor knife for tags. Editing out a tag that is showing through sheer fabric is NOT a fun activity.

Red Sky Photography wrote:
And Jaguars don't come with the Leapur on the hood anymore, that's a dealer added accessory. Just put one on yesterday.

That's because they want you to pay extra for it. Ray Ban does the exact same thing for their glasses. I believe it's $40 for the name for them.

Elizabeta Rosandic wrote:
Just cut the tags off with a small pair of scissors, like nail clippers. That way you can cut more accurately, leaving a little bit left so that you don't cut the clothing. Then, if the color of the tag doesn't match the clothing use a magic marker or something to that effect to make it match. Problem solved.

I carry a Leatherman micra tool. It is small and has some very useful parts. The scissor has been used to cut many tags off of new lingerie.

Elizabeta Rosandic wrote:
Just cut the tags off with a small pair of scissors, like nail clippers. That way you can cut more accurately, leaving a little bit left so that you don't cut the clothing. Then, if the color of the tag doesn't match the clothing use a magic marker or something to that effect to make it match. Problem solved.

Yeah, these are great ideas, but I'll add, you might want to ask the photographer about it beforehand.  If you're going to keep the garment or if they are going to keep it and maybe return it.  Dosn't hurt to ask.....