What is a boudoir photo session?
A boudoir session is a sexy photoshoot style featuring intimate, sensual, romantic, and sometimes erotic images, many brides surprise their partners with an album before or after the wedding.
November 2019
Blog post by Antonio Barros
Boudoir photography delicately enhances feminine beauty. The photos can be styled in different ways, with lingerie, with or without accessories, a simple shirt, sweater, dress or other garment that enhances the beauty of the body. It's up to you to choose the style that suits you best and make you feel more comfortable and sexy.
Boudoir session at the hotel.
It is possible to organize a photoshoot in a hotel room if you want a specific style or theme on your photos. In big cities, you can choose from hundreds of hotels and styles. It is also possible to photograph on the terraces and pools and make beautiful pictures!
Boudoir session in a photographic studio.
The boudoir session can be photographed in the studio with a black, white or gray background. The use of light and shadows can enhance the body and give timeless and artistic images.
The boudoir session at home.
The session can also be done at home if you want something more natural. It's often easier to undress at home, the familiar environment makes you feel more comfortable.
When should you book a boudoir session?
If you are interested in such an experience, the best moment is now! If you're uncomfortable with your own body, a boudoir photography session can make you look at yourself with different eyes. You will notice qualities never seen before.
What to wear?
You will get the best results when you feel comfortable. The best lingerie for a boudoir photo session is your favorite lingerie. If you feel sexy wearing it, you will look sexy! But you should always bring more options. Black and white lingerie is the easiest color to wear. Don't forget to take a dress, a shirt, a long sweater, jeans and a big t-shirt.
Make-up and hair.
Natural make-up and a simple hairstyle are the best choices. Very heavy hair and make-up can date the photos. For a timeless result, go for light makeup, loose or ponytail.
Suggestions:
- Look for images that inspire you and create a mood board for the session. You can find thousands of photos on Instagram and Pinterest. Share the photos with the photographer. If you need it, use the photos as a reference for poses during the photoshoot.
- Train poses in front of the mirror.
- Have fun! The main purpose of this experience is to make you feel good!