WHAT TO WEAR FOR A BOUDOIR/SULTRY PHOTOSHOOT
If you’re anything like my clients here in Austin, Texas you may have googled ‘What to wear to a boudoir shoot’ because you have no clue where to start, what looks good, what is too risky or what will look good on you in general. You want to do a sultry shoot, but don’t know the first thing about how to get started. The emotional labor of researching can just turn you off completely.
I get it, but you don’t have to do it all alone!
Don’t worry, I have a few examples from my own past clients and what they chose, to hopefully guide you in a direction and inspire you.
A Classic Bodysuit
Have a cute bodysuit or lingerie laying around? Let’s dress it up and style you pretty! Almost any outfit can be dressed up or sexified and a bodysuit is not exception. These are very flattering on everybody type, we just need to get you the right fit so your are comfortable AND looking good! A comfortable fit is important to eliminate any pinches in your skin that will distract you from enjoying your boudoir photoshoot.
The Themed Outfit
Glamor themes are always a huge favorite, they take you out of your everyday element and you get to play pretend! These are especially fun when your photographer takes creative control and just help you have fun and create really amazing products and lasting memories.
Cute Pajamas
Whether you already own it, or saw a cute one on the rack, a cute home robe or pajama works great for those who want something more classic and do not show too much while still capturing a sexy vibe.
There is no bounds off limits and something that is seemingly as simple as this can look amazing with the right poses from your photographer. Ask them for guidance on accessories to dress it up to really pump up the aesthetic.
Comfy Boudoir
Whether you want to be cozy and cute or have your spouses clothing you’d like to incorporate, the cozy look not only feels exactly what it is but these items can be found in your drawers and closets. EASY PEASY! These are great for folks that really want to capture their individual essence without the distractions of other elements from clothing or locations. This is a great way to pay tribute to someone you love.
Nakey Nakey
Know that this is an option with French Press Photographie and if you have a different photographer, make sure to communicate with them that this is something you are both comfortable with doing. Otherwise it is perfectly normal to want to go the birthday suit route. You both can still cultivate beautiful moments and photos with some thoughtful posing and compositions from your photographer.
DO YOU BOO
So take your pick!
Flirty? Powerful? Classic timeless? Take this time to completely eliminate your self-doubts and what people would say and just ask yourself what sounds fun! Remember it can be unique to you, there are no right or wrong ways to do it. Showing up as your are is enough, because that in itself is self-love and self-care.