There are a few things you’ll want to consider when starting to plan for your boudoir session. The most talked about are when to book, what to bring , or what to wear etc., and while these are all...
There are a few things you’ll want to consider when starting to plan for your boudoir session. The most talked about are when to book, what to bring, or what to wear etc., and while these are all incredibly important, I’d really like to share even more with you! If you want to walk away from this experience with have no regrets then this is a good place to start! Here they are:
5 Things you wish you had known before your boudoir shoot
Boudoir photos are not just a gift for him.
For a lot of women, the idea of a boudoir session starts out as a gift for their significant other only later to discover the ultimate gift was always for you — the gift of self worth, affirmation, and love. Boudoir really is a life-altering experience for most women. It’s an opportunity to boost your self-esteem and fall back in love with yourself. And so, going into this with a self love journey mindset you can change your perspective on how to plan for your session. With that knowledge, focusing on what you think he finds sexy is great but it’s not everything. Make this yours! Consider what is going to make you feel your most confident and the rest will follow.
Confidence really is the sexiest thing a woman can wear!
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You do not need to stress about losing weight before your session.
Don’t worry so much about slimming down before your session. Remember, you’ve chosen a professional boudoir photographer for their encouragement, advice, and expertise. Your boudoir photographer should know how to pose you in the most flattering ways. At Bella Jade Boudoir the most important thing you can do when it comes to losing weight before your boudoir session is to trust that these will be the most beautiful portraits of yourself you’ve ever seen, regardless if you’ve met some kind of weight loss milestone or not.
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A boudoir photo shoot should be really fun!
At our studio for boudoir in Scottsdale, we aim to give our boudoir clients not just great photos but an incredible, liberating, and exciting experience! Do not be surprised if during your session we have to push pause for a good laugh (or cry). Honestly, when you step into this space we become more like old friends —here to support each other, inspire creativity, and amplify your beauty inside and out.
For that, this does not have to be 100 percent serious one hundred percent of the time! The more personality you bring to your session the better! Seeing those parts of you during your session helps me, as the photographer capture your likeness and create images that are authentic to you! !
Just be yourself and have fun with it!
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Sharing your inhibitions actually helps!
Prior to your session with Bella Jade Boudoir, you’ll get a chance to meet your boudoir photographer. This is your time to learn more about what to expect, get guidance on what to wear, how to prepare, and get answers to all of your lingering questions! And while it’s tempting to keep your concerns to yourself, you don’t be shy especially about your inhibitions. If your worried about your photos being shared online let’s talk about it . If you’re self-conscious about your body (whether it’s your size, scars, stretch marks, or maybe an old tattoo)? Let’s talk about it.
Understanding your concerns allows me to be a better photographer for you. Moreover, speaking up before the shoot means no awkward moments during your session or avoidable disappointments after. The more we can understand each other the better! When we can conquer these things upfront we can be more proactive in our approach, as well as better personalize your session!
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How you feel about yourself matters far more than anyone else’s opinion of you.
Boudoir is rarely seen as taboo these days. In fact it has become a very popular choice for women who are who are getting married, or celebrating a life event like turning 50, getting a promotion, or stepping into a big change. Of course there are so many more reasons to book a boudoir session (you can read them here). But, for the most part, there seems to be a common theme that’s even simpler than that — an act of self-love that needs no occasion.
Even still, not everyone is going to understand why you’re choosing to do a boudoir session. Accept it, thank them for their opinion, and do what you’ve got to do for you! If you have not booked your session yet but know that you want this I hope you take this opportunity to treat yourself to one of the most empowering things you’ll ever do for you!
Book your Scottsdale Boudoir Photography session here.
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