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Boudoir photography refers to a range of looks or styles of photography that can be variously described as romantic, soft, sensual, and glamorous. Boudoir, French for bedroom, refers to images that have themes of romance, sensuality, and flirtation. It is not necessary to be nude or revealing in boudoir photography. It has more to do with an attitude or state of mind than the state of dress or undress. Since the usual purpose of boudoir photography is to make a very special and unique gift to a loved one, the primary ideas conveyed in boudoir photography are love, affection, romance, and giving.
It is very important to hire a professional photographer that will know how to make you look your best. I am offering this as an add-on to my wedding packages. Many brides choose a female photographer because they feel more comfortable with me. I can do the session in a fancy hotel room or do the pictures in your own home. Check with me to see if I can arrange a make up artist for you.
Brides Are Giving Sexy Pictures to Their Grooms
Brides are looking for something unique and sexy to give their husbands as a wedding gift. Boudoir photography is becoming a popular choice. Boudoir images are typically sexy pictures taken of a women dressed in lingerie or other sexy outfits. They are tasteful and usually rated PG13 and tamer. The style can range from 1950's pinup classic to dressing up in a vintage French boudoir style. Many brides are choosing a more contemporary twist and having images taken in a more natural sexy style.
What should I wear?
What you wear will be determined by your taste and the style you are going for. If you are getting married you may have received lingerie at bridal showers. Any type of lingerie will work. You can also bring your little black dress, heels and even swimwear. Another option is to bring some of his clothing. Sports jerseys, dress shirts and ties or even his boxers can make for very fun and sexy pictures. Bring more outfits than you plan to use just so you have a lot of choices. Some photographers will shoot "implied nudes". These are images where it appears that you are not wearing anything but are strategically covered by a sheet or another prop.
The benefit of using a professional photographer is that you have many options. Some brides chose to make an album from the images from the session. You can also print larger images to hang in your bedroom. We can also do some head shots clean enough for him to display at work or to keep in his wallet. Your photographer may also offer DVD slide shows set to music. Wedding gifts are usually given on the wedding day itself. You can save them to share that night with him, or give them to him earlier in the day to create anticipation for the honeymoon to come.
Who Will Be Present?
The only people who will know about the portrait session are you, the photographer, and anyone else we may have discussed. I never tell anyone else. If you would feel comfortable having another person present, then by all means ask me if you can take them along. It is important that you feel completely relaxed and safe during the photo session. We ask that you consider the amount of space available for the photo session and ensure there is enough room for you, your guest, any props or furnishing that will appear in the photos, the photographer, and the photo equipment.
An alternate idea you might consider is a "Girls Night Out" where you plan a party around a boudoir photography theme. Multiple people can be included in the photo session.
Tips for doing a boudoir session:
Don't be nervous. My job is to make you look your best and help you feel relaxed. Your hair and makeup should be done as if for a special occasion and slightly more dramatic than your normal daytime look. Don't forget to bring accessories like jewelry and matching shoes. Make sure you also bring your engagement ring!
The most important tip is to have a lot of fun with it. Your groom will love this very special and intimate gift. For years to come he will have these beautiful images you created just for him.
For more information, please feel free to email me!
rachel@photographybyrachel.com
It is very important to hire a professional photographer that will know how to make you look your best. I am offering this as an add-on to my wedding packages. Many brides choose a female photographer because they feel more comfortable with me. I can do the session in a fancy hotel room or do the pictures in your own home. Check with me to see if I can arrange a make up artist for you.
Brides Are Giving Sexy Pictures to Their Grooms
Brides are looking for something unique and sexy to give their husbands as a wedding gift. Boudoir photography is becoming a popular choice. Boudoir images are typically sexy pictures taken of a women dressed in lingerie or other sexy outfits. They are tasteful and usually rated PG13 and tamer. The style can range from 1950's pinup classic to dressing up in a vintage French boudoir style. Many brides are choosing a more contemporary twist and having images taken in a more natural sexy style.
What should I wear?
What you wear will be determined by your taste and the style you are going for. If you are getting married you may have received lingerie at bridal showers. Any type of lingerie will work. You can also bring your little black dress, heels and even swimwear. Another option is to bring some of his clothing. Sports jerseys, dress shirts and ties or even his boxers can make for very fun and sexy pictures. Bring more outfits than you plan to use just so you have a lot of choices. Some photographers will shoot "implied nudes". These are images where it appears that you are not wearing anything but are strategically covered by a sheet or another prop.
The benefit of using a professional photographer is that you have many options. Some brides chose to make an album from the images from the session. You can also print larger images to hang in your bedroom. We can also do some head shots clean enough for him to display at work or to keep in his wallet. Your photographer may also offer DVD slide shows set to music. Wedding gifts are usually given on the wedding day itself. You can save them to share that night with him, or give them to him earlier in the day to create anticipation for the honeymoon to come.
Who Will Be Present?
The only people who will know about the portrait session are you, the photographer, and anyone else we may have discussed. I never tell anyone else. If you would feel comfortable having another person present, then by all means ask me if you can take them along. It is important that you feel completely relaxed and safe during the photo session. We ask that you consider the amount of space available for the photo session and ensure there is enough room for you, your guest, any props or furnishing that will appear in the photos, the photographer, and the photo equipment.
An alternate idea you might consider is a "Girls Night Out" where you plan a party around a boudoir photography theme. Multiple people can be included in the photo session.
Tips for doing a boudoir session:
Don't be nervous. My job is to make you look your best and help you feel relaxed. Your hair and makeup should be done as if for a special occasion and slightly more dramatic than your normal daytime look. Don't forget to bring accessories like jewelry and matching shoes. Make sure you also bring your engagement ring!
The most important tip is to have a lot of fun with it. Your groom will love this very special and intimate gift. For years to come he will have these beautiful images you created just for him.
For more information, please feel free to email me!
rachel@photographybyrachel.com
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Look at those lashes WOW!
(07.17.09)I think this sounds like an amazing time. What a way to bring out the confidence in someone. You do such a great job in doing that! Thinking about booking one... I don't have to be getting married do I?
(07.17.09)Another AWESOME shot, love the lashes....you are the BEST!
(07.17.09)Wow, these are really great. Confidence is something that I struggle with on a daily basis. I have subscribed to your blog, and am going to keep watching for more of these shoots, cause by the looks of this one, there will be more to come.
(07.17.09)No you definitely do not need to be married or get married to have these "Everyone is Beautiful - Boudoir" sessions done! The number one reason for them is to empower YOU!
Shygirl: Would you like to set up a meeting to meet with me and this will make you feel more comfortable? Confidence is an issue for a lot of woman, and I am hearing that these sessions help with that!
(07.17.09)I love the idea of this session! I think that I could benefit from a session like this. I've recently been diagnosed with Kidney disease and have been put on Prednisone,which in turn has made me very self conscious of my physical appearance. Although I am thankful for the drug I don't like it's many side effects.
(02.10.10)This is a wonderful idea!!