Ladies! I am so excited to share with you some of my favorite finds to wear to your boudoir session!
A lot of my brides are private people, so I wouldn’t dream of showcasing their beautiful boudoir images without their permission.
With that being said, I understand having your photos captured in such an intimate setting can sometimes feel intimidating and vulnerable. But, have no fear, this post is here to help you feel confidant walking into your boudoir session!
What Should I Wear To My Boudoir Session?
For a bridal boudoir session, I think it’s great to wear something that makes you feel beautiful and confidant! Getting your hair and makeup professionally done for your session is a must in my opinion. It helps you feel more confidant which will no doubt translate into your photographs. I LOVE robes for boudoir sessions. There is something really romantic about a long robe dragging the floor or gathered up on the bed that is truly so dreamy and romantic to me. A lot of my boudoir work is romantic and more on the suggestive side rather than forthcoming. I am a huge believer that God makes women and their bodies special and it’s something to be celebrated not exploited. So, I really love outfits that are not too out there but rather romantic and soft. When my brides apply this approach to their outfit choices it inspires me, makes them feel amazing, and results in beautiful imagery you will be proud of!
Complementary Colors
I photograph women of all different shapes, sizes, and colors. As I have mentioned in several of my posts,s it’s so important to wear colors that are not only complementary to your skin tone, but that will look good in photographs. Stilled imagery AKA pictures don’t always show up the same in person as it will on camera. So, it’s important to wear colors that are not going to mess up the integrity of your photographs. Orange and neon colors are by far the colors you want to avoid. Bright colors act as light reflections and that’s not a good thing. Soft, neutral colors always photograph with such beauty. A lot of women like to wear black as well for the boudoir sessions and that is just fine! But remember, that less black is more. Too much black will create muddy shadows that are not always pretty. I’ve listed a lot of examples below that I think will photograph lovely and match a variety of skin tones.
What Should I Bring To My Session
I have created a really good list of things that would be great to bring to your boudoir session!
An Heirloom or Your Wedding Vaile
One of your soon to be hubbies Shirts
A bouquet of flowers or loose blooms
A couple of sets of outfits
A long amazing robe
Baby Wipes (for your feet so you can they don’t get yuck walking on the floors. no one wants black dirt on the bottoms of their feet in their photographs.)
Both of your weddings rings if you have them
A playlist of songs that make you feel relaxed and confidant
There you have it, ladies! I hope this blog was helpful to you!
Much love,
-E
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