Your top tips for Boudoir photoshoot

Some tips posted on the blog of a photograph I'm considering using for my BD shoot:

(It's in French so I"m loosely translating)

- Get your make-up done by someone who knows how to do make-up for photoshoots. Your photograph may have someone to recommend to you.

- get your hair done by your hairdresser if it makes you feel more sexy and confident.

- Think about the look your FI likes, even borrow some of his clothes

- Bring accessories, even silly ones. Who knows what theme/feeling you and photograph decide to create...

- Pluck your eyebrows the night before to avoid any redness

- Don't forget to shave! (obvious, but then again so easily forgotten )

- It's better to bring too many clothes/accessories than not enough.

And finally, trust your photograph. You may not know how to pose because you've never done shoots, but it's their job and they are there to help you!

Here are some tips that I just found on the internet:

Wardrobe - Try to have at least 8-10 changes. Sometimes, a nice dress shirt belonging to your fiancé/husband/boyfriend is nice and makes the photos very personal. Also, jerseys from a favorite team either he himself, or both of you share. If he is into any certain sports like hunting, golf, snowboarding, etc. possibly bringing some sort of prop to identify this sport will be good. Additionally, fun little outfits such as corsets, heels, lacy lingerie are always a favorite wardrobe choice when doing boudoir photographs.

Hair – Wearing hair down is always best for this type of shoot. Because you will be moving around so much and laying on your back, holding your head up by your hand (which puts your hand in your hair), and even possibly getting your hair wet in a pool or bathtub… it’s always best to wear it down so you are not constantly fixing it during the shoot.

Makeup – I encourage all of my models to go heavy on your foundation, powder, bronzer, and blush. You’ll also need your powder throughout the day to reduce the shine that develops as we work. Additionally, I suggest that you go very heavy and dark on the lids of your eyes and either do light liner or no liner at all on the lower lid. Heavier than usual on the mascara is always good too. Lastly bring several different shades of lipstick; dark mattes, frosts, and glosses are the best.

Most importantly, when doing boudoir photography, you want to have fun and feel relaxed. The more comfortable you are, the better your photos will turn out!

I've booked my shoot for March 27th! Time to hit the gym hard and eat clean! I think I'm going to do a cleanse for the month before! Very exciting but nerve wracking a bit too!

Wow Guys, this is some great advice! I'd never considered doing a boudoir session before reading this post, but this sounds like a great gift for my FI!

So my BD was on Monday and it was GREAT! So relaxing and really enjoyable. My photographer was AWESOME! She tells you exactly what to do and where to look and to RELAX. It's all about confidence. Work it like you own it and you'll be fine. ;-)

I'll post teasers when I get them.

Go to Claire's for some sexy, fun jewelry... they have awesome fake diamond bling... earrings, choker, bracelet. And cheap!

I saw this thread, and with the Feb Siggy challenge of posting your boudoir photos, I am totally on board to get this done! Thanks so much for the tips!

If anyone lives in Southern Cali, here is a link to an AWESOME studio (award winning) that specializes in these photos (they have makeup artists, stylists, and all the extra costumes you'll need)

San Diego's Premiere Boudoir Photography Studio