YOUR BOUDOIR SESSION GUIDE
Boudoir and being sexy doesn't necessarily always mean less clothes... Clothing, lingerie, or implied nudity can all be sexy. The key is to plan your boudoir outfits around your comfort level. Bring old favorites that have been sitting in your closet, pick up a new piece. Whatever the strategy: the goal is to wear items that make you feel beautiful. You'll look sexiest when you feel confident!
SO WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING?
Probably the "must have" boudoir outfit of any session is the bra set. I highly recommend a Calvin Klein set...they look great in photos and they're crazy soft and comfortable. But the great thing about a boudoir shoot is that it's your chance to dress up. Now is the time to break out those garters and stockings! Also, a simple white tank top can be the hottest thing you own. What about your favorite jeans? Paired with a bra, or photographed slightly unbuttoned. HELL YES! A lot of women also love to do white sheet sessions to give the look of implied nudity.
No matter what, bring about 3-5 outfits of your own. It is better to have more options than you need than not enough!
COLORS
I recommend sticking with neutrals and earth tones. This doesn't just mean white and black. There's neutrals for every color such as a soft forest green, burnt orange, navy blue, and a deep maroon.
Stay away from bright distracting colors such as pink, red and orange. Bright colors usually resulting in odd skin tones.
PROPS & ACCESSORIES
When I think “props”, my mind goes to all of the Pinterest photos of girls in football jerseys and other things brought to sessions, but they don’t have to be cheesy! Props could be an awesome leather jacket, your man's button up, or a cozy sweater and cup of coffee. If you have props you want to incorporate, let me know and we can use them in a non-cheesy way!
WHAT TO WEAR
Lingerie is expensive...I get it! So where do you find some great pieces for your session without spending a small fortune? First of all, your closet! Look through everything, think outside the box. You'll probably be surprised by what you find.
Check out my blog post for some of my favorite sites to find lingerie.
DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE
Don’t procrastinate on finding your outfits! Shipping times vary, packages get delayed, you may have to exchange sizes…it happens so you don’t want to put off shopping until the last minute.
TREAT YO SELF
Schedule an appointment to get your hair done. Go treat yourself to a mani-pedi before your session or at least make sure to touch up your nails, the last thing you want is forgotten chipped polish in your photos.
You can grab 20% off facial or waxing services from Purple Lotus KC (Does not include advanced facial treatments), just use code KAISERIN20 when you book!
COME IN LOOSE CLOTHES
Please come to your session is loose, comfy clothes (sweats and a tee). Don’t wear a bra, jeans or leggings, tight socks and shoes, etc. Things that are tight fitting will cause lines and creases on your body during your session.
HAIR & MAKEUP
The day of your session come with a clean face and clean, dry hair. You'll be treated to professional hair and makeup for your session to make you look like the amazing queen you are! Don't worry about a thing, she's a pro, but if you are super specific about something particular in your makeup or hair routine just let us know.
Also, I don’t suggest getting a spray tan or using self tanner since most of the time they look orange.
DO THOSE STRETCHES!
We’ll be doing positions that you’re probably not used to doing…but they’ll be sexyyyyy. After your session, there’s a good chance you’ll be sore though. So I recommend stretching every day for a couple weeks before your session. Check out my Instagram and try doing poses you see there. Practice arching your back!
DON’T FORGET THE SMALL DETAILS…
Drink water! Staying hydrated gives you gorgeous, glowing skin.
Big white patches of deodorant aren't a good look in photos so take it easy that day.
Last but definitely not least, get a good nights sleep!
YOU'RE GONNA ROCK THIS!
If you still have questions, feel free to shoot me an email! Send over some photos of your outfit ideas and I'll help you out. You can even check out my Pinterest board for some inspiration. Don't overthink it. The most comfortable sports bra and undies you own? Go for it. Your favorite sweater you love to lounge around the house in? Heck yeah. The hella sexy lingerie you've had in the back of your drawer? Dig it outta there. The most important thing is that you're YOU!
