9 Ways to Prep For Your Boudoir Shoot

Tip 1

Shop in advance

So many of us procrastinate, but shopping for lingerie isn't something you should sleep on. If you wait too close to your shoot, you won't have time to shop online. You want to be able to shop online in case you don't find anything in stores. Plus if you do find something, for example, at Victoria's Secret and it's not available in your size, they can order it for you, but this also takes time. Bring at least 2-3 of your own outfits to your shoot. Shopping for lingerie is fun! Don't put it off. 

Tip 2

Get your nails did

Girl, don't show up with chipped nails. If acrylics are your thing, do it. Tips such as stiletto make your fingers appear longer. If no polish is your thing, that works too. If you do polish, choose a neutral. You don't want hot pink or neon green nails for a shoot like this, trust. Please have your nails ready before your shoot so they are 100% dry. Add it to your calendar.

Tip 3

Get your hair did

I cannot photoshop roots. I'm not saying some roots aren't cute, but I can't photoshop out grays and I can't make your light roots blend with your jet black hair. Okay, I can remove a gray or two, but let's just make sure our hair does not need photoshop.

Tip 4

A spray tan is better than self-tanner

Self-tanner is extremely difficult to create an even tone. I recommend a professional spray tan or just bring your natural self. Tan lines and pale skin are better than orange streaky skin.
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Tip 5

Visualize your makeup

Dark makeup really pushes your images to a more sultry & sexy side. It also makes your eyes pop. A more natural look might make you feel more like yourself. Definitely something to think about! Feel free to browse Pinterest for some ideas!

Tip 6

Stretch

The more arch you can get in your back, the bigger the booty. A lot of my clients feel like their boudoir session is more like a yoga session and a lot of my clients report being a bit sore after their session. So stretch and maybe take a yoga class prior to your shoot. Practice arching your back every night and maybe even practice some of the posing you see in my photos. I'll still give you direction the entire shoot though, don't worry!

Tip 7

Show up in loose clothing

You do not need to show up to your session lookin' cute, especially when you'll be leaving looking hot af. You're welcome to bring clothes to change into when you leave. Showing up in anything, but loose clothing, will 100% leave indentations on your skin. Don't wear a bra, don't wear tight jeans or leggings, don't wear tight socks, don't wear lace underwear. Doing this will not only create less work for me in Photoshop, but it will create less distraction for you when you see your final images the same day of your shoot! Plus, being comfy is the best thing ever.

Tip 8

Arrive with clean hair

I know a lot of us do not wash our hair every day. I don't! I try to only wash it once every 4-5 days. For your session, please show up with clean enough hair to where your roots are not oily, so same-day wash or day 1-2. Some women think clean hair doesn't hold style, but it's more important that we are able to move your hair freely during your session than worrying if the curl will last. I love being able to flip my client's hair around, if possible. Much easier to do with clean roots!
Our included hair styling service is considered a “light styling” service, meaning we will curl or flat iron what you come in with. Be sure to prep your hair accordingly and blow it out prior to coming in, if needed. You may also opt to show up with your hair already styled.
For curly haired babes, if you prefer your natural hair, then please be sure to style as normal prior to coming in. We can go over your curls with heat if you prefer. Bring any specific hair product(s) you can't live without as we only carry hairspray and Ouai Finishing Créme. We do not have a hair bowl or blowdryer.

Tip 9

Don't sweat the small stuff

If you have a break out, bruise, scratch, or anything like that, don't worry about it! Totally removable in Photoshop. We'll go over Photoshop requests after you choose your final images to make sure we're on the same page! 

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