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What Should I Wear During My Boudoir Session???
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Prep with Intention, Not Perfection
This week is all about easing in, not stressing out. So here are a few gentle reminders and tips to help you arrive feeling rested, confident, and ready to create something unforgettable
Whether you’re a planner or a go-with-the-flow type, these tips are here to support you, not stress you out.
~ Do’s ~
✅ Get a Manicure & Pedicure – Hands and feet show up more than you think. Clean, simple nails go a long way.
✅ Get a Good Night’s Rest – Your energy and mood matter more than any makeup. A rested body photographs beautifully.
✅ Bring a Playlist – Music that makes you feel alive = instant confidence boost during the shoot.
✅ Moisturize Your Skin – Glowing, hydrated skin always wins.
✅ Bring Multiple Wardrobe Options – We’ll play and discover what feels best once you're here.
✅ Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate – Aim to drink a little more water each day leading up to your shoot. It helps your skin glow, reduces puffiness, and boosts energy.
✅ Eat Something Before You Arrive – Don’t skip meals to feel “smaller.” You’ll feel more grounded and energized if you’re nourished.
✅ Stretch That Morning – A few light stretches help release nerves and tension, especially in your neck, shoulders, and back. Your body will thank you during posing.
✅ Set an Intention – Take five quiet minutes to write down how you want to feel during your session. (Confident, peaceful, wild, etc.) It changes everything.
✅ Wear Loose Clothing to the Studio – This helps avoid red lines from tight elastic or seams before the shoot.
✅ Double Check What You’re Bringing – Lingerie, accessories, hair tools, any special items you want featured — having them gathered the night before eases the morning of.
✅ Leave the Rest to Us – You don’t need to know what to do, just show up. We’ve got the rest.
~ Dont’s ~
❌ No Fresh Haircuts Right Before – Fresh cuts can misbehave in front of the camera.
❌ No Fake Tans or Botox Right Before – These can appear patchy, shiny, or uneven in photos.
❌ No Negative Self-Talk – This is a no-judgment zone. Speak to yourself the way you’d speak to someone you love.
❌ Don’t Try New Skin Products Last Minute – That “miracle” mask could turn into irritation. Stick with what your skin already loves.
❌ Don’t Panic-Exercise or Starve Before the Shoot – You don’t need to earn this experience with suffering. You already deserve to be seen.
❌ Don’t Wax or Shave the Day Before (if you’re sensitive) – Try to do this 2–3 days in advance to avoid redness or bumps, especially for more intimate shots.
❌ Don’t Overbook Yourself the Day Before & After – Give yourself the gift of a light, restorative day. Emotional and physical energy matter.
❌ Don’t Apologize for Anything – Not your body, not your nerves, not your past. You’re showing up. And that’s powerful as hell.
You're So Close to Something Truly Transformative
“The best thing you can pack for your session… is kindness. To yourself. To your body. To the story you’re about to tell.”
~ Gregory James Thelian ~
