Preparing Yourself Before A Boudoir Photo Shoot

Boudoir Photo Shoot Essentials

Have you schedule to book your boudoir photo shoot yet? For those that have the day is coming up around the corner.......marked your calendar. There is nothing to worry about the day of the shoot.  It is a full day of living the glamorous life filled with royalty treatment where you are the star. Your hair, makeup and styling are previously planned and ready to be implemented upon arrival.  However, what are you personally responsible for?  What are you supposed to wear to the shoot?  Should you bring accessories?  Should you be prepared with under wardrobe necessities?  Here is a basic outline regarding what to bring to your boudoir shoot.

What to Wear to Your Boudoir Glamour Photo Shoot

The best thing to wear is a button down shirt ensuring your make-up and hair will not be muddled during wardrobe changes.  This helps for once the make-up and hair is completed, you are able to switch out of your clothes easily without messing up the final look.  The photographer will be thankful and so will the professional makeup and hair stylist.

In addition, wear loose clothing to your shoot.  Do not wear any jeans that may leave markings on your body from the lines in the denim.  Also, do not wear workout-training outfits for they sometimes leave markings on your waist and/or your stomach from the elastic.  Wear something that will not leave any skin marks, irritations or traces upon your body.  Remember, you want your skin to appear flawless.  Of course, it can be tweaked to achieve during post-production.  However, you want to provide your post-production designers with the advantage of working with a nearly perfect canvas.

What to Pack to Your Shoot

Bring invisible undergarments to wear with the wardrobe styling chosen. You do not want certain areas to show that are not meant to be seen. If you wish to bring specific accessories, jewelry, and/or cosmetics, then bag it. If you are unsure about using it, bring it anyways. You can never be too prepared.

Do Not Wear Make-Up

If the boudoir shoot includes a professional make-up artist, then go with a clean face.  Do not put any cosmetics and/or tinted moisturizer on.  If you do, it takes time away from your session due to the professional having to remove it all.  It is suggested to come with a clean slate for the make-up artist to reinvent your desired look from scratch.

Bring Extra Shoes

According to the achieved look, bring the appropriate shoes to complete it. In addition, pack extra shoes.  You never know what may occur with shoes in regards to the heel. Furthermore, if the shoes hurt halfway through the session then have an alternative option available with you.

Plan on Arriving Early

Leave the house early the day of the boudoir shoot. You do not want to arrive frantic and stressed from dealing with traffic for these emotions may carry over into your pictures.  You want your images to relay a positive energy not a strenuous facial and body expression. Your body should be relaxed and not tense.  Thus, depart in advance ensuring you arrive promptly or prior to schedule. Leaving the house with plenty of time to spare will prevent that from occurring.

Enjoy the Photo Shoot

This is a day designated just for you. It is produced to be catered for you. Thus, enjoy it to the fullest. It is the one time where you do not have to worry about your cell phone ringing, co-workers driving you insane, the kids screaming, and a significant other constantly badgering you to find your keys. A boudoir shoot is about you. Embrace the your time behind it and channel your inner sensual diva making the photograph a complete success.