When planning your boudoir shoot, you may not have considered whether you prefer natural vs. studio lighting. That's why you hired a professional boudoir photographer, after all — to take care of the technical details. However, the type of lighting used has a major impact on the look and feel of your photos. Knowing the basic differences between these two options will help you share your vision with your photographer so your images turn out just the way you want them to. Boudoir Lighting: Natural vs. Studio Light I'll break down what you can expect when using natural vs. studio lighting for ..read more

Think boudoir is only for the young? Think again. Boudoir photography is all about being comfortable in your own skin and celebrating your unique beauty. No matter your age, your size, or how many children you’ve had, you are gorgeous. But as we age, it often becomes harder to feel good about our bodies, especially with the messages blaring at us from television, movies, and magazines that tell us that beauty—and youth—are everything. #boudoirphotographer #missouriboudoir #stlboudoir #stlouisboudoirphotographer #stl You may think boudoir is only for women in their twenties and thirties, but o ..read more

Your boudoir shoot has ended and you've left the studio feeling gorgeous and confident — now what? Before your ordering session, you'll want to consider some different boudoir photo display ideas to help you plan which products you want to purchase. There are many ways to display your boudoir photos and enjoy them for years to come. The choice really comes down to your taste and preferences! So, if you're wondering, ,,what to do with your boudoir photos, here are our top suggestions. 1. Luxe Canvas Wall Art Canvas wall art is the best way to display your boudoir photos. We offer sizes ran ..read more

Like any art form, boudoir comes in many different styles. Every client has a different story to tell and a different boudoir style that fits their taste. Finding your boudoir style before your consultation can help you tell your photographer what you want your final images to look like. In this post, we share the most popular types of boudoir we shoot and what makes each of them unique. Boudoir Styles: 9 Types of Intimate Photoshoots The Beauty in Boudoir studio offers tons of different sets and lighting options to create different moods and achieve your favorite style. We shoot all of these ..read more

At some point in the decision making process, every client asks, "are boudoir photos a good idea?" Of course, we believe the answer is yes! If you're still on the fence, keep reading for our insight into the top reasons to do the shoot. Are Boudoir Photos a Good Idea? 3 Reasons to Do the Shoot When deciding if boudoir photos are a good idea for you, you have to consider what made you want to do a shoot in the first place. There are tons of reasons to have boudoir photos taken, but these are the top three that motivate our clients to take the plunge. 1. Give an Unforgettable Gift to Your Signif ..read more

Every boudoir shoot is unique, and one of the best ways to make your shoot your own is to include props. There are lots of different ways to feature props in your boudoir session to showcase your personality and add something special to your photos. In this post, we'll share some of our favorite boudoir props to use in our photo sessions. 5 Boudoir Props to Include in Your Shoot If you need some ideas of boudoir props you can include in your shoot, you're in luck. We have tons of suggestions based on years of experience! 1. Jackets, Sweaters, and Other Unique Clothing Pieces Sprucing up your ..read more

At Beauty in Boudoir, we believe that boudoir is for every body. But we also know that getting in front of the camera can be intimidating for some plus size clients. Fortunately, we have some plus size boudoir tips to help you get ready for your shoot and feel more confident stepping into the studio. 3 Empowering Plus Size Boudoir Photography Tips Here are our suggestions for making your boudoir experience a positive and empowering one. 1. Choose Lingerie That Makes You Feel Beautiful Choosing the right, ,,boudoir outfit is important for any shoot, but if you're already nervous about ..read more

Want to give your significant other a gift to spice things up this Valentine's Day? Whether you want to give a sexy gift just because or to celebrate a special milestone, choosing a present that's just for your partner can be a fun surprise and add some extra excitement to the day. So, for inspiration, here are our top sexy Valentine gift ideas that you can give. 1. Lingerie, Candles, and Other Gifts to Set the Mood Gift your S.O. everything you need for an intimate night in — whatever that means for you! Go the traditional route with candles and roses, or venture outside the box if both of yo ..read more

At Beauty In Boudoir, we are always changing things up around here. I never want to keep it the same year round, that would be no fun now would it? Over the last couple of months, I have added a few new sets that I am proud of and would like to show off a bit for you all that have been following me for a while. These sets will be something you only see at Beauty In Boudoir Photography. Honey Comb Set #selfloveboudoir #boudoirinspo #inspireboudoir #beautyinboudoir #classyboudoirsession This set was inspired by a modern feel that I personally love. Classy and intimate this set has given me AL ..read more

One of the great things about boudoir is that it offers a wide range of styles — your photos can be as sweet or sultry as you like. Many clients are looking for tasteful boudoir photos that feel classy and beautiful rather than provocative. If you want a softer, more refined feel for your boudoir shoot, here are a few things you can do to get the look you want. 4 Tips for a Tasteful Boudoir Shoot The decisions you make leading up to your boudoir session have a huge impact on how your photos turn out. These are our top tips for achieving the classy look you want for more tasteful boudoir photos ..read more