29 Jul What’s the best lingerie for my boudoir photoshoot?

The absolute top worry I hear from women planning a boudoir shoot with us is “What do I wear?!” There’s this feeling that this is one of those Girl Tests, where you have to guess right or people will give you That Look and you’ll spend the whole thing wishing there had been a cheat sheet. Well, good news! Your cheat sheet is here! And the best lingerie for your boudoir photoshoot is (drumroll, please): The lingerie you feel good in. Above all else, you should feel fabulous in what you’re wearing. If you don’t feel like a sexy diva ready to leave a trail of broken hearts, take that s#*! off! But since most of us need a little more guidance than that to soothe the pre-shoot nerves, I’ve created this lingerie guide for you.

Quick note: You don’t have to wear lingerie at all. Until my 29th birthday I did not own lingerie, for boudoir photoshoots or anything else. Then my boyfriend bought me a lovely rose-coloured lace negligée that almost got him dumped in front of all of our friends. Once I got over my indignation, I was hooked! But I still love the look of casual or outside-the-box options, so if you’re wondering what you can wear for your boudoir session that is already in your closet, check out this blog post next.

The Best Lingerie for your Boudoir Photoshoot

 

~BRA AND PANTIES~

Bring a few sets, and make sure they fit! Great places to update your bra fitting and find beautiful new bras and panties include the Edmonton lingerie boutique Princess Lingerie, Edmonton bra shop Dawn’s Bra-Tique, Sherwood Park lingerie store Ella Coco, St Alberta lingerie boutique Midnight Magic, and Ponoka bra shop Busted Lingerie (which is totally worth the trip plus you can stop by my acreage and pat the horses).

Rolling you around on the bed in your underwear is a classic part of your boudoir experience, so you’ll want at least one set that look good all on their own as well as anything you need to go under other outfits. Note: Your bra and panties don’t need to match, but they should go well together. In other words, if you’re doing a neon pink bra with camo undies, you want that to be on purpose and not because you packed in the dark, lol.

For panties, lace boyshorts and retro high-waisted briefs are my absolute favourite, but there are lots of cute styles out there. Just make sure to find underwear with a waistband that doesn’t cut in, and be aware that if you choose a g-string or thong, the back will… well… disappear. Consider yourself warned.

~STOCKINGS AND GARTER BELTS~

There’s not much sexier than a good pair of thigh-highs, but unfortunately most thigh-high stockings are pinchy stay-ups that dig in and both look and feel terrible. But wait, there’s a solution! Old-fashioned stockings that need a garter belt are wicked sexy and photograph beautifully. Check out alternate fashion retailer Nightshade Corsets in Edmonton for a full range of size options- there’s a location just down the street from the studio.

~NEGLIGÉES AND BABYDOLLS~

A boudoir staple, they are fun and easy to find. Just make sure they drape well and fit nicely around your breasts. Many babydolls have a poofiness that can make your middle look big, so be very choosy if that’s not a look you want.

~CORSETS~

Always in fashion but so hard to find an excuse to wear, corsets are a great addition to your boudoir bag. Just don’t expect to do a lot of bending! 😉 Overbust corsets can do great things for your boobs, but underbust corsets allow more movement and variety in posing. I have a bit of a corset problem, so the studio wardrobe has corsets to fit everyone if you don’t have your own and like the look. They do limit posing somewhat, so one or two are plenty if you plan to bring them.

~BODYSUITS~

Sleek and fun, bodysuits stay where they’re put and can be hella sexy. If you’re self-conscious about your stomach they are a fabulous option; if you’re not, they are STILL a fabulous option. Basically, they rock.

~HEELS~

Bring them if you love them – the higher, the better! I can’t personally walk in the things, but luckily when you wear them for your boudoir photoshoot you don’t have to walk. They’re just there to make your bum look fantastic! Don’t worry about shoes to match every outfit, though, since we do most things barefoot. And you do NOT have to wear them if you don’t want to- we have oodles of other ways to make your butt look great.

~RETRO LINGERIE~

High-waisted panties and longline bras have made a dramatic comeback and boudoir photographers everywhere are thrilled. Sexy and elegant, these styles flatter curves and angles alike and give a lovely vintage look to photographs.

When you book a session with us, we’re there with you every step of the way – want to text me pictures while you shop? We can do that. Need a shopping buddy? We’ve got your back. But remember, buying lingerie for your boudoir photoshoot is totally optional. You can create a fabulous set of boudoir outfits from things you already have in your closet (don’t forget to check out this article for more casual ideas for what to wear to your boudoir session) or wear – you guessed it – nothing at all. If buying lingerie feels like a fun way of getting ready for your boudoir shoot, get out there and get shopping! But if that’s not. your jam, that’s just fine. Your boudoir shoot is about making you feel sexy in a way that works for you, not about trying to fit you in a box. So think about what makes YOU feel sexy, and have fun getting ready!