Busting Boudoir Fears
How to Overcome Your Worries and Embrace Your Empowering Boudoir Session
Ladies! Let's talk about those fears that are holding you back from booking the boudoir session you’ve been dreaming of.
We get it - it can feel nerve-wracking to strip down and pose in front of a camera, in front of a stranger! Yikes.
We've got your back, and we are here to help you overcome those worries and have a blast during your boudoir session. It’s gonna feel way more like hanging out with a friend, than the teeth pulling experience you’re creating in your head!
Fear #1: Not Being Confident with Your Body as It Is Now
Okay, let's get real - we all have those days when we feel less than confident about our bodies. Maybe it’s most days lately. But guess what? Your body is amazing now and deserves to be celebrated. ALRIGHT WE GET IT, you aren’t convinced. But how many times in the past have you thought “wow I am so icky…” only to look back a few years later and kick yourself for not seeing how AMAZING you were?? Yeah exactly. Why make the same mistake twice??
Stop waiting to lose that 10lbs you may never shake, kick those negative thoughts to the curb and embrace your body now.
How to Alleviate the Fear:
First things first - practice some serious self-love and acceptance. We know, it sounds lame, just try! Think about the things you love about your body. Your unique curves, scars, stretch marks, and all the things that make you, YOU!
And no, we will not be focusing on your biggest insecurities and imperfections during your shoot, we promise.
And guess what? Your photographer is your ally in this journey! They're pros at capturing your best angles, putting you in the most beautiful light and making you feel like a goddess. So, don't hesitate to communicate your concerns and preferences with them. They'll work with you to create a comfortable and empowering session that will leave you feeling like a superstar!
Fear #2: Not Knowing How to Pose and "Not Being Photogenic"
Okay, we've all had that awkward moment in front of the camera when we didn't know what to do with our hands or how to pose(*que the millennial sorority teapot pose!) But here's the secret sauce - you don't need to be a professional supermodel to rock your boudoir photos!
LET’S Alleviate the Fear:
Trust your photographer to work their magic. Knowing what do to is not your job! They'll guide you through poses AND facial expressions that flatter you and make you feel fierce. They've got plenty of tricks up their sleeves to capture your best angles!
Pro tip - Check out some boudoir inspiration online for some ideas that resonate with you. But remember, the key is to be yourself and let your personality shine through!
Fear #3: Being Nervous and Not Believing It's Possible to Feel Beautiful in Photos
We’ve been there too - feeling nervous and doubting your beauty in photos is legit scary.
You haven’t had a photo of yourself you’ve actually liked in a long time. You’re staring to think it’s a YOU problem right? Well you’re just gonna have to believe us when we tell you, it’s most likely your friend’s fault. Not everyone is great at taking great photos of people, and that can tend to get us feeling low.
A fun way to feel great is to pamper yourself before the session, girl! You’ll get professional hair and makeup included with your shoot, so the hard part is out of the way! Buy yourself a few new outfits that make you feel like a bombshell. High waisted bottoms flatter every body, and body suits with unique details are a crowd fav!
Take this opportunity to get re-measured for your CORRECT bra size(you can do this at home, don’t always trust popular lingerie stores to tell you the truth). Wearing your correct size in lingerie and bras will do wonders with how you feel! Who cares if you are up a couple sizes? Wearing something comfortable that fits your body correctly is a gift and will help you look flawless in your images! Trust us on this one.
And hey, here's a little secret - The confidence you want for your boudoir shoot may not come before your session. It is your photographer’s job to help you feel confident as you go. So while you may not arrive feeling confident, you sure as heck will leave feeling it!
In conclusion, ladies, don't let fear hold you back from experiencing the empowering and confidence-boosting magic of a boudoir session. Embrace your body, trust your photographer, and believe in your own beauty. You've got this.