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Resources for Women

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Boudoir Resources

Here are some of our most popular resources for women considering a beauty/boudoir session.

Maternity Boudoir Photography: Capturing Your Pregnancy Glow

Pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative time in a woman’s life. As your body changes and your belly grows, you deserve to have those changes captured in a special way. Maternity boudoir photography is a great way to celebrate your pregnancy and document this special time in your life. This guide will give you a […]

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6 Easy Tips to Look Fabulous in Your Glamour Photo Shoot 

Are you ready to feel confident and glamorous for an upcoming glamour photo shoot?  We all have a beauty that we can highlight and celebrate - in many cases, even if it means stepping out of our comfort zone. Fortunately, there are plenty of easy tips anyone can apply to look their best during a […]

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Philadelphia Boudoir Photography: An Overview

Boudoir photography is a relatively new phenomenon that is quickly gaining popularity, especially among women. This type of photography is incredibly intimate, allowing women to capture themselves sensually. Boudoir photo shoots are usually done in the comfort of your home, an Airbnb, outdoors or a hotel room and aims to capture you in a completely […]

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Philadelphia Boudoir Photography for Brides: A Gift for Yourself and Your Partner

Your wedding day is one of the most special and memorable moments in your life. It's a time to celebrate your love and commitment to your partner, and to share your joy with family and friends. While traditional wedding gifts like china and linens are always appreciated, you may be looking for something a little […]

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Get Ready to Shine in 2023! A Guide to Preparing for a Boudoir Photo Shoot

Would you like to do a boudoir photoshoot? It can be a memorable experience and make you look and FEEL your absolute sexiest. Whether you are planning to give the photos as a gift or keep them for yourself, preparing for a boudoir photo shoot is an invaluable step. Here is an overview of preparing […]

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Our Favorite Boudoir Photos of 2022

As anyone who's been on Instagram lately knows, boudoir photography is having a moment. Once kept mostly behind closed doors, boudoir photos are now openly shared by people of all ages and shapes. And it's not just celebrities and influencers getting in on the action—more people are turning to boudoir photography to capture their beauty […]

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What is Boudoir Photography? And How to Get Started

Boudoir photography is a style of portraiture that focuses on intimate, romantic, and sometimes erotic images of the subject. It can be a fantastic way to capture the subject's beauty and sensuality tastefully and artistically. The art of boudoir photography straddles the fine line between fashion portraits and glamour shots.  You're probably wondering what boudoir […]

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7 Unique Ways to Gift Your Boudoir Images

Looking for unique ways to gift your boudoir images? You've come to the right place! This blog post will show you seven different ways to offer your boudoir photographs as a present. Whether you want something romantic, funny, or sexy, it will make your loved one's jaw drop with your stunning boudoir shots. A Framed […]

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an album of boudoir images as a unique way to gift your boudoir images

Gifting a Boudoir Album for an Anniversary

It's that time of year again when couples celebrate their relationships, either privately or publicly.  So what better way to show your loved ones how much you care than by gifting them a boudoir photo album. A boudoir album is a unique and sexy gift idea that will get their hearts racing. They make the […]

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Top 5 Boudoir Photo Display Ideas: How to Show Off Your Sexy Photos

Do you have boudoir photos that you’re proud of?  If so, it’s time to think about how to display them! You weren’t meant to keep your images on a screen forever. Your images are alive and full of life. A beautiful, fierce soul deserves to be celebrated.  We’ve put together a list of creative ways […]

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What is Glamour Photography? A Guide for Beginners

Glamour photography is simply put, photography that highlights the essence of beauty and femininity. It can be used to capture stunning portraits of women, as well as shots of models in fashion editorials or advertisements. For most women, glamour photography can be a more comfortable way to celebrate their body than a boudoir session. In […]

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10 Steps to Your DIY Boudoir Session at Home

Have you decided to create your own DIY boudoir session at home? Congratulations! This can be a very fun and empowering experience, but it can also be a little daunting if you're not sure where to start. That's why we've put together this handy guide with these ten steps. #1. Plan Ahead The first step […]

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The Secret to Hiding Problem Areas in a Boudoir Shoot

With boudoir photo shoots, many women feel self-conscious about their problem areas. However, with a little bit of preparation and know-how, you can hide these areas from view and feel more confident in front of the camera.  Below are some tips and tricks for hiding problem areas in a boudoir shoot. Shoot in Bright, Airy […]

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Maternity Boudoir: A Guide to Sexy Pregnancy Photos

Maternity boudoir photography is a type of portrait session that is designed to celebrate and capture the beauty of pregnancy. During a maternity photo shoot, expectant mothers can pose in lingerie or other sexy clothing to create stunning images to capture the sensual side of pregnancy. This type of session are becoming increasingly popular as […]

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15 Stunning Pose Ideas For Boudoir Photos

Boudoir photography is all about capturing the beauty and sensuality of the female form, and these pose ideas are sure to do just that. So grab your camera and get ready to experiment with some new pose ideas for boudoir photos. Here are some of our favorite boudoir poses to get you started: #1. The […]

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Tips To Overcome Negative Body Image

A healthy relationship with our bodies comes from accepting and loving all of our imperfections. Here are some things we can all do to get on and stay on the path and overcome negative body image:  • Focus on your accomplishments, good qualities and important aspects of your self-concept. Repeating gratitude and loving kindness affirmations […]

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How Does Weight Affect Body Image?

A normally healthy weight range for an individual can be perceived as overweight by someone with a distorted body image. However, poor body image may result in dieting or restrictive eating patterns in order to lose weight, which can develop into an eating disorder. People who are unhappy with their bodies and don't seek healthy […]

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Why Are We So Focused On Body Image?

In the United States, girls and women hear and see messages about how they look from the first moments they are alive, throughout much of their childhood, and into adulthood. Young girls and teens are more likely to be praised for how they look than for their thoughts or actions. So how does this lead […]

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What Causes A Negative Mindset Towards Body Image

 WHAT IS BODY IMAGE? How our view toward our body can lead to a negative mindset? "Body image" is the way that someone perceives their body and assumes that others perceive them. This image is often affected by family, friends, social pressure and the media. You begin forming your perceptions of your body’s attractiveness, health, […]

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How THE MEDIA Affects Our Mindset Towards Body Image

“Whoever controls the media, controls the mind.” Today, the American media’s impact is felt heavily in our online news intake and entertainment media consumption habits. 37 years ago, 50 companies controlled the media in America. Fast forward to 2021 and the American media outlets are controlled by only SIX powerful corporations. Americans think they have unlimited variety of entertainment […]

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Recapture Your Sexiness with a Beauty or Boudoir Session [2023]

Think a beauty or boudoir session 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 […]

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The Curvy Bride's Guide to a Bridal Boudoir Session

If you’ve never done a boudoir shoot before, it can definitely be a little nerve-wracking. But a bridal boudoir session is not only a perfect groom’s gift—it’s also a great way to relax and feel awesome about yourself before your wedding day. For curvy brides, a bridal boudoir session can help give you the confidence […]

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How to Take Care of Yourself

These days, we hear a lot about self-care and the importance of taking time out to maintain your mental health. Just like you practice good hygiene by brushing your teeth and taking regular showers, it’s important to practice good mental and emotional hygiene. Self-care looks different for everyone, but there are some basic concepts you […]

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Boudoir Photos Build Self-Esteem

What do you think of when you hear the words boudoir photography? Do you think boudoir photos build self-esteem? Maybe you think of sexy women in lingerie, strutting their stuff for the camera. Or maybe you think of models with the “perfect” figure, makeup, and hair. Maybe you think I could never do that or […]

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