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Resources for Women

Philadelphia Beauty & Glamour Photography - the perfect way to celebrate you, your body, your beauty, your self-confidence, and your personal growth.

Boudoir Resources

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

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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10 Ways To Get The Best Boudoir Photos [2023]

Every woman wants to feel beautiful, sexy, and stunning. Boudoir photos from a professional boudoir session can give you that feeling, boosting your confidence and letting you feel like a model for a day! Check out these 10 ways you can plan for the perfect boudoir photos to show off your beautiful self. Find the […]

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Why I Shoot Boudoir Photography

Most people know that I specialize in Wedding Photography and some know I shoot Boudoir as well. For those of you who’ve never had a boudoir shoot, I’d like to share why I shoot boudoir photography and how I came to offer this genre to my clients. As a wedding photographer, my clients are (for […]

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Top Boudoir Session FAQ's

So you've decided that you're going to schedule a boudoir session, congrats on that first step!! You'll certainly have some questions before you officially book, every does. What to wear, posing, hair and makeup...there's a lot to consider! That's why I decided to organize the most frequently asked questions I receive from clients. Here are […]

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Why Do A Boudoir Shoot?

A boudoir photography session is a perfect way for a woman to celebrate her beauty and feel amazing. However, many women end up talking themselves out of it for one reason or another. There are so many reasons you should forget all the excuses book yourself a boudoir session today.  You Don't Feel Confident It […]

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Bridal Boudoir Photos of You: The Perfect Groom's Gift! [2023]

As your wedding day approaches one thing you begin to think about is a gift for your groom. You want something unique, special, and personal, made just for him. Forget about those cufflinks or that watch that you saw at the mall. A bridal boudoir book is the best gift you could get for your […]

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What to Wear for A Boudoir Session in 2023

If you've decided to do a boudoir session in 2023, you might have some anxiety about what to wear. In the media, there are thousands of images of beautiful women with perfect bodies in very sexy lingerie that can make you feel overwhelmed, insufficient, or just uncomfortable. But your boudoir photo session is about you […]

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5 Excuses and Reasons For Not Doing a Boudoir Session This 2023

I'm constantly surprised when I speak to the women who come to boudoir sessions about how long it took them to finally book their appointment. So often they tell me that they spent months working up the courage to book their appointment, or talking themselves out of it. I hear the same reasons each time […]

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Making the Most of Your Bridal Boudoir Photoshoot [2023]

Having a bridal boudoir photoshoot has become more and more popular over the last few years. The opportunity to step out of the wedding planning stress and embrace your inner supermodel while taking some sexy pictures for your fiancé is a fun addition to the pre-wedding prep. Many women are still hesitant about this style […]

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10 Ideas for Your Boudoir Photography Props [2023]

Once you've made the commitment to your date and time you can start in on the fun part of planning your boudoir session: what to bring with you! Here are some of the best boudoir photography props to spark your creative side, but feel free to expand on this list and bring anything that makes […]

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10 Things to Do to in Preparing for a Boudoir Photo Shoot [2023]

The best way to rid yourself of nerves before an event that makes you anxious is to be totally prepared. If your boudoir photo shoot has you feeling a little intimidated, you can rest easy knowing your boudoir experience is going to be a fabulous one. Following just a few simple tips to prepare for […]

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