The last time we did one of these posts was in 2015! I think it’s time for an update. Our most frequently asked question before women come in for their boudoir session with us is what should I wear? The cool thing about boudoir, is there are so many ideas and options for women, it doesn’t just have to be lingerie either! Sarina and I have compiled our new updated top 10 favourite outfits that women bring in for their shoot. There will be a more detailed post about each outfit idea but here is the list in completion!
10. Robes
Robes seem to be a very simple outfit, but when paired alone or with a bra and panty set it can add an element of fun. Robes with lots of textures, lace, or ones that are see through tend to work best we find.
If you want to wear a bra and pany set for your shoot but may be a little worried about showing too much skin, opt to add a robe in maybe, they are a great way to add a little more coverage or compliment your shape/outfit more by accentuating the features you want to show off and hiding the ones you don’t want too. Robes with lace are a great way to add more detail to your outfit, but robes that are see through are our favourite! They are great for wearing and shooting into the window, as you can see a woman's shape through the robe itself. It also allows whatever outfit you want to wear underneath to come through a bit more, or if you opt to go naked with the robe, it gives you a little more coverage rather than going full frontal with the nudity.
9. Sweaters, Jean Jackets, T-Shirts, or Tank Tops
Opting for a more casual outfit may be the way to go! Pairing any of these outfit ideas with a bra and panty set, just panties, or naked are a great idea for one of the outfits you want to wear during your shoot.
Oversized sweaters can give you a comfy cozy feel, and give you a little more coverage if you so wish. Jean jackets are back in style and again are great for boudoir, the jean texture looks great in photos. T-Shirts can be plain or another great way to add an element of yourself into the photos, is opting for a t-shirt with your favourite band, show, etc. on it, or if you bring in your significant other’s favourite t-shirt, it adds an element of them into your photos. Lastly tank tops are a cute idea as well, and even opting for a white see through one can add an element of sexy to your photos. A white tank top or tshirt works great as an outfit idea you can wear in our wet room as well, as water will soak into the white and show off your body a little bit more.
7. Button Up Shirt
The ever classic button up shirt. A white men’s dress shirt seems to be an outfit favourite for women and can work well to incorporate your significant other into your photos again, but don’t think you have to opt only for the white option. Even if you have a button up shirt of your own, like a plaid shirt, that can be a great way to add colour and texture to your photos.
So many options on how you can wear the button up shirt too! Again pair it with a bra and panty set, wear just panties, or go naked, the options are endless!
6. Bra and Panty Set (with lots of details like lace or straps)
Bra and panty sets are definitely a go to for boudoir, they are a classic look that you can’t go wrong with! This outfit choice isn’t hard to find and you might already have this item in your drawers. However, we would like to suggest that not only do you try a bra and panty set, but opt for one that has a little more detail to it then just your regular option. Having details like lace, straps, bling, etc. in your bra and panties are great for adding dimension to your photos, and are much more interesting to shoot.
5. Implied Nudes
Implied nudes are a great way to try out being naked without having to show off anything. You can opt for the white sheet look which is classic, and the great thing about the white sheet look is you can cover up as much as you want or show off a little more skin if you so choose. You can also do implied nudes with other outfits and not just the white sheet. Bring in his favourite t-shirt, sweater, one of your favourite shirts, and rather than wearing it, you can hold it up to your body and cover up what you don’t want to show in the photos but still giving off the idea that you are naked while still showing off a woman’s shape.
4. Stockings
We LOVE stockings, they are a great way to add an element of sexy to a bra and panty set, just panties, or naked. Lace top sheer stockings are the every classic look, however, there are tons of styles out there of other stockings that could definitely spice up your photos. Sasha’s Stockings are a line that we love to support, they are super stretchy, so great for all body shapes, and the way they are constructed are meant to come up high on the waist, but shape the booty as well.
3. High Waisted
If you know Sarina and I, you know how much we LOVE a high waisted panty. High waisted panties are a great way to give yourself a little more tummy coverage but still showing off your curves nicely. They are back in style and definitely becoming more and more common, so snatch up a pair for your upcoming shoot and you will not be disappointed.
2. Bodysuit
I cannot promote this outfit idea enough! Bodysuits are honestly great for all women of all shapes and sizes. I find if a woman is looking for a little more tummy coverage for her shoot, then this is the outfit for you. It gives you more of that tummy coverage that we women want but still shows off a woman’s shape nicely, but hugging her curves from top to bottom. They have tons of different cuts and styles, ones with sleeves, ones with cups, ones that are all lace, the options are endless.
1. Nude
You might be surprised to find out that Sarina and I’s favourite outfit you can do for your shoot is nothing! Just be naked! Nudes can be intimidating, and I get that, it’s one thing to wear lingerie in front of us, and it’s a whole nother thing to get naked and have your picture taken, but I can say in all honesty, naked is hands down the best outfit you can bring. We love it because it’s more natural and all about you! We are great at posing women of all shapes and sizes so even though you are naked we will still make you look your absolute best.
