We get a lot of questions before women come in for their photo shoot. One commonly asked question we get is how can I prepare for my photo shoot? Besides a few beauty tips we can give to prep yourself (stay tuned for another blog post coming out soon), here are some things that you can do before your appointment.
1) Research
Before your photos shoot, we suggest going through our Blog & Instagram page for inspiration. These are both great mediums to use as we post the most images on these two platforms. Our work can not only give you inspiration on what kind of poses you might like to try but can also help give you some ideas on what kind of outfits to wear. If you’ve never done a boudoir shoot before, this is a great way to give you lots of ideas as to what to expect and what to do. We also suggest saving some of the images you see online that really speak to you. This way you can show your photographer these images and we will do our best to incorporate all your pose idea / suggestions into your shoot to ensure you get exactly what you were hoping for.
2) Consultation
Step number two is not a mandatory step, however, it can be a great idea of something to book before your shoot itself. Especially if you find you have lots of questions or are very nervous about having your boudoir shoot done. Consultations are 30 minute appointments you book with us a minimum of one week prior to your photo shoot. During a consultation we go over what to expect, give you ideas on outfits, talk about pricing in more detail, give you a tour of the studio, and answer all questions and worries you may have.
3) Raid your wardrobe / Go Shopping
In an hour shoot, we will usually use 1-3 outfit changes. Before going shopping I always suggest to raid your wardrobe to see what cool articles of clothes or lingerie pieces you might already have. You may have forgotten about something that you already own! So it is a great idea to go through your closet and dresser to see what you might have already. Second, if you don’t have enough outfits, then head out and go shopping! After you look through our blog / instagram you should have a a good idea of some of the outfits that you might like to try, or even one outfit idea. Once you get to the store itself, I always suggest trying on a number of different styles and outfits to really get a feel for what you might like on yourself.
If you are in need of some outfit inspiration with more specifics, we wrote a couple blog posts about our top 10 favourite outfit ideas:
4) Hair and Makeup Research
If you are getting hair and makeup done for your photo shoot, I also suggest going through Pinterest / Instagram and looking up some “Boudoir Photo Shoot Makeup Looks.” Bringing a photo to your shoot to show your makeup artist gives them a great idea as to what kind of look you would like to try for your shoot. Stay tuned for a new blog post coming out sometime in the next few months about different makeup looks that you can try for your shoot.
5) Night Before Prep
The night before your photo shoot make sure you are ready to go! Gather up all of your outfits and pack them away so that everything is ready to go o the day of your shoot. Nerves may be running high in anticipation for your shoot, so packing the night before can help you to remember to bring everything for your shoot. Don’t forget to look at some of your own heels / jewelry that you might like to use at your shoot and pack those up as well. Make sure your photo inspiration ideas are easily accessible on your phone. Lastly, before you go to bed lather up with some lotion, the more moisturized your skin is the better it will look in photos, so do a good coat before you go to bed.
6) Morning Of
The day has come! Excitement is at a high, but thank god you packed up all your goodies the night before. Drink some water and make sure to have something to eat before you come for your shoot. One last time for moisturizing as well, so lather up before you leave the house.
