What Do I Wear For My Boudoir Shoot?

Choosing outfits for your intimate boudoir shoot can be the most daunting step of the process.

The first thing to consider when choosing an outfit is to consider the theme of your photoshoot. Pinterest is a great tool for gathering images to create a mood board for your boudoir photoshoot. Start with typing in search terms like ‘boudoir photoshoot’ and look for images that you like. You can then narrow down your search terms further based on these images to come up with a concept for your shoot.

Pay close attention to the style of outfits the women are wearing, as well as any accessories they use such as hats or baskets.

Keep in mind that while boudoir photography is often associated with lingerie- you don’t have to wear lingerie at all.

The idea of boudoir photography is to wear whatever makes you feel confident and sexy- whether that’s wearing a full length dress or nothing at all!

Where Can I Buy Outfits?

A boudoir photoshoot is a good excuse to treat yourself to a few new outfits! Depending on your budget and the outfit style you’re looking for, there are plenty of retail options out there.

Shein is a great place to start for those looking to buy a variety of fun outfits on a budget. Their stylistic options are huge, and while their quality isn’t always the best- for a single use photoshoot, it’s perfectly acceptable. As they are an online retailer with quality being ‘hit and miss’, ensure you make your purchases well in advance before your photoshoot in case you need to exchange sizes. I’ve personally used Shein a lot, and you can find some real hidden gems.

For those seeking something on the higher end side, perhaps an outfit that will last more than a few uses (sorry Shein), I’d recommend Honey Birdette and Bras and Things. They both have a great range of higher quality lingerie in a variety of fun and sexy colours. They cater to a wide range of body types, giving women of all sizes a boost of body confidence.