10 Boudoir Photos that Keep It Classy

Why do I need to write this article? Because Boudoir seems to get a bad rep at times and I’m here to say that Boudoir images can be classy as well.  This goes back to the meaning of what Boudoir Photography actually symbolizes. It’s not just women in sexy lingerie flaunting their bodies like most people think.  That’s only partly true because most Boudoir sessions are booked as a celebration of something or to have a deeper purpose.  Most women’s reasonings for celebrating a milestone with a Boudoir Session would be things like an anniversary gift to their significant other, a birthday surprise, or because they have worked hard on their weight loss journey or want to learn to accept their body in the now.  We are our own worst critics when it comes to our bodies and we need to be much kinder to ourselves. Look around…do you see anyone around with a “perfect” body? No.  And that’s because there is no definition of perfect.  To me, my husbands body is perfect. But to him, he would think otherwise. It all has to do with perspective. We see our bodies from different angles and lighting and see our flaws.  There is so much beauty to our bodies that we don’t even realize. This is why Boudoir photography is becoming such an important step nowadays with helping women find themselves and truly love themselves for who they are and to love the skin they’re in.   Boudoir photos can be kept classy in so many ways. You can wear a beautiful dress, use feminine accessories like pearls, add jewelry, or wear something that makes you feel more comfortable like a robe or sweater. The possibilities are endless.  Here are 10 Boudoir photos that keep it classy.  Take notes, because I’m sure you will find one that you love and will want to re-create!

Here is a beautiful portrait that shows off her best features but also adds a pop of sexy.  The hat was the perfect elegant touch to this portrait.

Using different props and accessories can really accentuate certain features and draw your attention to particular areas of the photo.  For this image, she said that her husband really loves her eyes and her mouth.  I had her give this sexy sultry look while also showing a bit of some spice with the push-up bra.  Ways to incorporate the eyes and mouth together can be tricky so I feel like it helps to use something that adds extra flare to the boudoir image.  This exact image she actually used as her Acrylic album cover and it was absolutely stunning.

This image here shows a bit more skin but really focuses on her face and her relaxed facial expression.  This gives off a beautiful vibe of just being alone and taking in the moment.

This is another creative artistic image that we tried together at her session.   Placing the Gold Flakes adds an extra touch to the photo and placing her behind the plant draws your eye to her eyes.  I absolutely fell in love with this image. When we both looked at the image on the back of my camera, we both squealed because we were so excited at how it turned out.  She uses this photo as her profile picture now.

Here is an image of the same girl as above, but love the classy feel to it. She brought this outfit and I thought with the black lace it’s so beautiful and shows off just the right amount of skin while leaving the rest to imagination.  Also, the look of black lingerie/outfits on a black background enhance the shadows which really gives it that extra “pop”.

I feel like this image is the definition of Boudoir photography. Here is a photo that keeps it classy, yet sexy at the same time.

We’re halfway there! Are these Boudoir photos that keep it classy convincing you yet?

This is a Maternity Boudoir client that wanted to show off her beautiful growing baby bump but also have a sexy feel to it as well.  The white sheet added just the right amount of coverage to keep the image tasteful.
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This gorgeous woman is in her 50’s! Can you believe it?  This look gives off those bedroom eyes while focusing on her beautiful face.  Also, just a pop of color like that red piece she is wearing really adds extra spice while keeping it classy.

The “Tangled in the sheets” look always gives off that sexy vibe leaving it to the imagination of what is underneath.  This pose keeps the client comfortable because she is covered but she feels so elegant and classy at the same time.

This image shows a bit more skin but the use of the pearls really adds a feminine touch to the photo giving off more Marilyn Monroe vibes.

Last but not least, using a type of sheer coverup to help make you feel more comfortable.  Just by adding this little touch, it makes the client feel more comfortable and adds an extra pop or color or elegant flow to the image.

Did those images make you feel more comfortable with Boudoir photography?  A Boudoir photo session is based completely around your comfort level.  You should discuss with your photography beforehand with how far you’d like to step out of your comfort zone. If you are worried about who will see your Boudoir images, have peace of mind knowing that your images will never be shared publicly unless given permission to do so.  Boudoir photos that keep it classy not only make you feel more comfortable, but I feel like it shows off the more feminine side of us while keeping it tasteful.  Don’t get me wrong, we all have a different side to us and some women want to go all out wearing basically nothing, but you don’t have to worry about ever having to do that if you don’t want to.   There are also many different types of lingerie that show off a woman’s beautiful curves while keeping it classy as well. Every body is unique so there are different Lingerie For Your Body Type that might accentuate or hide certain parts if you aren’t fond of certain areas of your body. The point of Boudoir photography is to make you feel beautiful in your skin and to show off the parts that you love about yourself. When you look good, you feel good.  I promise you,  you will not regret having Boudoir photos taken of you, you will only have regrets of never having it done.  Live in the now. You are beautiful NOW.  There is no reason to lose weight or feel like you need to alter yourself before you book a session.  Learn to love your body as it is today.  Boudoir photos that keep it classy leave the rest up to imagination and in all honesty is the most beautiful thing ever!