High Key Boudoir Photography Style

Your boudoir photo shoot is all about YOU!

I’m here to guide you — but you get to curate what you wear, how your makeup & hair looks and even what style you want your photos to be like! I do this because I want to ensure you’re obsessed with the final results.

In this blog, I’ll be discussing high-key boudoir photo style, an energetic look that is very popular.

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What Is High-Key Photography?

High-key photography is a style of photography that uses bright lighting to eliminate or reduce any shadows. High-key shots typically lack dark tones offering a vibrancy that is super flattering.

High key is a guaranteed look when you book a boudoir session with me!

There are various approaches to high-key photographs… so let’s get inspired!

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Cheeky, Cheeky!

Have a booty? Well, this is one sexy shot that anyone can do 😉

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Bridal Vibes

Are you planning on gifting your boudoir images to your soon-to-be-spouse!? That is one sexy gift they’ll never forget.

Or perhaps you’re wanting to participate in a Boudoir Bachelorette Party? This combines spa relaxation, female empowerment, and connection. It’s a completely one – of – a kind party that will bond you for years.

Minimalism

Simple yet striking, I love the artistic vibes of minimalist boudoir shots. These images will focus primarily on YOU, the clothing you’re wearing, and details without distracting backgrounds.  

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Black & White

High-key photography lighting lends itself beautifully to dramatic and stunning black-and-white portraits. These are timeless, and always a sexy, safe choice.

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Sheers Items & Patterns

High-key boudoir-style lighting brings out patterns & textures in sheer fabrics! I love it when clients bring a sheer scarf to their sessions! A lace robe or other patterned fabric also adds an interesting element to your images.

Shower Set

The shower set is SUPER sexy!

This high-key style is very fun & reserved for the brave at heart 😉 This set is a bonus when you set up a payment plan for any Collection.

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Movement

I love pairing high-key with movement. You don’t have to be a dancer to accomplish this either – I will happily guide you through.

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What Do You Wear To A High Key Boudoir Photoshoot!?

Honestly, with a high key set… you can wear whatever you please!

I send my clients a detailed styling & prep guide ahead of their shoot, packed with tips & photo examples of outfits they should consider.

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I suggest the following outfits:

  • Cute, colorful bodysuits
  • Sheer fabrics, like a sheer scarf, with lovely patterns and textures
  • A sexy, lacy robe
  • A flowy skirt
  • Bra & panty set
  • Nada!

Head over to my blog, Outfit Ideas & Flattering All Figures: How to Pick the Perfect Boudoir Look for even more inspiration! 

Ready To Do A High Key Boudoir Photoshoot?

Does high-key photography speak to you?! Let’s use this fabulous style for your first-ever boudoir photoshoot!

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See you there! ~gabby

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