You Don’t Have To Be Naked (Or Even Show A Ton Of Skin) For A Boudoir Photoshoot!

I want to know…when do you feel the sexiest?! It could be when wearing comfortable clothes, workout attire, or maybe with that slinky dress. It could also be the opposite in something modest.

It’ll be different for every woman. Sexiness & confidence come from the inside & shines through, regardless of the outfit. When it comes to boudoir photography, this is what we strive for: a bold feminine stepping out to do something special to celebrate themselves. What you wear is just a portal to achieving that feeling!

Against popular notion, you do not need to be naked – or even show a ton of skin – to have an incredible, even sensual, boudoir photoshoot with jaw-dropping images. 

So, What Can I Wear To My Boudoir Shoot? 

Boudoir photography outfit ideas can be whatever you’ll feel gorgeous wearing, of course! Seriously, if you don’t feel like a rock star in your photoshoot outfit(s) it won’t matter that you have all the latest or “trendiest” ‘fits, because it’ll show you aren’t feeling it.

I always encourage women to bring a bunch of looks that they love, as I will HAPPILY help style you! For my ladies who prefer to be a little more covered up, here are some of my suggestions…

A Blazer Or Leather Jacket

The right jacket with whatever you want underneath, is a look! You can pair it with cute full-coverage panties or tights.

A Long Sleeve Bodysuit

Many bodysuits have beautiful lace detailing on the arms and neck for a subtle bit of skin. I also love bodysuits with long sleeves & high necks… so elegant and very flattering! 

Pants Or Jeans With A Lingerie Top

A T-shirt With Panties

A Soft, Cozy Cardigan With Panties

A Robe

Robes are always fun to play with, as we can play with coverage depending on how you’re feeling throughout the shoot.

A Sheer Scarf Or Sheets

You can opt to be naked underneath, but in the photographs, you can’t see much skin at all, or you can wear something underneath

Your Comfort is Key 

I would hate for a woman who’s contemplating a boudoir photoshoot to miss out because they’re not comfortable wearing lingerie or doing a boudoir naked. A boudoir shoot is 100% all about you, so whatever your reasons for wanting a more modest boudoir look is a personal decision that is 100% okay.

Boudoir photography is SO much more than looking sexy or being naked or donned in lingerie – sure that can be fun, too – but the true meaning behind these photoshoots is empowerment, celebrating the diverse definition of femininity, personal power, and confidence.

You are a masterpiece, and you can get all those feelings in an outfit that allows your character and personality to shine through, whatever it might be!