The first thing women think of when planning their boudoir session is finding lingerie. What’s fun about doing a fall boudoir photo shoot is that you get to play with many different looks!
Here are just a few ways you can embrace the changing of the seasons with a fall boudoir session!
Read MoreAre you searching for a boudoir photo shoot playlist that can bring out your inner Beyoncé’? Looking for a soundtrack for your boudoir session or empowering music for the drive leading up to your session? This 2023 song list was curated just for that! Consider adding some of these songs to your own list and press play on one of the most empowering things you’ll ever do for yourself!
Read MoreIf you’ve already booked your Phoenix Boudoir Photography Session and are beginning to plan for your shoot you may be wondering how to prepare or what to bring with you on the day of your boudoir session. For our clients here at Bella Jade Boudoir we invite them to schedule a pre-shoot consultation with us to better understand just what to expect and get even more tailored guidance on how to get ready for their session with us.
Here are 5 quick tips we share with every boudoir client:
As you are researching “boudoir photographers near me” you may find out that not all boudoir photography studios suit everyone. Some focus on sex appeal or a gift for your significant other, while others focus on creating stunning works of art, or empowering women to feel more confident in their own skin — some a little bit of all three!
As you are researching “boudoir photographers near me” you may find out that not all boudoir photography studios suit everyone. Some focus on sex appeal or a gift for your significant other, while others focus on creating stunning works of art, or empowering women to feel more confident in their own skin — some a little bit of all three! Finding a boudoir photographer that you resonate with is probably #1 on the which boudoir photographer should I choose list. If you don’t have that well … need I say more?
But, there are actually a lot of other things to consider as well like…
Shooting and editing style
Studio location
The Experience
The quality of the photos and products
The investment
Your privacy
What’s included with your session
and more!
Bottom line is that boudoir photographers vary in styles, and approach boudoir photography differently.
Before you hire a boudoir photographer of your own, it is important to do your research.
Our bodies are always changing but one thing remains the same at Bella Jade — You are worthy of being photographed at your lowest weight, your highest weight, your ideal weight, your after baby weight, your I’m getting older and things aren’t as tight anymore weight... They are all ok! And, part of this experience is to get comfortable being uncomfortable, to be gentle with yourself, to take back your sexy, and learn to love yourself unconditionally. Even still, we all have things we are a little more self conscious of going into this. For a lot of women, that happens to be their tummy! If you’re one of these people who are nervous to show their belly and would rather conceal it. Lets find you something sexy you can feel good in but also will look great in on camera.
Read MoreFor those looking for tastefully sexy, timeless, classic, feminine and flirty boudoir photos our Main Studio at Bella Jade Boudoir located in Old Town Scottsdale is likely going to be the ideal location for your session. Its natural light, subtle textures, calming, and minimalist feel is the ideal backdrop for a softer more natural boudoir look. If you haven’t seen this space yet or are still deciding which set/studio to choose for your very own boudoir shoot you can tour the studios here before your session. If you already know that this type of boudoir is right for you, check out these small yet really great tips for what to wear for your boudoir session in The Main Studio.
Read MorePart of planning for your boudoir photography session is choosing your boudoir looks. While some boudoir outfits can be found in your current closet, doing a boudoir photo shoot is a great excuse to go shopping for sexy lingerie! Whether you're new to the world of unmentionables or are living your best lingerie life, finding great lingerie for your boudoir shoot starts with knowing where to shop for pieces that fit YOU, your style, your shape, and will translate well on camera.
After photographing hundreds of women over the years and working with varying body types, budgets, and comfort levels, I’ve gotten to really know where our clients can find the best lingerie for their boudoir shoot!
Here we share a list of our top lingerie store picks for you to consider!
Read MoreYour excited to do your very own Scottsdale Boudoir Shoot! At Bella Jade we have the unique bonus of having not one but two of our very own private studios that can be booked for your boudoir shoot. From timeless crisp and minimalist backdrops to rich moody upscale industrial vibes — each set offers a contrasting boudoir experience. Which is a bonus for both new and returning boudoir clients! Take the boudoir personality quiz, “Which Boudoir Studio Location Should I Choose” to find out which boudoir experience you should start with!
Read MoreSo, you did it! You’ve finally decided to do this crazy boudoir thing. Likely you’re sitting somewhere between nervous and excited — maybe you still have a few questions, but for the most part you can not wait to get in the studio, unleash your sexy, and step into your more confident self! Usually, the first question my boudoir clients ask when booking their Scottsdale boudoir shoot is “What should I wear""…
In this post I share tips that will be especially useful for those who’ve chosen to do their boudoir shoot in The Bella Jade Collection’s Signature Grey Room. I break them down into three simple sections — style, color, and texture. These boudoir outfit tips can give your boudoir photos a luxurious edge and capture the highly sought after rich and moody feel that is offered in our second studio, The Grey Room located in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona.
Read MorePlanning for your first boudoir photoshoot can be intimidating at first, especially when it comes to picking out outfits, accessories, props, and figuring out what to bring with you on the day of your shoot. We love being able to chat one on one with our clients before the day of their session and also share tons of tips and tricks in our private VIP group to help you prepare and feel more comfortable with doing a shoot like this with us.
We recommend that all of our boudoir clients pack for their big day no later than the night before. And to be honest, you really don’t need much more than handful of outfits, a pair of heels, and a few simple accessories. We talk a lot about this during your styling and wardrobe consultation so that you are not left scrambling the night before trying to guess what you should have packed.
While you may be wondering what you should bring in your boudoir bag, we also want you to consider what NOT to bring to your boudoir session.
Read MoreAre you a mid size or plus size woman thinking of doing a boudoir shoot? Wondering if you should lose weight before before you book a Scottsdale boudoir session. How can I look sexy in boudoir photos as a mid size or plus size woman? Phoenix Arizona top rated boudoir photographer at Bella Jade Boudoir shares her plus size boudoir tips to help you look and feel your best for your boudoir photos.
Read MoreSince so many women have struggled with body image or self worth at some point in their lives I NEVER want to dismiss this question. If you are someone that is currently dealing with negative body image or discouraging thoughts about how you look or might look in your photos, this question is valid.
Not every experience is going to be the same. Honestly, self love is a journey not a destination and we’re all moving through it at a different pace.
Read MoreIf you're like any other woman that finds herself driving on over to the Scottsdale boudoir studio for your very first (or one of many!) boudoir session, you might be finding trouble hyping yourself up.
That drive over here can feel overwhelming (thank you nerves). But even some of our most confident gals have found themselves super pumped leading up to the shoot but then are hesitant the moment they start walking to their car. It happens. We get it…
Read MoreI am sharing my personal fave Fall boudoir outfit ideas that you’re going to fall in love with right now (pun intended).
Read MoreIf the ultimate goal is to learn to love yourself more and feel empowered to be more comfortable in your own skin - comparing yourself to others is a slippery slope. How to stop comparing yourself to others and what to do instead.
Read MoreThe word boudoir comes from a French word which means a woman’s bedroom or private sitting room. Boudoir photo shoots then typically take place in a bedroom setting. At The Bella Jade Collection our boudoir photo sessions take place at our very own private boudoir studio in Scottsdale, Arizona.
These sessions, naturally, are intimate in nature, where typically a woman would wear something sexy like lingerie and poses seductively while embracing her sexuality.
Of course, we believe the sexiest thing a woman can wear is confidence. Which is why our clients are encouraged to wear anything that is an expression of what makes THEM feel sexy, confident, and extenuates all of the things that they love about their bodies!
Read MoreEating day of! I'm sure lots of girls are worried about how'll they'll look day of their boudoir photo shoot. Phoenix, Gilbert boudoir photographer shares tips on what to eat if you are worried about how eating might effect how you look in your boudoir photos - including foods that can help reduce unwanted bloating.
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