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What to Bring To Your Boudoir Session | Arizona Boudoir Photographer in Mesa, Arizona
If you've booked your Bella Jade Boudoir experience (or you're thinking about it), first of all... congratulations.
You're about to do something incredibly powerful.
Not because you're going to wear beautiful lingerie.
Not because you'll have stunning photographs.
(which you are)
Because you're choosing to celebrate yourself.
We know preparing for a boudoir session is exciting... and maybe a little intimidating.
Thankfully, you’re in the right place. As a top rated luxury boudoir studio in the Phoenix, Arizona area for over a decade —
we've guided hundreds of women through this same process. And while it may seem a little intimidating right now our boudoir clients will tell you themselves that by the time you leave the studio you wont be thinking about how nervous you were at first but rather —"I wish I had done this years ago."
Here's what you need to bring to be prepared for your boudoir session.
But wait, before we get into what to bring there is one big thing we want you to be clear on before your boudoir session…
If you've booked your Bella Jade Boudoir experience (or you're thinking about it), first of all... congratulations.
You're about to do something incredibly powerful.
Not because you're going to wear beautiful lingerie.
Not because you'll have stunning photographs.
(which you are)
Because you're choosing to celebrate yourself.
We know preparing for a boudoir session is exciting... and maybe a little intimidating.
Thankfully, you’re in the right place. As a top rated luxury boudoir studio in the Phoenix, Arizona area for over a decade —
we've guided hundreds of women through this same process. And while it may seem a little intimidating right now our boudoir clients will tell you themselves that by the time you leave the studio you wont be thinking about how nervous you were at first but rather —"I wish I had done this years ago."
Here's what you need to bring to be prepared for your boudoir session.
But wait, before we get into what to bring there is one big thing we want you to be clear on before your boudoir session…
Before Your Boudoir Session
Stop Trying so Darn Hard to "Be Ready"
The biggest mistake women make is waiting.
Waiting to lose twenty pounds.
Waiting until life slows down.
Waiting until they feel more confident.
Confidence doesn't usually happen before a boudoir session.
It happens because of one.
Your session is about learning to love who you are today—not just the woman you hope to become someday.
Fair? Okay let’s get started!
What to Bring to Your Boudoir Session
One of the best parts?
You don't need a suitcase full of lingerie.
Our clients often bring 3-5 outfits that reflect different sides of their personality.
Some favorites include:
A black lace bodysuit
Matching bra and panty sets
Oversized sweaters
Silk robes
Button-down shirts
Cozy socks
Jeans and an open white shirt
Leather jackets
A little black or red dress
Bridal lingerie
His jersey or dress shirt
Nothing but a sheet
Remember:
The woman wearing the outfit is what makes the photographs so special.
Not the outfit itself.
Don't Forget These Essentials
Bring:
Nude and black underwear (for just sheets)!
Strapless bra (if desired)
Heels or Boots
Jewelry if you’d like!
Any sentimental items
Wedding veil (for bridal sessions)
Hats (Brimmed, Cowgirl, Ball Caps — have fun with it!)
Rings or meaningful accessories
If you're unsure about anything, bring it anyway.
We'll help you choose what photographs best.
The Most Important Thing to Bring
Bring yourself.
Not the version you think you should be.
Not the version you'll become after losing weight.
Not the version who has it all figured out.
The woman you are today is already worthy of celebrating.
At Bella Jade Boudoir, our mission isn't simply to create photographs.
It's to remind you of the woman you've always been.
Strong.
Beautiful.
Powerful.
Confident.
Brave.
And deserving of seeing yourself that way.
If you've been waiting know that…
We'll take care of the posing.
We'll guide you every step of the way.
All you have to do is walk through the door.
If you haven’t already, get on our schedule today for an unforgettable experience at Bella Jade Boudoir now located in Mesa, Arizona!
We specialize in boudoir photography for women who want to reclaim their confidence and fall back in love with themselves. Remember, Bella Jade Boudoir has been a leading boudoir photographer serving Phoenix, Gilbert, Mesa, and Scottsdale for over a decade! We’ve photographed hundreds of women of all ages, shapes, and sizes. You’re in good hands! And this is going to be one of the most empowering things you’ll ever get a chance to do for yourself!
How Nervous Is Too Nervous For A Boudoir Session? | Arizona Boudoir Photographer in Mesa, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Phoenix
If you've ever asked yourself, "Am I too nervous to do a boudoir session?"—you're in very good company.
Because here is the truth:
There really isn't such a thing as too nervous.
In fact, if you weren't a little nervous, I'd probably be surprised.
Nearly every woman who walks through the doors of Bella Jade Boudoir tells me the same thing:
"I'm so nervous."
Some worry they won't know how to pose.
Some haven't worn lingerie in years (or ever!).
Others are convinced they're "not photogenic" or compare themselves to the women they've seen online.
And almost all of them quietly wonder...
"Can I really do this?"
The answer is…
How Nervous Is Too Nervous for a Boudoir Session?
If you've ever asked yourself, "Am I too nervous to do a boudoir session?"—you're in very good company.
Because here is the truth:
There really isn't such a thing as too nervous.
In fact, if you weren't a little nervous, I'd probably be surprised.
Nearly every woman who walks through the doors of Bella Jade Boudoir tells me the same thing:
"I'm so nervous."
Some worry they won't know how to pose.
Some haven't worn lingerie in years (or ever!).
Others are convinced they're "not photogenic" or compare themselves to the women they've seen online.
And almost all of them quietly wonder...
"Can I really do this?"
The answer is always yes.
Every Woman You See Here Started Somewhere Where You Are
Take a look through our gallery and you'll see women who look radiant, confident, and completely at ease.
What you don't see is what happened just before those photographs were taken.
The deep breath before they walked through the studio door.
The nervous laugh.
The "I almost canceled this morning."
The uncertainty.
The butterflies.
Those women weren't professional models.
Most had never done anything like this before.
Many believed they weren't confident enough—or that they had to lose weight first.
Yet by the end of their session, something had changed.
They were laughing.
Relaxed.
Standing a little taller.
Smiling in a way they hadn't in years.
Not because the nerves magically disappeared...
But because they realized they were capable of so much more than fear had led them to believe.
You Don't Need to Know How to Pose
One of the biggest worries I hear is:
"What if I look awkward?"
You won't.
Because posing isn't your responsibility—it's mine.
From the moment your boudoir session begins, I'll guide you through everything.
Every pose.
Every hand placement.
Every expression.
Every little adjustment that flatters your body and highlights your natural beauty.
You'll never be left wondering what to do next.
No modeling experience required.
No Pinterest practice.
No pressure to "know how."
Just show up exactly as you are.
I'll take care of the rest.
Confidence Isn't a Requirement
This might be the biggest misconception about boudoir.
Women often think they need confidence before they book.
But confidence isn't what brings women into our Arizona studio.
It's often what they leave with.
A boudoir session isn't about proving you're already confident.
It's about giving yourself the opportunity to see yourself differently.
Sometimes all it takes is one experience—one moment of courage—to completely change the way you see the woman staring back in the mirror.
"What If I'm Still Nervous on the Day of My Session?"
Then we'll simply take it one step at a time.
Before your shoot you’ll get to have a one on one consultation with your boudoir photographer.
But that doesn’t mean ALL of your nerves will vanish before your session. But don’t worry.
Day of we'll chat while you're being pampered with professional hair and makeup.
We'll go over the outfits you brought together.
I'll answer every lingering question you have.
We'll ease into the session naturally, without rushing a single moment.
There is no expectation that you arrive fearless.
My job isn't just to create beautiful photographs.
It's to create an experience where you feel comfortable, supported, celebrated, and completely cared for from beginning to end.
So...How Nervous Is Too Nervous?
The answer?
There isn't a magic level of confidence you have to reach before you're "ready."
If your nerves are saying,
"I've never done anything like this before..."
that's completely normal.
It doesn't mean you shouldn't do it.
It often means you're about to give yourself an experience that has the power to change the way you see yourself.
Months from now, you probably won't remember how nervous you felt before walking into the studio.
You'll remember seeing your images for the first time.
You'll remember the confidence.
The pride.
The joy.
And you'll remember thinking:
"I can't believe I almost talked myself out of this."
Your Future Self Will Be So Glad You Said Yes
If you've been searching for a luxury boudoir photographer in Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, or anywhere in Arizona, consider this your sign.
Don't wait for the nerves to disappear.
They may never completely go away.
Instead, trust that you don't have to do this alone.
At Bella Jade Boudoir, I'll be with you every step of the way—guiding you, encouraging you, and reminding you just how incredible you already are.
One day, you'll look back on this experience and wonder why you waited so long.
Let's make that day today.
"I Almost Didn't Book a Boudoir Session". Here Are the 5 Lies Women in Phoneix, Mesa. Gilbert, and Scottsdale Tell Themselves Before Finally Saying Yes.
"I Almost Didn't Book a Boudoir Session". Here Are the 5 Lies Women Tell Themselves Before Finally Saying Yes.
Most women in Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, and Scottsdale are not thinking: ❌ "I need boudoir photos so that I have something sexy to gift my significant other”
Now don’t let me convince you that’s not a great reason to get boudoir photos because it absolutely is! Having something to surprise your husband on your anniversary, before the wedding, on his birthday or just because is an incredible unexpected treat and has its added bonuses for the both of you! But if we stopped there I wouldn’t be telling the whole truth, because underneath the gift idea women are actually thinking…
Women often say they're booking for:
Their husband
Their anniversary
A gift
But the truth?
They're booking because they want to feel like themselves again.
Most women in Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, and Scottsdale are not thinking: ❌ "I need boudoir photos so that I have something sexy to gift my significant other”
Now don’t let me convince you that’s not a great reason to get boudoir photos because it absolutely is! Having something to surprise your husband on your anniversary, before the wedding, on his birthday or just because is an incredible unexpected treat and has its added bonuses for the both of you! But if we stopped there I wouldn’t be telling the whole truth, because underneath the gift idea women are actually thinking…
"I don't feel like myself anymore."
"I've lost confidence."
"I've gained weight."
"I'm getting older."
"I want to feel beautiful again."
For that I wanted to share the 5 Lies Women Tell Themselves Before Finally Saying Yes. Just in case you’re feeling it too. I want you to know you are not alone!
Lie #1: I Need To Lose Weight First
Do you know how many times at Bella Jade I’ve heard this one! Too many to count. And it pains me because I know how much doing a boudoir session can change the way you see yourself if only you’d seu YES!. The woman who says she's too big and the woman who says she's too small are usually standing in the same studio. And it’s the same woman that walks out shocked at how beautiful she felt regardless of any number on the scale!
Lie #2: I'm Not Photogenic
Fine. You don’t know how to pose, or what to do with your hands. That’s normal. You’re not a professional model and that’s entirely okay. Good news is you’re in good hands at Bella Jade Boudoir. We will show you how to pose and coach you head to toe, even guide you through facial expressions! Midway through the shoot something will shift. You’ll start to trust your body, build confidence as you go, and start to realize its not that scary in fact posing for boudoir photos will be exciting, fun, and liberating!
Lie #3: Boudoir Is Only For Young Women
This is huge for Arizona. There is a lot of pressure to look young, and thriving! And with most of social media hammering that idea into our heads it’s no wonder why someone might think that only young women get boudoir photos. But believe it or not most women we work with at Bella Jade Boudoir are 30, 40, 50, 60!
They are
Moms, Empty Nesters
Business Women, Entreprenuers, Housewives
Single, Married, Divorced
Reaching Milestones
Recovering From Losses, Setbacks, or Health Scares
Women looking to find themselves, see themselves, regain their confidence, and love themselves at any season of their life.
Lie #4: I Need A Reason
A woman does not need:
A wedding
An anniversary
Valentine's Day
To get boudoir photos. She can do it because she wants to. Period.
Lie #5: I'll Book Someday
This is the ultimate killer. If you’re still telling yourself you’ll book someday, then you won’t. Let’s be honest with each other here, babe. How long have you been putting this off already? A month, a year, two years, five years, more? When will it be okay enough for you to do something for yourself?
Sure some women have waited years before booking, but it never fails that those same women look back at their photoshoot, the experience, and their photos and think “I cant believe I waited so long? I almost didn’t book the shoot!. They’ll tell you “Just do it, you won’t regret it.”
“… Spent the whole morning laughing and having fun! I would absolutely do this again!! If you are questioning whether or not you want to get boudoir photos...GET THEM!! It is an experience you will never forget. You will never regret. And you will have the photos forever!” — Miss A (2025)
”Christina is amazing! This was a perception altering experience.” — Miss E (2017)
”I have nothing but good things to say about my experience with Christina at the Bella Jade Collection! She made me feel comfortable, the shoot was so fun, and the pictures were incredible. Highly highly recommend!! — Miss A (2026)
”If you are on the fence about doing a shoot - just do it and pick Christina - there will be no regrets, I promise. She is amazing in so many ways and makes you feel the same!” — Miss J (2020)
So no, don’t let the days, months, or years pass you by! You were enough then, and you’re enough now. And chances are saying Yes to the boudoir shoot, then doing it, will be the most empowering thing you’ll ever get the chance to do for yourself!
Why? Women don’t do boudoir sessions just for the pretty pictures—they do it for the feeling of seeing themselves differently. For the confidence and the proof that that are strong, beautiful, brave and worthy of being seen, loved, and celebrated just as they are right now!
If you’ve been thinking of doing this for months or even years, this is your moment!
You don't need to lose weight.
You don't need to be more confident.
You don't need permission.
You simply need to decide that you're worth loving right now.
At Bella Jade Boudoir in Mesa, Arizona our boudoir photography sessions include:
a consultation, professional hair and make-up, private boiudoir studio, beauty retouching, image reveal, custom ordering appointment, and gorgeous luxury product options that embody just how special this experience was to you — so that you can be reminded just how confident you felt everytime you look back on your photos!
Get on our schedule today for an empowering boudoir experience you will never forget!
Know Before You Go | What To Expect When You Book a Boudoir Photo Shoot with Bella Jade Boudoir
Know Before You Go: What to Expect at Your Bella Jade Boudoir Photoshoot
Thinking about booking a boudoir photoshoot but wondering what the experience is really like? At Bella Jade Boudoir, we specialize in creating a comfortable, empowering boudoir photography experience for women throughout Mesa, Gilbert, Phoenix, and Scottsdale, Arizona. From the moment you book your session to the day you see your final images, our goal is to help you feel confident, beautiful, and completely supported. Curious? Here is what you should know before you go…
Know Before You Go: What to Expect When You Book a Boudoir Shoot with Bella Jade Boudoir
If you’ve been thinking about booking a boudoir session but aren’t quite sure what to expect, you’re not alone. Almost every woman who walks through our doors says the same thing: “I’ve always wanted to do this, but I’m so nervous.” And honestly? That’s completely normal.
At Bella Jade Boudoir, our goal is to make this experience feel exciting, empowering, and surprisingly comfortable from the very beginning. So if you’re wondering what really happens when you book a session, here’s the stuff to know-before-you-go to your boudoir photo shoot!
Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert Arizona Boudoir Photographer | Bella jade Boudoir Photos | Know Before You Go
Step 1: Booking Your Session
Once you decide you want to do this for yourself (and trust us, you deserve it), the first step is to reach out to us and get your session on the books!
With that, you’ll receive everything you need to prepare:
A welcome guide
Tips on what to wear
Advice on how to prepare
Details about the studio and your shoot day
We’ll also be available to answer any questions along the way since you’ll also get a one-on-one consultation with your boudoir photographer prior to the day of your photoshoot! You are never expected to figure it all out on your own.
Step 2: Planning Your Looks
One of the most fun parts of the experience is deciding what to wear.
Some women show up with beautiful lingerie sets, while others bring:
A cozy sweater
An oversized button-down shirt
A favorite robe
Bodysuits
Accessories like hats, heels, glasses…
Crop tops, jean shorts and more! (the possibilities are endless!)
Or even something sentimental like their partner’s shirt, his tie, or jersey just to name a few!
There is no “right” way to do boudoir. The goal is to create images that feel like you, while also stepping just slightly outside your comfort zone.
And if you’re worried about not knowing what photographs well, don’t worry — we talk you through all of it.
Step 3: The Day of Your Shoot
When you arrive at the Bella Jade Boudoir studio, the vibe is relaxed, welcoming, and judgment-free.
Most clients start the day feeling a little nervous (totally normal), but within minutes that nervous energy turns into excitement.
During your session you can expect:
A comfortable, private studio environment
Guidance and direction for every pose and every body type!
Encouragement and hype the entire time
Plenty of laughter along the way
You do not need to know how to pose. In fact, most women who come in have never done anything like this before. We guide you through everything from where to place your hands to how to angle your body so you look and feel amazing.
Step 4: The Transformation Moment
Something magical tends to happen about halfway through the shoot.
You stop thinking about how nervous you were when you arrived. You stop worrying about how you look. And suddenly you realize something:
You feel confident. Powerful. Beautiful.
The woman you see in the photos is the same woman who walked in — you just finally get to see her the way everyone else does.
Step 5: Your Images
After your session, you’ll meet with the photographer and get to see your images and choose your favorites.
And this is the moment most women remember forever.
Because seeing yourself through this lens can be incredibly powerful. You’ll notice things you may have overlooked before:
Your strength
Your softness
Your confidence
Your beauty exactly as you are
Many clients say it feels like meeting a new version of themselves — when really, it’s just the most authentic version.
A Few Things to Remember
Before your session, here are a few things we always want our clients to know:
✨ You don’t need to lose weight
✨ You don’t need modeling experience
✨ You don’t need to be “a natural in front of the camera”
✨ You don’t need a special reason
You just need to be willing to show up for yourself.
Ready When You Are
Boudoir is so much more than a photoshoot. It’s an experience that reminds you of the woman you are right now — not someday, not after something changes, but today.
So if you’ve been thinking about it, wondering what it might feel like to finally do something like this…
Take the first step, reach out, and book the shoot, babe!
At Bella Jade Boudoir, we can’t wait to create something beautiful with you. 💫
Bella Jade Boudoir
Helping women reclaim their confidence through empowering boudoir photography for over a decade in Mesa, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Gilbert, Arizona
3 Things to Avoid Before a Boudoir Photoshoot | Bella Jade Boudoir Photography in Scottsdale, Arizona
Are you preparing for a boudoir session? You may have common questions like: “Should I get a spray tan for boudoir photos? Should I eat or not eat before the shoot? Or, what should I bring with me? At Bella Jade Boudoir, we answer all of your questions during your pre-shoot consultation! But we get it — sometimes it’s not just about having your questions answered, but knowing what questions to ask. As a top boudoir photographer in Scottsdale with almost a decade of experience in boudoir photography, I’m revealing three things we generally recommend our boudoir clients avoid!
3 Things to avoid before a boudoir photoshoot
Are you preparing for a boudoir session? You may have common questions like: “Should I get a spray tan for boudoir photos? Should I eat or not eat before the shoot? Or, what should I bring with me? At Bella Jade Boudoir, we answer all of your questions during your pre-shoot consultation! But we get it — sometimes it’s not just about having your questions answered, but knowing what questions to ask. As a top boudoir photographer in Scottsdale with almost a decade of experience in boudoir photography, I’m revealing three things we generally recommend our boudoir clients avoid!
Overconsumption Night Before
It is best to avoid consuming alcohol the night before a boudoir session. However, we do encourage you to follow your regular dinner routine. Do not fast or crash diet hours before your shoot. You’ll want to be energized and hydrated! Eat a nutritious dinner, drink lots of water, and have a light breakfast before you arrive!
First Timer Spray Tans, and Self Tanner
There are both pros and cons to getting a spray tan prior to a boudoir shoot. In most cases, as your boudoir photographer, I will recommend avoiding spray tans altogether especially if it is not something you do on a regular basis. If you must — hire a professional, let them know you are having a boudoir photoshoot, and when. Self-tanner is never recommended.
Last Minute Panic Packing
Try on all of your outfit options in advance, narrow them down the best you can. For Bella Jade Boudoir’s regular boudoir sessions, two to four outfits is ideal. Lay them out on your bed and plan out any accessories you’d like to bring with you. Only pack what you need. An extra outfit or panty is okay just in case, but refrain from throwing in miscellaneous outfits, accessories/props last minute. You likely will not need them! Besides, too many outfits, accessories, and props can be overwhelming and take away from the real star of the show, which is you!
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Online Lingerie Stores | Where to Buy Lingerie Online for a Boudoir Photoshoot!
If you just booked a boudoir photo shoot, congrats! You just simultaneously unlocked the ultimate excuse to shop for sexy lingerie! But you may be wondering,
“Where can I find lingerie for a boudoir photo shoot?”
If you plan to shop online and you’re looking for lingerie options that fit your style and body type, you've made it to the right place! As a boudoir photographer, I have photographed hundreds of women of all body types. For many of my boudoir clients, choosing the right outfit for your boudoir photos can feel overwhelming at first, but shopping for boudoir lingerie should be fun! Let us help you get excited about finding the best lingerie for boudoir photos!
This list provides tons of online lingerie stores in one place. It includes everything from our studio favorites to online lingerie stores that offer a range of options from budget-friendly, plus-size, retro, and even luxury brands! Feel free to bookmark this page and use this as your go-to resource for finding lingerie pieces you’ll love!
If you just booked a boudoir photo shoot, congrats! You just simultaneously unlocked the ultimate excuse to shop for sexy lingerie! But you may be wondering,
“Where can I find lingerie for a boudoir photo shoot?”
If you plan to shop online and you’re looking for lingerie options that fit your style and body type, you've made it to the right place! As a boudoir photographer, I have photographed hundreds of women of all body types. For many of my boudoir clients, choosing the right outfit for your boudoir photos can feel overwhelming at first, but shopping for boudoir lingerie should be fun! Let us help you get excited about finding the best lingerie for boudoir photos!
This list provides tons of online lingerie stores in one place. It includes everything from our studio favorites to online lingerie stores that offer a range of options from budget-friendly, plus-size, retro, and even luxury brands! Feel free to bookmark this page and use this as your go-to resource for finding lingerie pieces you’ll love!
Online Lingerie Stores
for boudoir photos
Our Top Picks:
Budget Friendly Lingerie:
Plus Size Lingerie:
Scantily by Curvy Kate
Anya Lust
Bridal Lingerie:
Retro Lingerie:
More Online Lingerie:
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Plus, if you book a boudoir session with us at Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, you’ll also receive personalized advice on what to wear for your boudoir shoot as our boudoir sessions include a personalized styling and wardrobe consultation! We are more than happy to provide further guidance on the best lingerie to flatter your figure and inspire confidence! Book now.
Cozy and Luxurious Fur Blanket Boudoir Session | Phoenix Boudoir Photographer
When it comes to boudoir photography, there are so many possibilities for posing and styling! If you are wanting to do a boudoir session to feel liberated, and empowered, consider incorporating a fur blanket into your shoot! The soft texture and luxurious feel of the fur blanket can add a touch of elegance and allure to your photos, creating a more sensual yet sophisticated look.
Cozy & Luxurious Fur Blanket Boudoir Session
Consider incorporating a fur blanket into your shoot!
When it comes to boudoir photography, there are so many possibilities for posing and styling! If you are wanting to do a boudoir session to feel liberated, and empowered, consider incorporating a fur blanket into your shoot! The soft texture and luxurious feel of the fur blanket can add a touch of elegance and allure to your photos, creating a more sensual yet sophisticated look.
This chocolate brown fur blanket pictured is available in The Grey Room (our highly sought-after bonus set) at Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, Arizona
Posing with a Fur Blanket
Posing with a fur blanket can evoke a sense of luxury and indulgence, that will help you bring out more confidence in front of the camera. Whether you choose to drape the fur blanket around your shoulders, snuggle up with it, or use it as a prop to enhance your poses, the results will be stunning!
These boudoir pictures are from boudoir session at Bella Jade Boudoir posing with the fur blanket!
Embracing your Femininity
Embracing your femininity through a boudoir shoot with a luxury fur blanket can help you feel more connected to your body and embrace your unique beauty. It's a chance to celebrate yourself, your journey, and your confidence. So, if you're ready to step out of your comfort zone and are exploring ideas for boudoir photography, consider posing with a luxury fur blanket for your boudoir photos!
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Boudoir Photography and How It Changes You | Arizona Boudoir Photographer in Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, Scottsdale
First, why I wanted to share this with you:
Woman to woman, the pressure to exist and look a certain way can be all too familiar for most women. Whether you’re single, married, divorced, a housewife, homemaker, stay-at-home mom, working mom, a career-centric woman with no kids both or anything else, the modern woman is undeniably a force to be reckoned with. She does it all and looks damn good doing it! Am I right? But, that doesn’t come without feelings of guilt, burnout, feeling inadequate, or dealing with some form of self-loss.
It’s undoubtedly an incredible time to be a woman — do not get me wrong! But it can also be stressful, overwhelming, and seemingly impossible to keep up at times. Especially with things like social media, reminding us every day that someone out there somewhere is probably doing it better, and somehow does it all while still having a rock-solid bangin body appearing as if they are just effortlessly walking around the world. {Insert intrusive thoughts: ‘being a woman is so easy you’re just not doing it right’} The point is that we are living in a world that makes it feel good to be a woman, but also one where instant gratification and highlight reels can send us on a path of comparison and self-doubt to no end.
I’m here to tell you that you are not alone. Also, that it’s never selfish to take care of yourself, set boundaries, do more of what makes you come alive, and love yourself through that process. There will be highs and there will be lows. That’s inevitable. But you get to choose how your story will be written and you, my love, set the bar for how you get to feel about you! You control the narrative, babe! This is all the more reason why so many women are choosing to do a boudoir session for themselves. They want to celebrate their victories, feel good in their own skin and learn to love themselves unconditionally.
So, how does a boudoir session change you?
Boudoir Photography And How It Changes You
First, why I wanted to share this with you:
Woman to woman, the pressure to exist and look a certain way can be all too familiar for most women. Whether you’re single, married, divorced, a housewife, homemaker, stay-at-home mom, working mom, a career-centric woman with no kids both or anything else, the modern woman is undeniably a force to be reckoned with. She does it all and looks damn good doing it! Am I right? But, that doesn’t come without creeping feelings of guilt, burnout, feeling inadequate, or dealing with some form of self-loss.
It’s undoubtedly an incredible time to be a woman — do not get me wrong! But it can also be stressful, overwhelming, and seemingly impossible to keep up at times. Especially with things like social media, reminding us every day that someone out there somewhere is probably doing it better, and somehow does it all while still having a rock-solid bangin body appearing as if they are just effortlessly walking around the world. {Insert intrusive thoughts: ‘being a woman is so easy you’re just not doing it right’} The point is that we are living in a world that makes it feel good to be a woman, but also one where instant gratification and highlight reels can send us on a path of comparison and self-doubt to no end.
I’m here to tell you that you are not alone. Also, that it’s never selfish to take care of yourself, set boundaries, do more of what makes you come alive, and love yourself through that process. There will be highs and there will be lows. That’s inevitable. But you get to choose how your story will be written and you, my love, set the bar for how you get to feel about you! You control the narrative, babe! This is all the more reason why so many women are choosing to do a boudoir session for themselves. They want to celebrate their victories, feel good in their own skin and learn to love themselves unconditionally.
So, how does a boudoir session change you?
As a female boudoir photographer in the Phoenix area for over 8 years I’ve gotten to work with women from all walks of life. Women come into our studio for all sorts of reasons! Whether its to celebrate a milestone, a gift for their significant other, an act of self love or something else, do you want to know the one thing most have in common? They want to change the way they see themselves!
My boudoir clients tell me all of the time how this experience changed them and that they are so full of gratitude for this experience.Just imagine having photos of yourself that capture a time when you felt loved, confident, and empowered. They are proud of what we’ve created together and now have photos of themselves that transform that narrative from never enough, to always have been always will be! The whole experience gives you confidence that you can take with you through all parts of your life!
What it feels like to experience the power of boudoir for yourself:
Picture it — you walk into our Scottsdale boudoir studio on the day of your very own shoot. You are eager, excited, nervous, palms sweaty, trying to hide how incredibly nervous you actually are. But then, you are warmly greeted by an all women team. You lay out your outfits getting advice and encouragement along the way. You sit down for hair and make up, get to chatting and your fears and feelings of self doubt start to fade. It begins to feel more like a day just hanging out with the best of friends, laughing, sharing stories, dishing the tea, and celebrating each other like you’ve known each other for years. You take a deep breath and think ‘im’m safe here, these are girls, girls’.
The time comes to slip into your first outfit. And, it challenges you to see yourself and let yourself be seen. But as you get into poses and are coached through that process you recognize that all of the fear leading up to this was just your intrusive thoughts … getting in the way of you looking and feeling your most confident self! You’re laughing, feeling sexy, and having fun! It’s now the end of you’re shoot and you’re walking away feeling like you’re on cloud nine, radiating with beauty and an abundance self love! You did it! And, you feel more alive than you’ve felt in a long time!
You come back to see your very own boudoir photos for the first time. Not without inhibition( let’s be honest we all have flaws, and your inner critic can be awfully convincing) but you made a pact with yourself to be more gentle with your body so you look up at them anyway, amazed by your own beauty. You’re realizing you were enough after all, and that you too are a gorgeous, incredible, strong, and beautiful woman! It changes you! It inspires you to love yourself more, be more present, and take more time to just be yourself! The bombshell, and absolute goddess who was always there and just needed a little boost to show fully, has arrived! And, there ain’t no stopping her now!
At Bella Jade Boudoir we believe boudoir is for every woman, no matter what age, shape, or size they may be. If you’re asking yourself whether or not you should do this, take it from our clients (you can read tons of client interviews with full testimonials on our blog!) While we all experience things differently, I am confident they would tell you that a boudoir session with us is truly an empowering experience that every woman should have! They would tell you to stop waiting. Stop second-guessing yourself and getting in your own way. Do it now!
Should you do your own boudoir session?
Here’s some snippets of advice from our boudoir client interviews …
Find the boudoir photographer that matches your personality as well as photo style -but definitely do it :)
Do it! With none or all of the flaws, do it! Whether you’re 20 or 50, do it. Capture this version of you and be proud of the body you have. Show the world what you are made of and let yourself feel like a queen.
Do it!!! You will not regret it and Christina will help you throughout the whole process.
Doesn’t matter if this is a little or a lot outside of your comfort zone we will guide you every step of the way! We aim to empower confidence in women through an unforgettable boudoir experience and photos that inspire you to love yourself unconditionally. We encourage you to challenge yourself, take the leap, invest in yourself, and affirm to show up for yourself wholeheartedly. We want you to do the shoot for you, so that you too, can experience the transformative power of boudoir. So that you have a safe space to celebrate your sexy, start healing the relationship you have with your body, be gentle with yourself and embrace your femininity! This truly can change the way you see yourself! And, if you’ve read through this far something tells me it’s your time babe. Do the boudoir session! Get on our schedule for an empowering boudoir session and see it for yourself!
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Quotes to Inspire Confidence Before A Boudoir Session
Embarking on something as empowering as a boudoir session is exciting! However, if you are someone who has ever struggled with body image, lingering insecurities, self doubt, or questioned whether or not you are pretty enough for a shoot like this it can be especially nerve racking. Even those who are in a good place when it comes to their self-love journey have spoken up about feeling nervous. After all wearing lingerie let alone wearing lingerie to have your photos taken is typically new and often challenges women to step outside of their comfort zone. My hope is that these quotes will inspire you and motivate you to feel more comfortable about having your own boudoir session. It’s time to lean in, put your inner critic aside, and get excited about how liberating your boudoir experience will be! You are powerful, beautiful, and brave. You deserve to be seen, feel sexy, and more confident in your own skin! What are you waiting for? Let’s do this! Becuase at the end of the day — its not about being or looking a certain way it’s about feeling more confident, believing in yourself, honoring your body, and learning to love yourself unconditionally.
20 Empowering Quotes For Boudoir Photography
Quotes to Inspire Confidence Before A Boudoir Session
Embarking on something as empowering as a boudoir session is exciting! However, if you are someone who has ever struggled with body image, lingering insecurities, self doubt, or questioned whether or not you are pretty enough for a shoot like this it can be especially nerve racking. Even those who are in a good place when it comes to their self-love journey have spoken up about feeling nervous. After all wearing lingerie let alone wearing lingerie to have your photos taken is typically new and often challenges women to step outside of their comfort zone. My hope is that these quotes will inspire you and motivate you to feel more comfortable about having your own boudoir session. It’s time to lean in, put your inner critic aside, and get excited about how liberating your boudoir experience will be! You are powerful, beautiful, and brave. You deserve to be seen, feel sexy, and more confident in your own skin! What are you waiting for? Let’s do this! Becuase at the end of the day — its not about being or looking a certain way it’s about feeling more confident, believing in yourself, honoring your body, and learning to love yourself unconditionally.
“Don’t wait until everything is just right. It will never be perfect. There will always be challenges, obstacles and less than perfect conditions. So what? Get started now. With each step you take, you will grow stronger and stronger, more and more skilled, more and more self-confident.”
“You are not a mistake. You are not a problem to be solved. But you won’t discover this until you are willing to stop banging your head against the wall of shaming and caging and fearing yourself.”
“We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face ... we must do that which we think we cannot.”
“Believe in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you imagine.”
“Wouldn’t it be powerful if you fell in love with yourself so deeply that you would do just about anything if you knew it would make you happy? This is precisely how much life loves you and wants you to nurture yourself. The deeper you love yourself, the more the universe will affirm your worth. Then you can enjoy a lifelong love affair that brings you the richest fulfillment from inside out.”
“The willingness to show up changes us. It makes us a little braver each time.”
“You have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving yourself and see what happens.”
“You can’t hate yourself happy. You can’t criticize yourself thin. You can’t shame yourself worthy. Real change begins with self-love and self-care.”
“Being a healthy woman isn’t about getting on a scale or measuring your waistline. We need to start focusing on what matters — on how we feel, and how we feel about ourselves”
“Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear.”
“If we make self-love or body acceptance conditional, the truth is, we will never be happy with ourselves. The reality is that our bodies are constantly changing, and they will never remain exactly the same. If we base our self-worth on something as ever-changing as our bodies, we will forever be on the emotional roller coaster of body obsession and shame.”
“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.”
“Be brave enough to live the life of your dreams according to your vision and purpose instead of the expectations and opinions of others.”
“I definitely have body issues, but everybody does. When you come to the realization that everybody does — even the people that I consider flawless — then you can start to live with the way you are”
“Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.”
“You just have to accept your body. You may not love it all the way, but you just have to be comfortable with it. You just want something else that someone else has, but that doesn’t mean what you have isn’t beautiful.”
“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do.”
“I don’t want to wait until I’m 73 to embrace my body. To look back and think of my beauty: How did I miss it? Let’s not wait another moment.”
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“Say goodbye to your inner critic, and take this pledge to be kinder to yourself and others.”
“She remembered who she was and the game changed.”
Make 2024 Your Year for An Empowering Boudoir Shoot! | The Benefits of Doing a Boudoir Photographer Session with Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale Arizona
If you’re still thinking about doing a boudoir session, if you want to practice self love, and feel more confident in your own skin I urge you to make 2024 your year for change (and I don’t just mean the physical ones). I’m talking about healing and forgiving yourself for all of the bad things you’ve ever said about your body. Make an honest commitment to becoming the kind of woman who can find compassion for herself — the kind of woman who can celebrate other women and also honor her own body, despite her flaws.
Push through self doubt and permit yourself to go all in … even if you don’t feel quite ready yet. Because, chances are that carving out some you time to do a shoot like this will leave you feeling like a new woman. A woman empowered who knows what she wants and goes for it!
Just in case you’re still second guessing yourself, let me share some of
The greatest benefits you’ll receive from doing a boudoir session with us…
Have you spent the last year putting off your very own boudoir session?
I think you need to know something…
As a boudoir photographer I have photographed hundreds of women over the years. Due to the nature of boudoir often times those women are faced with the challenge of leaning into vulnerability so that they can begin to change the way they see themselves. As you look at our boudoir photos I want you to admire these women. They are gorgeous! But I also want you to realize that you can do this too! Don’t disqualify yourself. You are probably a lot more like our previous boudoir clients than you might think.
Full transparency — For most it took them a bit of courage to do the shoot. I don’t blame them.
Regardless of what you do or don’t love about your body, we all come with some insecurities. Which for a lot of women makes getting in front of a camera kind of intimidating. Couple that with the idea of slipping into your skivvies for boudoir pictures. Well, yeah that can make having your photos taken feel even more vulnerable. It is also incredibly uplifting, because the more we step out of our comfort zone the more we can begin to see just how capable we as women are.
If you’re still thinking about doing a boudoir session, if you want to practice self love, and feel more confident in your own skin I urge you to make 2024 your year for change (and I don’t just mean the physical ones). I’m talking about healing and forgiving yourself for all of the bad things you’ve ever said about your body. Make an honest commitment to becoming the kind of woman who can find compassion for herself — the kind of woman who can celebrate other women and also honor her own body, despite her flaws.
Push through self doubt and permit yourself to go all in … even if you don’t feel quite ready yet. Because, chances are that carving out some you time to do a shoot like this will leave you feeling like a new woman. A woman empowered who knows what she wants and goes for it!
Just in case you’re still second guessing yourself, let me share some of
The greatest benefits you’ll receive from doing a boudoir session with us:
You’ll get to hang with other women who are down to earth, aren’t afraid of having a little fun, and genuinely desire to see you thrive! From getting pampered with hair and makeup, being guided every step of the way, and receiving all of the encouragement and posing guidance you need — this will surely have you looking and feeling amazing!
When you see your boudoir photos for the first time you’ll realize that you are one gorgeous woman! All of the negative beliefs you had leading up to the shoot will fade away and you’ll likely find yourself wondering why it took you so long to just do it in the first place! Babe, I can’t say this enough: these truly will be some of the most beautiful photos of yourself you’ve ever seen!
You’ll have memories and tangible works of art that will last far beyond the day of the shoot. Any time you need a reminder of just how incredible you are… you can look back at your boudoir photos and reminisce. The girl who did that — the girl who believed in herself, showed up, and did the thing yes love, she is you and she will always be you! You already have it in you. Now it’s time to let us help you see her shine and reveal the woman in you who owns her moment and loves herself unconditionally.
If doubts and insecurities have held you back from booking a boudoir session in the past I want you to know that our team is here for you! And we want so badly to share this experience with you! Seriously, feeling nervous to do a boudoir session is normal. But if you’re still thinking about this, if its really what you want then don’t you dare let a few nerves get in the way of stepping into the next version of yourself. It’s time you leaped.
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Ideas to Inspire a Fall Boudoir Photography Session | Arizona Boudoir Photographer in Scottsdale, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, Phoenix Area
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!
ideas to inspire Your fall boudoir photography session:
The first thing most 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!
The best way to spice up your boudoir wardrobe for fall is to incorporate layers by using pieces like oversized sweaters, flannels, and knit socks. This will transform your images so that they inspire a warm and cozy feel that’s perfect for fall weather!
You can also experiment with different textures from velvet lingerie pieces to added elements such as fur blankets, and flowy curtains that speak to those crisp autumn vibes we look forward to!
For fall sessions now is the time to enjoy the colors of the season with greys, neutrals, and traditional warm tones like caramel and copper. I also encourage vintage colors like sage and dusty rose! For a more vibrant or moody fall feel play with rich jewel tones like burgundy, emerald, and navy — maybe even a pop of gold instead of dusty rose!
And, don’t be afraid to get creative —
Consider bringing a prop like a coffee/cocoa mug to create a more cozy and intimate vibe. We’ve even seen boudoir clients take advantage of spooky season or include accessories like brim hats, and football jerseys!
The possibilities are endless! And, I can not wait to see what you come up with it! Ready to begin planning your very own fall boudoir photo shoot? Contact your Scottsdale Boudoir Photographer here for more information or click here to book your boudoir session now!
What To Wear For A Boudoir Photography Session | Best Boudoir Photographer in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Arizona | Bella Jade Boudoir
Whether you’re just curious about boudoir photography or already starting to plan your very own boudoir session with us, I’d like to share a few tips on what to wear for your boudoir session.
Planning boudoir outfits for your upcoming boudoir shoot can feel a bit overwhelming at first. But, it doesn’t have to be. Here at Bella Jade Boudoir we can help you choose outfits as well as give you ideas, and advice for what will work best for you! Every woman does a boudoir session for their own reasons, but for the most part doing a boudoir shoot is an empowering experience that is all about you, how you see yourself, and inspiring confidence! So, when choosing what to wear be sure to consider why you are doing this, how much or how little youre comfortable with wearing, what will look good for your body type, and how you envision being photographed. Again, when you book a shoot with Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale we help with all of this. Our boudoir clients will always have an opportunity to schedule a styling and wardrobe consultation with their photographer to go over what to wear and bring with you in more detail.
The tips I am going to share today are just here to get you started, help you feel more at ease, and get you excited about planning your very own boudoir shoot!
Bella Jade Boudoir specializes in boudoir photography in Scottsdale Arizona and has been named #1 Boudoir Photographer in Phoenix. With over 7 years experience working with hundreds of women for their boudoir session, we’ve learned a lot about what works best for our boudoir clients!
Whether you’re just curious about boudoir photography or already starting to plan your very own boudoir session with us, I’d like to share a few tips on what to wear for your boudoir session.
Planning boudoir outfits for your upcoming boudoir shoot can feel a bit overwhelming at first. But, it doesn’t have to be. Here at Bella Jade Boudoir we can help you choose outfits as well as give you ideas, and advice for what will work best for you! Every woman does a boudoir session for their own reasons, but for the most part doing a boudoir shoot is an empowering experience that is all about you, how you see yourself, and inspiring confidence! So, when choosing what to wear be sure to consider why you are doing this, how much or how little you’re comfortable with wearing, what will look good for your body type, and how you envision being photographed. Again, when you book a shoot with Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale we help with all of this. Our boudoir clients will always have an opportunity to schedule a styling and wardrobe consultation with their photographer to go over what to wear and bring with you in more detail.
The tips I am going to share today are just here to get you started, help you feel more at ease, and get you excited about planning your very own boudoir shoot!
What to Wear: Natural Boudoir
For boudoir photos that look and feel natural, less is more. A simple teddy or bra and panty set is all you’ll need to create this look. Focus on what fits well, hugs your curves, and feels most comfortable. For this look, subtle textures like lace, and floral work well. Neurals, earthy tones, or pastel colors like baby blue, and blush are ideal.
What To Wear: Comfy Boudoir
If lingerie isn’t really your thing, or you just love the idea of doing a boudoir session in something other than lingerie. This outfit idea feels cozy but also looks super cute, and should definitely be on your list of things to consider! Think over the shoulder sweaters, and t-shirts. You can transform any basic cheeky panties and bra to something cozy and flirty by layering your outfit with a cardigan or robe!
What To Wear: Glamorous Boudoir
Wearing something glamorous can truly elevate the experience. Whether it's a satin slip dress, full lingerie set with garter belt, stockings, and heels or something even more racy like a strappy bodysuit an outfit that makes you feel confident, strong, and sexy can go a long way. Opt for fabrics that flatter your figure and colors that complement your skin tone and overall vibe of your vision. Example given — for rich and moody think jeweled tones, for chic magazine style images try something black with gold, or rose gold details.
What To Wear: His Shirt / Themed Boudoir
Wearing something themed for your boudoir session can bring versatility and can be fun way to add more of your own personality to your boudoir photos. Don’t be afraid to incorporate light props (e.g. baseball caps, footballs, books, guitars, jersey), though its always a good idea to let the photographer know in advance if this is something that you’d like to do.
What To Wear: Bridal Boudoir
Bridal boudoir photos can be done in any boudoir outfit, but this is a special and intimate occasion so most woman will want to include something bridal in their boudoir photos. There are a few ways you can achieve this look just remember — This look can be elegant and sophisticated, or seductive and sensual. Its entirely up to you! The first and most common is to wear white, traditional bridal lingerie. Lace robes, silk gowns, anything sheer, even wearing nothing more than your engagement ring are all great choices, too! To elevate this look I recommend bringing in something sentimental, or something that will be a part of your wedding like your “something blue”, your engagement ring, your wedding shoes, veil etc. Another option is to introduce a sexy accessory like a wedding garter!
These boudoir outfit ideas are just a few of many to get you started! We never expect our clients to book their shoot with everything already figured out. As your boudoir photographer, I can work with you one on one during your consultation to help you figure out what to wear. Whether that’s needing help with ideas, knowing what to bring, not bring, or finding something that works best for your body type, you do not have to figure it out alone.
At the end of the day this is all about helping you look and feel your most confident. If that means going full glam, keeping it casual (or both) I want to encourage you to be yourself, wear what makes YOU feel beautiful, and have fun with it!
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your very own boudoir session with us?
If this post has you feeling inspired, if you want to feel amazing, if you cant stop thinking about what it would be like to have your very own boudoir session one day, don’t you dare wait any longer! Take the next step!
Get in touch with us and book your boudoir session at Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale today!
5 Quick Tips for Your Boudoir Photo Shoot | Phoenix Best Boudoir Photographer located in Old Town Scottsdale Arizona
If 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:
If you’ve already booked your Phoenix Boudoir Photography Session and are beginning to plan for your boudoir 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:
Plan your outfits in advance including trying everything on well before the day of your shoot. If ordering lingerie items online, be sure to give yourself enough time for shipping, as well as possible exchanges/returns.
Treat yourself to a manicure and pedicure. Nails are one of the most overlooked details when it comes to having your photos taken. Since, this is boudoir getting a pedicure is even more noticeable especially if you do not plan on wearing heels in all of your photos. Not only will this freshen up your appearance but it’s a great way to unwind and relax any nerves you may have about doing a shoot like this.
Be mindful of tan lines and clothing lines in your skin. We almost always recommend not getting a spray tan, however it does not hurt to ask if a spray tan is something that you are considering. In some situations having a professional spray tan can be beneficial. Wearing lose fitting clothing the morning of your shoot is ideal for avoiding lines in your skin from bra straps or other tight garments.
Drink plenty of water and be sure to eat a light breakfast the morning of your session. Now is not the time to fast, start a new weigh loss diet etc. Drinking plenty of water will help reduce unwanted bloating while eating a light breakfast will give you the energy you’ll want during your shoot!
Get out of your own head. If doing something like this is outside of your comfort zone getting nervous as you get closer to your shoot is not uncommon. Remind yourself why you are doing this then get out of your own head by giving yourself permission to show up all in and letting go of the idea that you need to look perfect or do it perfectly. Show up for yourself and just have fun with it!
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White Sheets for Your Boudoir Session | Best Boudoir Photographer in Scottsdale, Arizona near Phoenix, AZ
Natural, intimate, timeless! This implied nude look is a classic and an easy favorite at our boudoir studio. Its sexy, its elegant, its racy, its mysterious, its beautiful, its all about you wrapped all into one.
It has that effortlessly sexy, and vulnerable feel to it that makes it unlike any other boudoir outfit you could ever find for your shoot.
And, It’s captured using just white sheets and translates seamlessly in both color and black & white!
Natural, intimate, timeless! This implied nude look is a classic and an easy favorite at our boudoir studio. Its sexy, its elegant, its racy, its mysterious, its beautiful, its all about you wrapped all into one.
It has that effortlessly sexy, and vulnerable feel to it that makes it unlike any other boudoir outfit you could ever find for your shoot.
And, It’s captured using just white sheets and translates seamlessly in both color and black & white!
Tastefully sexy white sheet noir boudoir photos by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ
We get it, though. Adding white sheets to the end of your Bella Jade Boudoir Session can seem incredibly scary. Understandably, the less clothing you are wearing the more nervous you’ll likely be. So feeling a bit nervous about posing in just sheets is normal.
But, if you’re looking for boudoir photos that challenge you to embrace your body, and love the skin you’re in unconditionally — it is undeniable that slipping out of your lingerie and stripping down to nothing but sheets and a blanket of light …
can be incredibly liberating if you’re brave enough to try it.
These may just be among the most stunning and emotive photos of yourself you’ll ever have!
Natural Light Boudoir White Sheet Session at Bella Jade Boudoir in Old Town Scottsdale AZ
Don’t worry, if you’re considering adding on white sheets to your boudoir session but do not like the idea of getting naked know that you do not need to be completely nude to create this look.
How much skin you want to show in your boudoir photos is entirely up to you.
White Sheets for Boudoir Photo Shoot at Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ
When you book a shoot with Bella Jade you’ll have an opportunity to talk through what this might look like for you before you even arrive for your shoot. So, by the time you come in for your session your Scottsdale boudoir photographer will already know what you’re comfortable with doing, which is what sets the tone for how we pose and style this look on the day of the shoot.
Quite honestly, for a lot of our boudoir clients the boudoir photos we can create together using just sheets are among their most adored images.
If you’re brave enough to try it too, you might just surprise yourself!
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The Second Boudoir Photo Shoot | Phoenix Best Boudoir Photographer located in Old Town Scottsdale Arizona
The second boudoir session? Yes, we at Bella Jade Boudoir are here for it!
Listen, our bodies are always changing. It is never the same, rarely perfect, but always beautiful.
Documenting that journey and holding space for our clients to exist freely and vulnerably in their bodies during any season is such an honor!
Miss A.’s second shoot was no exception. While it still took some coaching her through poses, we had a great time just as expected …
I’m telling you —
the confidence gains, and self love growth was undeniably present!
Over the years, we’ve been honored to have some of our clients come in for a second boudoir session with us. Miss A has been one of them! And we were so happy to have her back! This time she decided to do her session in our second studio, The Grey Room.
Doing a second boudoir shoot means capturing all of the beautiful versions of you —
celebrating lifes pivotal moments, embracing the in betweens, and documenting the journey as we go. It’s the commitment to continue welcoming the shifts and the seasons of life, as we age, grow and become more and more resilient.
So, the second boudoir session? Yes, we at Bella Jade Boudoir are here for it!
Listen, our bodies are always changing. It is never the same, rarely perfect, but always beautiful.
Documenting that journey and holding space for our clients to exist freely and vulnerably in their bodies during any season is such an honor!
Miss A. was no exception. While it still took some coaching her through poses, we had a great time just as expected!
We laughed, she called me out on my BS, I called her out on hers, we gave each other compliments tried accepting them (still learning), got all in our feels, caught up on life, and of course made gorgeous images! In short it was a successful shoot.
And, I’m telling you —
the confidence gains, and self love growth was undeniably present!
It shows in her boudoir photos and I am ever so thankful that she has graciously allowed us to share a few of them here!
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
Rich and Moody Boudoir Photo by Bella Jade Boudoir in Scottsdale, AZ.
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2020 Christmas Boudoir Minis | Scottsdale, Gilbert, Mesa, Phoenix Boudoir Photography
Announcing our 2020 Christmas Boudoir Mini Session Event located at Bella Jade Boudoirs newly renovated 1000 sq ft natural light studio. Confidence boosting body neutral empowering boudoir photos by top rated boudoir photographer. Serving the Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Gilbert area. Call 602-380-8122 or self book online!
Announcing the Christmas Mini Session event located at our newly renovated Scottsdale Studio!
Whether you desire to gift yourself or do something extra sexy to surprise your significant other this Christmas, this is for you!
Our 2020 Christmas Boudoir Minis are perfect for those who have never done a boudoir session and want to get a taste of what its all about! And, for all our return and VIP clients who want to get some updated photos with a little extra Holiday spice!
Plus, we are offering an exclusive product at an amazing price that is only offered during our mini session event — our simply sexy and discrete 5x5 Little Black Book!
$499 mini session EVENT DATES:
October 20th & 22nd (4 TIME SLOTS)
November 10 & 12th (4 TIME SLOTS)
November 24th (2 TIME SLOTS)
Normally our clients invest $1000 or more on their session and images and our regular sessions are almost completely booked out! Honestly these are expected to sell out fast, so don’t wait!
& hey, There’s more…
those that book now will ALSO RECEIVE a free gift from us just by joining our VIP GROUP!
Book your Christmas Boudoir Mini at our newly renovated 1000 sq ft Scottsdale studio location - TODAY!
here’s how it works:
(You may want to bookmark this page for future reference!)
1.
Sign up for a time slot at our Christmas mini session event here.
You will be the only woman photographed during your time slot!
Booking back to back with a friend is encouraged! You’ll have the option to purchase one additional same day time slot as a gift (subject to availability)!
2.
At booking you’ll be prompted to submit a non refundable deposit equal to 100% of the final package cost. This is required to reserve your date as well as an executed photography agreement.
3.
Show up to your session with your hair already professional done. Do have a naked face. You’ll be greeted by one of our lovely make up artists. They will be available to pamper you with a mini makeover perfect for the occasion -
this includes make up application and false lashes.
*Again, you must arrive with hair already professionally styled! Time is not permitted for hair done in studio (There are plenty of salon options nearby, feel free to reach out for recommendations).
4.
Come prepared with one themed outfit! This could be anything from festive colored lingerie, a cozy sweater and stockings, to a Santa baby suit. Time is not allotted for multiple outfit changes.
But, Christina can I bring in props :) ?
If you would like to bring in a simple item that can be worn like a Santa hat or held during posing like a candy cane, that’s ok.
Please do not bring any elaborate props as these are likely to intrude on your time and take away from all of the beauty that is YOU. Besides, the studio will already be decorated for you!
Please reach out to us here if you are unsure what to wear or bring.
5.
After we are done shooting, hang tight. We will do a brief unedited digital viewing for you to select your final photos. Any album upgrades must be purchased at booking or on the day of your session. All payments are due on or before the day of your shoot.
6.
All orders for mini sessions will be delivered directly to you approximately 2 weeks after your session. Just in time for holiday gifting! If you would prefer to pick up your order in person, please let us know in advance!
Otherwise YOU’VE GOT MAIL! Enjoy the cheerful arrival of the sexiest holiday greeting you’ll ever receive!
Ready to secure your date? Click below to be redirected to our online booking page.
VIP & Returning Clients: Please note we have moved. This mini session event takes place at our newly renovated Scottsdale boudoir studio location.
By appointment only:
7375 E Stetson Dr. Suite #201
Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Bookings & Availability:
Self book online or Call 602-380-8112
To Eat or Not To Eat on The Day of Your Boudoir Photo Shoot | Boudoir Photography in Phoenix, Gilbert, Mesa
Eating 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.
To eat or not to eat?
Before we get too serious and I come off as a total food snob. HA! I just wanted to share this absolutely adsorbs photo taken back when Bella Jade Boudoir was located in Phoenix. We followed NO RULES and this shot was totally taken on the fly! But, I love it! Don’t you?
Ok, now let’s talk food and boudoir. Shall we?
Eating day of!
I'm sure lots of girls are worried about how'll they'll look day of - I know this because I literally just copy and pasted that statement from a member of our boudoir group!
And, the choice or question of what to eat or not eat prior to or during your boudoir shoot comes up time and time again.
I’ts a great question to ask, because I know the pressure to look thin and toned for your session is real! Honestly, even the most confident of confident full figured and fabulous models want to look healthy for their photos. Notice the word healthy? Its important!
I want you to look and feel good before during and after your shoot as much as you do. But, there is a fine line between fasting, dieting, and food deprivation. But that line can start to seem awfully blurry when it comes to having your photo taken especially if you are having your photos taken in lingerie! I GET IT, babe. I really do.
But —
Starving your body of the necessary ENERGY you need to SHOW UP is not the way. Neither is that last minute nervous trip to Jack in the Box to eat away your nerves the night before. Not that I’ve never done it before but all seriousness…
No one benefits from you feeling guilty for eating too much or too little before your boudoir session. Not you, not me, not your body, and not even your photos.
What I’m saying is —
Darling,
Do Eat!
Food is fuel not your enemy. You just have to choose the Right foods. Yes?
My best advice for anyone worried about how eating might effect how they look in their photos — choose clean eating.
Whole fruits and vegetables, nuts, dried fruit, yogurts, and lean meats are a great place to start.
Do you tend to feel bloated after eating? Is it that time of the month? No worries,
here are some foods you can eat the day of your shoot that can help reduce bloating but also keep you fueled and feeling your best:
Lettuce
Strawberries
Bananas
Avocado
Green Tea
Ok Green tea is not a food but it leads me to the next preparation tip!
Do DRINK…
Lots of water. It seems like a given but is often overlooked. And, its so so important to stay hydrated. This is Arizona, after all.
Of course, I know everyone is different and there are plenty more tips and foods that would be an excellent source of fuel for your boudoir shoot. I encourage you to use your own best judgment and look at other resources to find food choices that work best for you!
Have more questions about how to prepare for your upcoming boudoir shoot?
Write them down and be sure to bring them up during your consultation!
Haven’t booked your shoot yet? Contact us here to begin planning your very own Gilbert, Phoenix boudoir session today!