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What Do I Wear For My Boudoir Session?? ::: Orange County Boudoir ::: Grace and Lace Boudoir
Our favorite question is "what do I wear for my shoot?" The answer to this depends on the mood you are trying to convey - some clients like to bare it all and some are more conservative. Think about the mood you want for your session - are you looking to spice it up or are you looking to keep it playfully seductive? Maybe you want both? The key is finding lingerie that fits your style and that is a good fit to show off your beautiful shape!
Don't worry about bringing in too many options, we will help you narrow down your wardrobe choices while you're sitting in hair & makeup. We select up to 4 different outfits and choose shoes, jewelry, and any props you brought.
Ideas for wardrobe:
Corsets, stockings, and heels are great for shaping and accentuating the body and breast.
Cut Off tank tops and crop tops are great for showing a toned midsection and can help give an "edgier" look
Garter belts and stockings are perfect to make any outfit a little bit sexier. Don’t worry about knowing how to fasten them, we’ll help you if you need it!
Bra and panty sets are classic. Choose a softer cup with a color that is flattering to your skin tone. Push up bras can gap if you're laying down or it's not sized correctly, so get your bra professionally fitted before your session.
Topless with just panties - High Waist, Cheeky, or Thongs look amazing.
A man's dress shirt can be sexy, but if you find it is too big for you, find one that is closer to your size.
Long necklaces with jeans or cut off shorts
Bodysuits and teddies are designed to look much like a one-piece swimsuit and therefore will cover your midsection. The amount of coverage provided by a teddy can vary from thong to brief, sheer to opaque, triangle to underwire. A teddy with underwire will help if you're looking for a little lift for the girls but also want to minimize your tummy area.
Waist cinchers/pasties/harness bras/fishnet tights are all great if you are looking to have a spicier session.
A white sheet (we'll provide that!) Less is more and it's also one less thing you have to think about bringing.
If you and/or your significant other are sports fans, bring in a jersey. Jerseys that are made for women are much more flattering.
A cardigan/sweater is great if you are going for a fall/winter cozy look.
A tank top and panties will give a much more casual, relaxed vibe.
Consider going fully nude -this may sound intimidating but sometimes this is where you'll learn to love yourself completely.
Don’t forget to bring some killer high heels! Nude heels can go with many outfit choices. Black heels are a MUST. However, anything strappy, studded or with bling is great. The higher the better. Try to stay away from platform and wedges for your shoot - they can shorten the look of your legs.
Baby Dolls are NOT recommended as they tend to hide your figure and make you look boxy. They don't photograph as well as they look in person, unfortunately.
Confidence and a smile.
A list of our fave places to shop:
Yandy www.yandy.com
Hips & Curves www.hipsandcurves.com
Forever 21 www.forever21.com
H&M www.hm.com
Adore Me www.adoreme.com
Journelle www.journelle.com
Victoria's Secret www.victoriassecret.com
True & Co www.trueandco.com
Naja www.naja.co
Honey Birdette www.honeybirdette.com
The best choice you can make
Miss T is a woman full of life & faith, a woman who has had her fair share of struggles in life but it hasn't stopped her or even slowed her down. The instant we met her, we INSTANTLY liked her; she gave an air of gentleness and kindness. We loved having her in the studio and I loved her curves and how she owned them!
In her own words, here's what she had to say about her experience ...
“Hands down I had such a great experience doing my photo shoot with Jen and Sarah. I was nervous before getting there. Once I was there both Jen and Sarah made me feel so comfortable that I enjoyed every minute and did not worry about anything else. My makeup was done so beautifully. I felt like the most beautiful woman in the world. I will say my self confidence has improved greatly. When I went back to view my photos, all I could think and say was “WOW” is that me! This was one of the best choices that I made. Complete satisfaction with every step of the process. Jen and Sarah defiantly (sp) know what they are doing and are very good at their job.”
Where to shop (online) ::: Orange County Boudoir
We’re often asked by our clients for our opinions on where to shop. Clients say things like, "what should I bring?" or "I'm a curvy girl, where can I get stuff for my body shape?" There are, of course, the obvious places like Victoria’s Secret and Frederick’s, but we want to appeal to the less obvious choices. You’ll see, too, that buying lingerie doesn’t have to break the bank. You can spend a lot or you can spend very little and still have amazing outfits and even better … amazing photos of you in those outfits. No need to overthink the wardrobe.
First up is:
There are, seriously, so many options on this site! And they have some amazing sale prices, too. Some of the pictures they use on the site can be a bit much, though, but don’t let that deter you. They offer a ton of options from modest to downright risqué and they have varying sizes. I love going shopping on this site!
An amazing site for curvy women. They have some really beautiful pieces here and their prices fall in line with Victoria’s Secret.
Another amazing site for curvy women. They focus on sizes 12-6x and their prices are very reasonable.
This one is a bit more on the pricey side but man, oh man, do they have some drool worthy, gorgeous pieces. But hey, how often do we really get to splurge on ourselves? ;)
Oh, yes! We can’t even tell you how many times our clients have come in with pieces we’ve drooled over and found out those pieces are from Forever 21. And usually they get them for $20 or less. Sometimes, you just have to think outside the box. Same goes for H&M. They have some cute stuff, too
We love what we see on Asos. So many beautiful options to choose from. Their prices range, too, so some of the pieces are really affordable and some are definitely a bit of a splurge.
There's not a huge selection on this site, but what they do have is super cute. I love their strappy bralettes. Their prices are very affordable, too.
Lots of handmade lingerie, most of them super adorable. They range in their prices though, depending on the seller.
This is a lingerie subscription box but they do have some really pretty pieces here. And they do have a wide range of sizes which is definitely a plus. And they offer BOGO’s pretty often, so another plus. But you’ll have to remember to either cancel your subscription or skip the month so that you’re not charged $39.95, unless you’d like to pick up a new set every month – more power to you!
And if pinup is more your style, check out Pinup Girl Clothing and Unique Vintage.
Also, don’t forget about your department stores. Macy’s, Nordstrom’s, Nordstrom Rack, etc.
Well, there it is, our short list. Have fun shopping! And after you’re done shopping, schedule your boudoir session with us. We’ll help you show off your new pieces!