Top 6 Myths About Boudoir Photo Shoots
I’ve been shooting boudoir for several years and I get a lot of questions about what I do (and don’t do!).
Here are six myths about boudoir photography, debunked for you by the Chicago Boudoir Photography studio:
1. Boudoir is Pornography
I hear this one all the time! I’ve even been asked, “Is what you do legal?” Boudoir photography is about empowering women and helping them gain confidence in their own skin. Boudoir photos are about bringing the viewer an emotional response to an artistic portrayal of beauty. In the same way that classical art portraiture isn’t considered pornographic, boudoir photography stands apart. Porn exploits; boudoir empowers. At the Chicago Boudoir Photography studio, we shoot artistic nudes or implied nudity, but not highly erotic imagery.
2. You Need The Perfect Body
If you have a body, it’s perfect for a boudoir photo shoot. There is no ‘right’ type when it comes to boudoir photography. Boudoir is all about loving your one-of-a-kind self. Whether you’re curvy, petite or anywhere in between you’re perfectly poised for a boudoir shoot. Promise!
3. You Need To Do It For Someone Else
While boudoir photos make a great gift, these sessions aren’t exclusively for the benefit of others. Boudoir photography is all about loving what you’re rocking and each photo is about celebrating you. If you think your celebration of self is better when shared with someone, great! If you’re looking at it as a present for yourself, that’s great too!
4. You Need Expensive Lingerie
Some of my favorite spots to grab beautiful lingerie are anything but expensive. If you’re working with a budget (or just want a lot of options at affordable prices), here are some of my favorite places to shop:
Yandy / H&M / Frederick’s of Hollywood / Forever21
Great deals are out there, you just have to find them!
5. You Have To Wear Lingerie
Real talk: you don’t have to wear lingerie during your shoot. Your boudoir shoot is all about y-o-u and what you love. If panties and bralettes aren’t your thing, throw them to the wind. No-lingerie options include: white sheets only, a sexy lacy dress, sports jerseys, or a button down shirt. Our only rules are no live animals, children, or weapons in the studio - anything else is fair game! Check out more examples of what to wear to your boudoir photo shoot HERE.
6. Everyone will see your images online
At the Chicago Boudoir Photography studio, we never share any images without signed permission. Want to keep your images 100% private? No problem. But consider this also - your boudoir images are going to be so beautiful and so classy that you might end up wanting to share them anyway! ;)
Have a myth we didn’t cover or a question about one you heard? Get in touch!
Give me a call/text anytime 312.448.8889 or email me at liz@chicago-boudoir.com
xo Liz