7 Reasons You Deserve a Day Off (For Boudoir!)
7 Powerful Reasons to Book a Boudoir Shoot on Your Day Off
Sometimes we hear that the only thing holding a woman back from boudoir is finding some free time. We get it. Our studio is regularly open Monday through Friday. So, this means you might have to figure out PTO, childcare, or put off other errands. It can be hard to justify saving a day off just for yourself.
Our hot take? You deserve a real break! And there is no better way to spend it than at the Chicago Boudoir Studio. Here are 7 reasons why.
1) You Don’t Have to “Earn” Rest
Women are often raised to believe that rest needs to be earned. That said, “earning” rest is a moving target. There will always be a way to be more productive because there will always be more work to do.
It’s time to ditch the myth. You don’t need to do anything to claim the rest you need. Rest is your right. Own it and schedule that day off!
2) Breaks = More Productivity
If you’re still having a hard time resting just to rest (we’ve all been there), consider your productivity. When we take breaks, we perform better. That goes for every part of life. A rested you is a better colleague, partner, parent, and friend.
And no, a day off to visit the dentist is not a real break. Your brain needs fun! Maybe we are bias, but nothing is more fun than spending the day getting pampered for a boudoir photoshoot. Sit back, relax, and let our professional stylists get you camera ready.
3) You Can Take a Day Off Just For YOU!
Have you ever noticed that women rarely take a day off that is 100% for themselves? Either you’re running the kids to the doctor, visiting family, or some other errand. Sometimes this can be a good time; sometimes not so much. Either way, it’s not your day.
At the Chicago Boudoir Studio, your session is all about you. Literally. Each session fee comes with 4 hours of exclusive studio time. AKA you are the only person having photos taken during your appointment, our supermodel for the day!
4) Your Mental Health Matters
We are in a burnout epidemic. Our culture wants us to work, work, and work some more. It doesn’t take a scientist to know how this stresses us out. Taking a break can defend you and your body against the exhaustion of burnout. In fact, studies continue to show how intentional self-care reduces stress and improves overall well-being — which is exactly why so many women ask, Can a boudoir shoot help you manage stress?. Spoiler Alert! YES! Boudoir can be a fun and restorative break!
5) Boudoir Builds Genuine Confidence
When it comes down to it, confidence is self-acceptance. It is the process of learning who you are and trusting what you find. Everyone needs a confidence boost now and again –especially when it comes to your body image.
Boudoir is uniquely set-up to help you embrace your unique body. No matter how long it’s been since you’ve looked at your whole body, you’ll walk away knowing that you are art.
6) Your Photos are a Real Investment
As the fabulous Moira Rose once said,
“Take a thousand naked pictures of yourself now…because one day you will look at those photos with much kinder eyes and say dear God, I was a beautiful thing.”
Boudoir is more than just sexy photos (though you will look FABULOUS!). The real gift is celebrating your body as it is right now. That has ripple effects and eventually choosing yourself becomes habit. It is a true act of self love for you and your future self.
7) You Don’t Owe Anyone an Explanation
Sure, you probably need to tell you boss why you’re taking the day off. In our experience, “I need a personal day” is all you need to say. You DON’T owe anyone an explanation about choosing to do a boudoir photoshoot. In fact, you don’t need to tell anyone you’re coming into the studio at all.
At the end of the day, you should take a day off to do a boudoir photoshoot because you want to do it. No other reason really matters. That is the beauty of boudoir! It’s something that simply celebrates you.