50+ Five-Star Yelp Reviews: Real Women Talk About Chicago Boudoir Photography (Winnetka, IL)
50+ Five-Star Yelp Reviews: Why Women Choose Chicago Boudoir Photography
Choosing a boudoir photographer is a little different from choosing someone to take your family photos.
You’re trusting a photographer to capture you at your most vulnerable. You might be wearing lingerie. You might be showing more skin than you ever have in front of a camera. And there’s a pretty good chance you’re going to walk into the studio feeling at least a little nervous.
So how do you choose the right boudoir photographer?
Start with the reviews.
Chicago Boudoir Photography has earned 50+ five-star reviews on Yelp from women who have actually stepped in front of our camera.
And while we’re incredibly proud of those five stars, what matters most is what those reviews represent: real women who trusted us with their boudoir experience.
Why Reviews Matter When Choosing a Boudoir Photographer
You can learn a lot from a photographer’s website and portfolio.
You can see whether you like their photography style. You can look at their studio. You can read about what’s included in a session.
But there’s one important thing a portfolio can’t show you:
What does it actually feel like to be photographed there?
That’s where reviews come in.
When you’re considering a boudoir photoshoot, you want to know whether other women felt comfortable. Were they given plenty of direction? Did they have fun? Did they feel respected? Did they love their photos?
Our 50+ five-star Yelp reviews give potential clients the chance to hear about the Chicago Boudoir Photography experience from women who have already done it.
“I never really thought about having a boudoir shoot until an ad popped up on my instagram page, and I am SO glad it did. If anyone has any doubts or concerns about your upcoming shoots with Liz (or if you haven’t booked yet) I am here to tell you to toss all those negative thoughts away! She truly masters her craft and shares a lovely talent with everyone she encounters
I felt comfortable and beautiful every step of the way. I’ve got a big pep in my step since my shoot and I can only see that carrying over into my day-to-day life as I learn to love my body in all phases of life
Not to mention... I got my photos back the NEXT day & I am beyond excited to A) gift these to my partner for Christmas/his birthday, but also B) look back at these and remember how sexy and elegant I can be.
I truly want to thank Liz and her glam artist, Rosie, for igniting my confidence on a random Monday in December. You two absolutely exceeded my expectations. I will absolutely be coming back for my most special of occasions to trust you both again and again.”
A Luxe Commercial Boudoir Studio in Winnetka, Illinois
Where you have your boudoir photoshoot matters.
Chicago Boudoir Photography operates out of a luxe commercial studio in Winnetka, Illinois, on Chicago’s North Shore (about 40 minutes north of the Loop).
This isn't someone's spare bedroom or basement converted into a temporary photography space. Our studio is a professional space designed specifically to give our clients a beautiful, comfortable and private boudoir experience.
From professional hair and makeup to your photoshoot and image viewing, your experience takes place in a space created with boudoir clients in mind.
You get to relax, settle in and enjoy the experience.
100% Female Staff
We also know that who is in the room matters.
Chicago Boudoir Photography has a 100% female staff.
From your professional hair and makeup to your photoshoot to your image retouching, your boudoir experience will be with women.
Our goal is to create an environment where you can relax, have fun and feel completely comfortable being yourself.
Your Boudoir Photos Are Private
This is one of the most important things we want potential clients to know:
You do NOT have to share your boudoir photos.
We absolutely love showing off our clients and celebrating their gorgeous images, but we only share images when we have full written permission to do so.
If you want your boudoir photographs to remain completely private, they remain private. Period.
Your images do not have to appear on our website, social media, advertising or anywhere else.
So if you've looked through our portfolio and thought, I could never have pictures like that posted online, don't let that stop you from booking a session.
You can have the photos without sharing them with anyone.
“I'm So Nervous!”
If you're nervous about doing a boudoir photoshoot, you are in very good company.
Most women are.
You might be worried that you won't know how to pose. Maybe you don't love having your picture taken. Maybe you're wondering whether you'll feel awkward or self-conscious.
You do not have to walk into our studio feeling completely confident.
We'll guide you through the entire experience so you're never standing in front of the camera wondering, “What am I supposed to do now?”
You Don't Need to Know How to Pose
You don't need to practice beforehand, and you definitely don't need modeling experience.
We've photographed more than 2,000 women, and posing is a huge part of what we do.
We'll guide you through everything, including how to position your legs, where to put your hands, how to arch, where to look and even what to do with your facial expression.
Your job is to show up. Our job is to make you look incredible.
“I cannot express how AMAZING my boudoir shoot was with Liz. Her professionalism made me feel extremely comfortable and confident during my shoot. She is an amazing artist and I am blown away by the way my photos turned it. This was truly an unforgettable experience and I will cherish these photos for my lifetime! If you have any doubts, I assure you that this experience is completely worth it! I will be referring all my friends to Liz!”
Professional Hair and Makeup Starts the Experience
Your boudoir experience begins before we ever pick up the camera.
You'll start with professional hair and makeup right here at our Winnetka studio.
Want to look natural and polished? Perfect. Want to go full glam? We can do that too.
Professional airbrush foundation and faux lashes are included, and your look is customized to you.
Hair and makeup also gives you time to settle in, relax and get comfortable before your photoshoot begins. By the time we start shooting, you've already had a chance to breathe and enjoy being pampered for a while.
You Don't Have to Change Your Body First
“I want to do a boudoir shoot, but I want to lose weight first.”
We hear versions of this all the time.
But you don't have to lose ten pounds before you book.
You don't need to be more toned.
You don't need to wait until you feel completely confident about your stomach, thighs, arms or anything else.
And you definitely don't need to be 25 years old.
Chicago Boudoir Photography photographs women of different ages, sizes and body types. We’ve photographed women in the 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s!
Boudoir isn't something you earn after changing your body. It's something you can do to celebrate YOU, just as you are.
“A boudoir shoot is something I never imagined I would do. I don’t consider myself the sexy type. But, when I won a photo shoot with Liz in a raffle I thought, “why not?” She took into consideration my requests and still gently push me outside of my comfort zone. I really appreciated her helping me pick out an outfit, interest in me as a an individual, her genuine compliments and professional eye. Thanks, Liz!”
Your Boudoir Session Should Feel Like You
There is no single formula for a boudoir photoshoot.
Some women want soft, romantic images. Some want glamorous. Some want playful. Some want bold, sexy photographs that make them say, “WHOA! That's ME.”
And your wardrobe can be just as individual.
Bring lingerie you love. Bring a bodysuit, an oversized sweater, a favorite jacket or a simple white button-down. You can also bring thigh-highs, heels, jewelry or an accessory that is meaningful to you.
You can choose how much or how little skin you want to show, too. Your comfort level always matters.
Not sure what kind of boudoir style feels most like you? That's exactly why I created my free Boudoir Style Quiz! Answer a few fun questions and discover whether your style is more Romantic, Flirty, Sugar & Spice, Sporty, Fierce or Retro.
It's a fun place to start if you're trying to figure out what you want your photos to look and feel like before your session!
Boudoir Isn't Just a Gift for Someone Else
Yes, boudoir photographs make an incredible gift for a partner.
But you absolutely do not need a significant other or special occasion to book a boudoir photoshoot.
Some women book to celebrate a birthday or anniversary.
Some book after reaching a milestone.
Some book after going through a major life change.
And some book for no reason other than, “I've always wanted to do this.”
That's reason enough.
In fact, some of our favorite sessions are the ones women book entirely for themselves.
You Get to See Your Images the Same Day
One of the most exciting parts of your boudoir experience happens after the photoshoot.
You get to see your images the same day.
There's something pretty amazing about watching someone who arrived saying, “I hate pictures of myself,” see her boudoir photographs for the first time.
You'll choose the images you love and decide how you'd like to enjoy them, whether that's digitally, in a beautiful album, as wall art or through another finished product.
And you won't be waiting months to get them.
Our turnaround time is fast: digital images are typically ready within 5–7 business days, and albums are in your hands within 4-6 weeks.
We know you're excited to see and enjoy your finished images, so we don't believe in making you wait forever to get them.
More Than 50 Five-Star Reviews on Yelp
We can tell you that you'll be guided through every pose.
We can tell you that you don't need modeling experience.
We can tell you that your images can remain completely private.
We can tell you that our staff is 100% female, that you'll be photographed in a luxe commercial studio and that women regularly walk through our doors nervous and leave feeling completely different.
But you shouldn't have to take our word for it.
That's why we're so proud to have more than 50 five-star reviews on Yelp.
Those reviews come from women who were once exactly where you are now: researching Chicago boudoir photographers, looking through portfolios, reading reviews and wondering whether they should actually book the session.
They took the leap. And more than 50 of them took the time afterward to share a five-star experience on Yelp.
Read more reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, Google and Facebook
In addition to more than 170 five-star Google reviews, Chicago Boudoir Photography has received five-star real client reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, Yelp and Facebook:
The Knot
WeddingWire
Google
Facebook
A luxury boudoir experience in the Chicago area
Chicago Boudoir Photography offers a full-service boudoir experience at our private commercial studio in Winnetka, just north of Chicago (studio address: 896 Green Bay Rd Suite 12 Winnetka IL).
Your experience includes professional hair and makeup, expert posing guidance throughout your session and professional retouching. After your shoot, you'll have the opportunity to see your images and choose your favorites.
Our clients come from throughout Chicago, the North Shore and the surrounding suburbs, including Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Glenview, Northbrook, Hinsdale, St. Charles, Naperville and beyond.
Some travel even farther from Wisconsin and Indiana.
And whether you're coming in for bridal boudoir, celebrating a milestone birthday, creating a gift for your partner or doing something completely for yourself, our goal is the same: We want you to leave our studio feeling incredible and knowing you are WORTH IT!
“Liz was SO AMAZING to work with!! I was very nervous coming into this and she did such a great job making me feel comfortable. Not to mention...the pictures turned out gorgeous!! Her studio is beautiful and the perfect spot for a boudoir shoot. I would highly recommend Liz to anyone who is considering a boudoir photographer.”
Is It Your Turn to Book a Chicago Boudoir Photoshoot?
If you've been scrolling through boudoir photos and thinking, “I could never do that” … we'd love the opportunity to show you that you absolutely can!
You don't need to know how to pose. You don't need to lose weight first. You don't need to be a certain age or have a certain body type. And you don't need to agree to share a single image from your session.
You'll have a 100% female team, complete privacy, professional hair and makeup, expert posing guidance, same-day image viewing and a beautiful commercial boudoir studio in Winnetka, Illinois.
With 50+ five-star Yelp reviews and more than 2,000 women photographed, Chicago Boudoir Photography has helped women step outside their comfort zones and see themselves in an entirely new way.
Is it your turn? Check out our portfolio and let’s be in touch!