How to Choose the Perfect Lingerie for Your Boudoir Photography Session 

Wearing the right lingerie to your Boudoir photography session is the difference between feeling uncomfortable and insecure or confident, comfortable, and sexy. The perfect lingerie will enhance your natural features and showcase your personal style. Here is a guide to help you determine what lingerie is the right fit for you and your session’s aesthetic. 

Understanding Your Body Type 

Identify Your Body Type 

Understanding your body shape is the first step in choosing lingerie for your Boudoir photography session that flatters and enhances your figure. Here’s a brief overview of common body types and the lingerie styles that work best for each: 

1. Hourglass 

If you have an hourglass figure, you’ll want to choose lingerie pieces that accentuate your natural curves. A few starting points are corsets, bustiers, and high-waisted panties. These items showcase your waist and allow your stunning figure to shine.  

2. Pear 

If you have a pear-shaped figure, choose lingerie pieces that showcase your upper body, such as lace bras or intricate tops. Pair these with simple bottoms to produce a balanced look that illuminates your upper body and compliments your entire body!  

3. Apple 

If your body shape is an “apple,” I recommend choosing lingerie that is balanced, drawing attention to both your upper and lower body. I would recommend high-waisted bottoms, which add shape, and choosing a well-fitting bra with an underwire will compliment your figure.  

4. Rectangle   

If you have a rectangular body, choose lingerie that draws attention to your waistline. Now, if you know me, you know that I am not typically a fan of low-waisted panties. But this is an exception to that rule. If you have a rectangular figure, I would recommend a longline bra or a bustier or corset that reaches your waist or just below. These pair beautifully with low-rise panties. A longline bra will help create the illusion of a defined-waistline.  

5. Inverted Triangle also known as The Strawberry 

If your figure is an inverted triangle, I would recommend sticking to a simpler bra or a plunge bra, that creates more shape. Choose lingerie that draws attention to your hips, whether this is due to the piece cinching at the waist or the style or fabric’s pattern.  

Choosing the Right Style for your Boudoir Photography Session

Lace Lingerie: A Boudoir Photography Session Classic

1. Elegant and Classic 

Lace lingerie is and will always be a classic choice, and a reliable one. It is delicate and has an air of romance to it. So, if you don’t know what to bring, this is always a safe choice. But there are so many other appealing options for your Boudoir photography session.   

2. Sheer and Flirty 

Sheer lace pieces take a playful or flirtatious approach to a different level. For example, a lace camisole or bodysuit provide coverage while seductively hinting at what’s underneath. Most lingerie styles have sheer options.  

Corsets and Bustiers: These have regained popularity lately

1. Structured and Shaping 

Corsets and bustiers are perfect for providing support and enhancing your curves, making them ideal for a bold and dramatic boudoir look. Often bustiers and corsets are adjustable, which is perfect, so you can customize its fit to your body. 

2. Adjustable Fit 

Choose corsets and bustiers with adjustable laces or hooks to ensure you achieve the perfect shape and comfort. A well-fitted corset or bustier can transform your figure and add a touch of glamour to your photos. 

Teddy and Bodysuits: One of my Boudoir Photography Session Favorites’

1. Versatile and Stylish 

A teddy, also known as a bodysuit, is a one-piece that is often intricately designed, but comes in a number of styles and fabrics. Bodysuits are a fantastic choice for your Boudoir photography session; they come in so many different designs, you’ll be able to choose what look you are after, whether that be a sheer bodysuit or an embroidered bodysuit. Your piece could be as playful or elegant as you want.  

2. Comfort and Coverage 

Choose teddies or bodysuits made from comfortable fabrics with flattering designs. Look for designs that offer coverage while highlighting your figure, ensuring you feel confident and beautiful during your session. 

Selecting Fabrics and Materials for your Boudoir Photography Session

Silk and Satin: Add an Air of Elegance to your Boudoir Photography Session

1. Luxurious Feel 

If you are after an elegant look for your boudoir photographs, silk and satin are an amazing choice. These are luxurious fabrics that add a sophistication to your boudoir photographs. 

2. Flowing and Feminine  

Silk and satin lingerie is often looser, creating a softer, feminine energy that builds on your natural beauty.

Cotton/Stretch Fabrics 

1. Comfort and Breathability 

Cotton and most stretchy fabrics offer more comfortability or breathability, which makes them perfect for anybody who strives for comfort during their Boudoir photography session.   

2. Everyday Wear  

One of the beauties of buying cotton or other stretchy fabrics, is that it can be used more frequently outside of your Boudoir photography session, making it more practical.  

Choosing Colors and Patterns for your Boudoir Photography Session

Neutrals: A Classic, Reliable Option for your Boudoir Photography Session

1. Black and White 

Black and white lingerie are classic colors that compliment any studio space. These colors compliment all bodies, and are not distracting thus they do not detract from your beauty.  

2. Nude and Beige  

Nude and beige lingerie offers a more subtle and natural visual. These colors blend well with various skin tones and provide a more understated yet alluring option for your boudoir photographs. 

Bold and Vibrant Colors 

 1. Red and Deep Hues   

Bold colors like red, burgundy, and navy can add a dramatic touch to your Boudoir photography session. These vibrant, vivid colors are perfect if you are hoping to make a statement.   

2. Pastels and Soft Shades 

Pastel colors add a softer, more romantic look to your boudoir photographs. They are perfect for creating a delicate, dreamy atmosphere in your photographs.  

Accessorizing Your Lingerie 

Stockings and Garter Belts 

1. Elegant Addition 

Stockings and garter belts are classic accessories that add an extra layer of elegance and allure, creating a cohesive and polished look. 

2. Different Styles  

Stockings comes in various styles, including thigh-high stockings or full-length options, depending on the look you want to achieve in your Boudoir photography session. Make sure they fit comfortably and enhance your overall outfit. 

Jewelry and Other Accessories 

I would suggest simple jewelry that compliments your lingerie. Over-the-top jewelry will detract from your outfit rather than compliment the lingerie or outfits you’ve chosen.    

Final Tips for Choosing Lingerie 

Prioritize Comfortable Lingerie & Outfits 

Your comfort level should be the number one priority when choosing your lingerie pieces for your Boudoir photography session. If you find the material irritating or if your lingerie does not fit properly, it will be annoying to constantly adjust or it will make you feel extremely uncomfortable during the session. Inevitably, this will affect your confidence. So, to make sure it fits well, try each piece on before your session. 

To Conclude

To choose the perfect lingerie for your Boudoir photography session, make sure you are selecting pieces that are comfortable, compliment your body type, and make you feel confident. There is no right or wrong choice, so choose helps you embrace your inner badass.  

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