If you are reading this, chances are you are thinking about bridal boudoir! Congratulations on your upcoming (or recent) wedding.
Whether you’re gifting the photos to your partner or keeping them for yourself, boudoir is an empowering experience.
We compiled five popular bridal boudoir ideas that brides love to recreate in our studio.
Ready to be inspired?
1.) TRANSPARENT FABRIC
Using transparent fabric in bridal boudoir creates dreamy photographs.
Think soft, sheer fabrics like chiffon or tulle draped over your body, creating a delicate, almost-floating effect. You can also use lace for a more sensual, textured look. We love to combine fabrics for interesting texture!
If you have your own veil, it can be a perfect addition to the shoot. If you prefer not to use your wedding veil, any white transparent fabric will give you the same look.
2.) BUTTON DOWN WHITE SHIRT
Using your partner’s shirt in bridal boudoir is the most popular set we have in the studio!
The shirt can be worn loosely or styled in different ways, like off the shoulder or buttoned slightly.
For lighting, natural light from a window creates a soft, clean look that highlights the shirt and adds a light feel to the image.
To create a darker mood, use low or controlled lighting to cast shadows and focus on the shirt’s details.
Backlighting can also create a silhouette effect, with the shirt standing out against a softer background, giving the photo depth and contrast.
3.) ADDING PEARLS
Pearls can be a great addition to bridal boudoir, even if you don’t wear them in everyday life.
They can add glamour and texture to photos. Pearls can be used as accessories, like a necklace, bracelet, or draped over the body like pictured above.
Adding pearls to your boudoir session doesn’t require a lot of pieces—sometimes just one or two can make a big impact.
They complement a range of settings and styles, giving a timeless feel to your bridal boudoir photos.
4.) SPICE IT UP
Trying something edgy for bridal boudoir can be a fun way to break from tradition.
Not every set needs to feature lace or follow the light and airy theme commonly associated with bridal boudoir.
Consider experimenting with bold outfits, darker colors, leather, or even some unconventional props.
This adds personality and spice to your collection. They are often a bride’s favorite from the collection!
Whether it’s a fierce pose, an unexpected setting, or edgy accessories, embracing a different style can create striking, powerful images that show a different side of you on your wedding journey.
If you want to dive into more detail, check out our blog on edgy boudoir photography.
Edgy Boudoir Photography
What is edgy boudoir? It can be black leather, ropes, textures, or just the. mood. Edgy boudoir often is photographed in black and white, and creates emotion.
5.) CONSIDER A COUPLE’S SESSION
Adding your partner for a couples session for bridal boudoir is a fun way to have an experience and finished product that tells your love story.
This type of shoot not only creates beautiful artwork but also helps preserve memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
A couples boudoir session can highlight the connection and chemistry between you and your partner, offering a different perspective on your relationship.
These images become timeless treasures, creating a powerful keepsake to look back on for years to come.
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