Alright, disrobing to your most alluring lingerie in the presence of a complete stranger and capturing sensual photos might not align with the typical notion of enjoyment for most people.

I get it.

But a bridal boudoir shoot is an AMAZING wedding gift to your significant other (and to YOURSELF).

Let’s face it. You have likely been cutting carbs and working out to get the perfect wedding bod, so why not celebrate how gorgeous you are just before you walk down the aisle with some amazing boudoir photos.

I know what you are thinking …

I need to lose a little more weight first

I don’t think I would feel comfortable in front of the camera

I am not photogenic. I know I’ll look awkward.

I’m sure you can come up with a million excuses for why you SHOULDN’T do a boudoir session, so here are five reasons you SHOULD consider booking a boudoir shoot — and why you won’t regret it.

Photos are forever.

Consider this:  Beautiful heirloom portraiture will never break.  It doesn’t need batteries.  It won’t go out of style.  It will always fit. It is truly one-of-a-kind — no one else in the world possesses the exact same thing. Can you make the same claim about other items you might be contemplating gifting?

The true gift is YOU.

Amidst the whirlwind of a wedding day — through the flowers, the hair and makeup, the attire, the music and the guest list — the real meaning of the day is that the two of you are joining your lives together, and that’s the most important gift you can give.  When your partner opens these beautiful portraits of you, it’s a reminder of what the day is all about.

An Unforgettable Gift.

Every guy (or gal) wants to have photos of their smokin’ hot wife looking like a Victoria Secret model. Imagine the look on their face when you give them sexy, romantic photos of you. Whether you opt for a custom-designed album or just the digital images (hint : save a few for a surprise “thinking about you” text messages), this is one gift, I promise you they won’t want to return. Gift your boudoir items the night before your wedding so no one else is around, and they won’t be able to wait to see you in the morning.

Get Comfortable in front of the Camera.

A lot of people feel nervous in front of a camera, it’s probably one of the things I hear most from clients. If you are anxious about how you will look in your wedding photos and you haven’t worked with your photographer for an engagement session, a boudoir session is a great way to get comfortable in front of the camera. If you are confident enough to pose in underwear (You will be by the end of your boudoir session, I promise), you are guaranteed to feel comfortable posing in your gorgeous wedding gown. A boudoir shoot is a great way to increase your self-confidence before your wedding and to help you feel more confident and comfortable in your own skin. This is something we could all use more of every day, but during the stress and nerves of wedding planning, a little extra confidence can be just the boost you need.

You are perfect how you are.

We are our own worst critic, and sometimes all we see are the “flaws” we think we have. But I promise you, the people who love you the most think you are pretty amazing and perfect as you are. So instead of worrying about losing a few more pounds or the flab on your arm, capture your perfect body how it is right now.

Bridal boudoir is so much more than a sexy photo shoot. It’s a chance to liberate and empower yourself, to recognize your own beauty, and to make the time before your wedding a little less stressful… all with an amazing gift you can give your partner that will last forever.  We always say, the photos are for them, but the experience is for you.

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