Through years of photographing women, we've learned that the process of a boudoir photoshoot matters just as much as the images you hold in your hand at the end.

Bridal Boudoir is the perfect chance to give yourself some love, appreciation, and pampering in the lead up to your big wedding day. Choosing the perfect outfits (or three!), having your hair and makeup done beforehand, how you feel and the focus you receive during the shoot, really is all about you.

Here are some of the top reasons to prioritize yourself by doing a bridal boudoir photoshoot:

IT’S A CELEBRATION OF YOU

and the right photographer (hi!) will capture your true incredibility from the inside to the outside. Life is busy and much expected of us all – women especially, to be a good friend, a good daughter, and be great at work and in the home, cook wonderful meals, and ensure we don’t go without. Leading into a wedding, soon they’ll be expectations of you as a wife, possibly a mother (if not already), and of course already to throw an amazing wedding.

It’s easy to get caught up in that – but a photoshoot is just for you. That pauses time for a moment. The time before you stood in front of all your loved ones to claim the love you have for another – it’s been said for decades “the last hurrah” – well, why not let that last hurrah be about you, for you, and from you in a bridal boudoir photoshoot?

IT’S THE PERFECT CHANCE FOR SHOPPING AND PAMPERING

We know, you’ve been shopping for lots of things lately, a wedding dress, flowers, a venue, a band, a celebrant… But this is different, we promise.

Lingerie should need no excuse if you ask us, but alas, if you do need one – a boudoir photoshoot is it! Something happens to a woman in lingerie, and I know that because I have seen it happen before my eyes many times before. And hey – it also makes for a perfect break from wedding plans.

I’ve spoken before about what bridal accessory items you can bring along, but here are some other sexy outfit ides to wear for bridal boudoir photoshoot that aren’t necessarily.. bridal:

• Lace items, the contrast of lace against the skin comes up beautifully in photos

• Embroidery on mesh has a similar effect to lace but can also leave more areas of skin on show

• A bodysuit – if you’re not feeling completely comfortable in smaller items of lingerie, a sexy bodysuit is a great way to show off your figure and sensuality without baring all

• A sheer over layer – whether this is a sheer robe, skirt, or overshirt, something that adds another layer and can drape across the body but doesn’t cover too much is a great prop for a boudoir shoot

• Corset – again another way to show shape and form in a modest, sexy way

• Matching bra and undie set – whether it’s a G-string, bikini, or high waisted set, having matching pieces ties them together and will make for beautiful photos

• Lace or satin slip – think sexy night ware that doesn’t cover too much but allows for draping and figure-hugging

• Cutouts and straps – details like cutaway panels and thin straps will help emphasize and draw attention to key areas

• Nude heels – whether you wear these during the photoshoot or use them as props, nude or beige heels (pumps are great) are a top suggestion for us

Below are some links you might find handy when it comes to your shopping:

• Lace Lingerie on ASOS

• Plus Size Lingerie on ASOS

• Dita Von Teese Lingerie Collection at MYERSlips on The Iconic

Colors suitable for a pre-wedding boudoir photoshoot:

• Light blue – we know it right “Something blue” is important when it comes to your wedding day. Light blue also plays well into your bridal photoshoot.

• White – not reserved just for the wedding day, wedding night, and honeymoon – white is perfect for your photoshoot

• Red – red is the color of romance, add some lace and you’ve got the perfect piece for your boudoir photoshoot experience

• Black – especially sexy if you plan on gifting some photos to your partner for a wedding present

MOST IMPORTANTLY, BRIDAL BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHY WILL MAKE YOU FEEL STRONG AND EMPOWERED

Imagine looking back on these professional images 5, 10, 20 years from now remembering fondly who you were at that time, how it felt to be in front of that camera, the confidence you exuded showing your sexiness (and believe me, we are all sexy!) and yourself the love you deserved. A moment captured in time.

This is also why we suggest that boudoir photoshoots can be a great idea for a hen’s party or as a special gift to your bridal party – imagine ALL of you feeling this empowered and sexy before the wedding day. We’d love to see that strut down the aisle!