What to Bring to Your Boudoir Session | Sioux Falls Photographer

Boudoir, Session Advice

the most important thing you need is: yourself.

I’ve built this experience to take the stress off your shoulders. From the moment you walk through the door, you’ll get pampered with professional hair and makeup by one of my trusted artists. They know exactly how to style you so that your features pop beautifully in photos & editing style. All you need to do is show up with a fresh face, and a willingness to explore the experience. I’ll handle the rest.

There’s one part of the experience I get a lot of questions about when my clients ask what to bring to your boudoir session.

And that is: the client closet. With over 300 pieces ranging from size XS to 6X, there’s something for everyone. Whether you love lace, strappy details, or something timeless and understated, you’ll find plenty of options to try on. I pull pieces I think you’ll like to style you as your getting pampered, and then you try on pieces and see what you like the most!

Of course, you’re more than welcome to bring your own pieces, too. Sometimes a favorite set of lingerie just feels you. Or maybe you want to bring something sentimental…. think: a veil for my brides, your partner’s button-up shirt, or even a meaningful piece of jewelry. Those little touches can make your photos feel that much more personal, and I’m always excited to see you add those touches to your session.

Okay, you know I’m a practical girly. So here are a few practical things I recommend ahead of your session:

Stay hydrated and try to get plenty of rest the days before (your skin will thank you!!)
Skip spray tans right before your shoot: those fresh tones don’t always photograph well. Schedule those out a little bit!
Bring an open mind. It’s totally normal to feel a little nervous, but I promise that’s part of the process. Once we start, the nerves melt away and you’ll be surprised at how natural it feels.

So when asking yourself, what to bring to your boudoir session, consider this your invitation to keep it simple.

Yourself.
A willingness to trust the process.
And maybe a couple of personal touches if they feel right.

I’ll guide you through the rest.

By the time you leave, you’ll not only have gorgeous photos, but also the high of an empowering experience that’s all about celebrating you. It’ll change the way you see yourself in the world, which will change your life.

Hear what one of my recent clients had to say after her session:

10/10 recommend a session with Emma! This is my second session and I once again had an absolute blast! Emma makes you feel so confident and comfortable ♥️ I can’t wait to do another one someday ♥️ of your considering it just do it it’s well worth it ♥️♥️
After looking at my pictures with Emma I am so in love with them along with the print that came with the package I selected so worth it ♥️ thank you so much Emma!!! I can’t wait to come back again someday 🙂

Here are her photos! (And yes, some of these pieces are from the client closet!!)