STYLE GUIDE
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HEY GORGEOUS!
The purpose of this Style Guide is to help give you an idea of the various types of lingerie there are and what you might like to bring. We'll also go over beauty tips and any questions you may have as you prepare for your session. We've got you covered, so you can focus on feeling excited for your boudoir experience!
At the session, after hair and makeup, we will go through all your outfits. If you are not sure what looks good on you, don't worry! We will definitely help you at the session!
While black, white and red are always a favorite go-to for many women, there are all sorts of other great options to add to your lingerie selection! Take a look at your everyday wardrobe and see what colors you love to wear/make you feel good. Choose any colors that you feel go well with your skin tone, hair color, and most importantly, choose pieces/colors that help you feel like your confident, amazing self!
COLOR
Black never fails to make you look slim and elegant. Darker shades of colors like navy and dark red (wine color) can also help create a slimming illusion
If you like a bold color, avoid mixing it with another bold color in the same outfit, for example avoid wearing a red outfit with blue prints
BRA & PANTY SETS
We always advise on bringing a well-fitted matching bra & panty set! A set in any color that goes well with your skin tone is guaranteed to look great in your photos. Feel free to bring a variety of solids, lace, textures, unlined, push-up, bralette, etc.
For the panty, pick those that has higher cut and more cheeky, instead of coverage
TEDDY / BODYSUIT
We highly recommend bodysuits! Bodysuits are incredibly flattering on ALL body type and photograph really well. Bodysuits are sexy and also provide a bit more coverage than a bra and panty set without sacrificing style. They come in many styles and look great with and without sleeves. Whether you're wanting to show a little or a lot, bodysuits are a great way of making that happen
Depending on your comfort level, you can wear next-to-nothing at all for one of your looks. We don’t capture highly erotic images, but we love shooting partial or implied nudity. We have a white sheet in the studio for your use
NOTHING
Stockings are a great addition to almost any lingerie outfit. Stockings can be worn with or without a garter belt. We recommend all varieties of thigh-highs: black, white, fishnet, lace – you just can’t go wrong. Not a fan? No worries - bare legs look great on camera too!
HOSIERY
NON-LINGERIE OUTFITS
Not all of your pieces need to be lingerie! A few fun items are sweaters that slip off the shoulder, a button up shirt (yours or your partner's) with some panties, a tank top/crop top or a pair of jeans or booty shorts, etc.
ROBE
This is one of our personal favorites! Lace or satin robes never let you down and can be worn with or without anything! They add some classy and effortless vibes to any image
BLAZERS
Another personal favorite! If you mix sexy with powerful, you get a blazer!
ACCESSORIES
We usually recommend to have a simple shoot. Having said that, if there is a piece of jewelry that has a special meaning to you, for example your wedding ring, please bring it
Other things that my clients love to bring sometimes besides jewelry, are hats (wide-brimmed or cowboy), harnesses, body chains and any bondage items you might have (handcuffs, blindfolds etc.) We also have some handcuffs and spread bars available if you are looking for that look
SHOES
You are welcome to bring along any shoes that you might want to wear. Pick heels that are higher than 4 inch for the best results on pictures. Opt for thin-heeled ones instead of chunky
Also have we mentioned high-heeled thigh-high boots?
WHAT WE ADVISE AGAINST
A big part of our job is to give you out honest advice and let you know if something looks flattering on you in pictures. These are the two items that in our experience may not give you the look you are wanting to achieve:
Babydoll: We have come to find out that babydolls are tricky when it comes to being photographed. Since a photograph is 2 dimensional, a lot of times a babydoll would add bulk to your midsection while hiding your natural curves. If you worry about showing your belly in the photos, we can definitely work around it with our posing techniques!
Corset: While corsets cinch your waist and give your chest a lift, oftentimes it can make you look strained and uncomfortable in photos. Again, if you do not want to show your midsection, we can definitely work around that!
MASTER OUTFIT LIST
Below is a summary of the types of lingerie you might like to bring!
Lace or silk robe
Cute booty shorts/tank tops/ tight shirts
Anything fishnet
Ripped/cut/off-shoulder shirt
Oversized sweater
Button-up shirt/his shirt
Body jewelry
A variety of bras and panties
Teddy / Bodysuit (strappy, lace, or covered!)
Thigh high stockings (with or without garters)
Your partner's work uniform or sports T-shirt
A pair of jeans, preferably high waist
Lace bra, high waisted shorts
Leather jacket or a blazer
Nothing at all!