Boudoir photography seems to bring up two ideas: It is either done as a gift for a partner…or it’s naughty. This is not the case. A boudoir session is an amazing way to show off your beauty and confidence. It’s a great opportunity to express your unique personality, and have a fun, liberating experience. Here are five reasons why you should consider doing a boudoir shoot:

Boudoir photography is empowering

So many of us often struggle with body image and self-confidence, and a boudoir shoot can help boost your self-esteem. It’s an opportunity to celebrate your body, no matter what shape or size you are. You can go all out with styling, makeup, and lingerie. It’s a chance to show off your individual beauty and feel empowered when you see the results.

A session can help document a milestone

Whether it’s a wedding, a special birthday, or just because, a boudoir shoot is a great way to document a milestone in your life. Some choose to use it to document physical metamorphoses that they are proud of–a boudoir session can allow you to take ownership of that change for yourself. You can look back on the photos with pride and reminisce on the special time in your life. That’s a great reason to book boudoir photography.

Boudoir photography is fun and creative

As a photographer, I love photographing boudoir sessions because they are unlike anything else. are a great way to get creative and have fun. You can choose any type of setting, from a studio to a beach. You can also try out different poses, experiment with more dramatic or retro hair and makeup looks, and spice up with unexpected wardrobe pieces. It’s a great way to flex creative muscles in a lot of different ways!

The photos do make great gifts

This is the primary reason for booking this sort of session. Boudoir photography make for a great gift for your partner. It’s a special way to show your love and appreciation for them. You can give them the photos as a surprise or hang them up in your home for them to see every day.

Boudoir photography can create a lasting memory

A boudoir shoot can help you capture memories that you’ll cherish for years to come. You can look back on the photos and remember the moment and the feeling you had when you took them.

Boudoir shoots are an amazing way to celebrate your unique beauty and have a fun, liberating experience. Give yourself the opportunity to express your personality and feel empowered with a boudoir shoot. Want to book boudoir photography with KLP? From time to time, I host boudoir marathon weekends…click here to see when the next weekend will be available!

Kayla Lee is a Minnesota-based wedding and elopement photographer (and handcrafter and designer on the side). She serves elegant, authentic, sentimental couples who not only choose their own adventures, but also live them to the fullest! See more about the KLP Wedding Experience!