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Preparing outfits for one person can be challenging, so what more when there are two of you?
We’re listing what a couple should consider wearing for a boudoir experience as well as styling tips to help you prepare for your time in front of the camera.
Couple’s boudoir photography focuses on showing the intimacy between lovers. While I’m here to capture your love and connection, you should feel comfortable with your clothing choices. As a professional boudoir photographer, I guide clients to plan boudoir outfits that allow them to express their personality and vibe of their dream session.
Why Should Couples Do a Boudoir Session?
Create a Special Atmosphere
sensual yet relaxed environment
For some people, a boudoir shoot may seem to be an unconventional way to take couples’ portraits. Meanwhile, other couples are more adventurous and willing to try a different approach to collecting pictures of themselves.
Focus on Each Other
showcase raw emotions
Couples can get busy every day. There’s too much time spent on work, household chores, and other responsibilities. Sometimes, couples forget to allot time to focus on each other. We’ve all been there, haven’t we?!
Celebrate Special Moments
gratitude for your partner
Celebrating an important moment is among the most popular reasons couples book boudoir photoshoots. It can be your birthday, engagement, or wedding anniversary.
It can also mean celebrating your growth as a couple.
The simplest way to style a boudoir wardrobe for couples is to stick with casual clothing or bedroom-specific that you can easily find in your closet. However, you can also glam up using fancy clothes or complementary outfits to create more of a storyline.
The outfits you choose should help you bring out the vibe you two share. Think of it this way—dress like you’re going to the same party. Dress it up for a night-on-the-town vibe or dress it down for a casual homey vibe.
Boudoir photography is about embracing your body
Keep It Simple and Casual
Simplicity is the key for couples to shine in boudoir photos. Closet staples such full button-up shirts allow you to grip something seductively or undress each other.
While your outfits will add texture and story to your images, the primary focus will be on your intimacy and connection. I recommend keeping clothes to a minimum. This will save you time preparing while ensuring your outfits won’t outshine your body language and facial expressions.
Complementary Outfits
Complementary outfits should help make couples look photographed as a whole. The clothing styles and colors shouldn’t clash. Instead, complimentary accents should help add texture and a bit of color to the scene.
For instance, wear pale blue lingerie while your partner has a white shirt. Another example is that both of you wear off-shoulder sweaters paired with lace underwear in contrasting colors.Try to avoid wearing the exact same color density so that there is separation between you two.
Fancy Clothes
A boudoir shoot doesn’t automatically mean you must wear highly revealing clothing. You can choose whatever theme you like for a session, including wearing fancy clothes. Luxury was boudoir photography’s concept in the 1920s and this is a great chance to have a themed shoot.
Go out of your comfort zone
If you and your partner are going into the sessionm to experience something new, it makes sense to use the opportunity to push your boundaries. Try out something you have rarely worn outside your living space. You can confidently go for lingerie and underwear, or choose to wear nothing! There is no judgment or body shaming in a boudoir studio
Men can wear black slacks with only a bow tie (Chippendale’s style!) or an unbuttoned white shirt. Meanwhile, the ladies can wear a deep-V or halter dress that highlights the collarbone. You can also pair this outfit with fishnet stockings and heels for a more seductive look.
Men typically end up going topless during a boudoir photoshoot, but we love layers of clothing so that we can peel back the layers of the onion. However, shirts, jeans, and boxer briefs are must-have clothing pieces for a couple’s boudoir session.
Shirts
A tee shirt is an underrated clothing choice for a boudoir session, yet it’s one of the best things to play with a shirt. You can tug at it or pull it over your head for a seductive pose. Button-up shirt give great peeling back options for storyline.
Jeans
Jeans can look incredibly hot on men when styled correctly. You can have a belt to play with or a zipper to strip down for a playful touch. Make sure they’re not too baggy.
Boxer briefs
Research shows that tight-fitting garments lead to an increased sense of masculinity compared to baggy clothes that hide our body. Boxer shorts are baggy and won’t look flattering, whereas boxer briefs can highlight the buttocks and crotch. Boxer briefs also let you add a bit of a fun pattern or solid color for personality flair.
Can Couples Get Nude for THEIR Boudoir EXPERIENCE?
You may consider going nude for a boudoir photoshoot only if you’re comfortable. There’s generally no need to get naked, which is why you must plan your outfits well.
Final Thoughts for Your Couples Boudoir Experience ....
A couple's boudoirexperience is all about capturing the intimacy and celebrating your unique love story through photos.
For those that are new to boudoir, it’s completely natural to be nervous or shy in front of the camera. But once you get over the initial nervousness or anxiety and embrace the moment with your partner, that’s when the love and affection are captured.