Usually, when a woman approaches the idea of doing a Boudoir Session, it's thought of as a gift for their partner. A wedding or anniversary gift, Valentine's Day, and birthday, etc. Which, don’t get me wrong, it IS the perfect gift,  But the real gift here is for yourself. There is NOTHING wrong with a little self-love. If you do a Boudoir Session for anyone, let it be for you too.

A Boudoir session is FUN- you get to play dress up and be a super model for a day.  You'll feel pampered as you get your hair and makeup done, while sipping champagne. Your favorite music will be playing. You'll really feel like a movie star.

BUT, the best part actually come AFTER your session. From when you see your images the first time, to receiving the finished album, and best fo all getting to relive the whole experience every time you look at your images. You'll see the true beauty in you that you often forget is there.

The boost in self-confidence you'll receive is worth years of therapy, and a lifetime of self-help books. If you don't believe me, here are some more words from just a few of the women I've had the honor to empower recently...

“I loved everything about this experience. It was my first boudoir photo shoot and I was super nervous as I had never done anything like that before. Brittany sat down before the shoot and we talked about the style I was going for. It was a 1st wedding anniversary gift to my husband. I am definitely pretty self-conscious, but she made me feel completely comfortable in my own skin. She made it totally fun! My husband was speechless after I gave him the beautiful book that Brittany put together. He has told me on numerous occasions that it his most beloved possession. Thank you for all your amazing work and for making me feel beautiful!!!” ~ Megan

Who doesn't need a little ego or confidence boost from time to time? This is a way to do it once, but have the results forever. One of my clients recently said-

“I Haven't felt this amazing, empowered And gorgeous in a long time!!! Thank you so much!!!” ~ Kaitlyn”

Want to know more? Email Brittany to start your self-love journey.

“To love is to stop comparing.” – Bernard Grasset


The last thing I want is this blog post to come across as preachy, because girl I STRUGGLE with this! If anything I am preaching to myself as I write this!  Social Media plays a huge role in this as we are constantly scrolling and seeing *what looks like* everyone’s perfect life before us. Even when preparing yourself for this boudoir photography session, you will most likely go to Pinterest for inspiration. Which I encourage you to do, but the problem comes when you look at that inspiration and say, “I like this, but I will never look that (beautiful, skinny, perfect).”


If you don’t hear anything today, but this: Be Real, not Perfect! Celebrate those things that make you who you are, and don’t be afraid to be imperfectly, perfect.


So how do you break this cycle of comparing yourself with others? Here are some tips I’ve found useful at: https://zenhabits.net/lifes-enough-stop-comparing-yourself-to-others/

• Awareness. Most often we do these social comparisons without realizing we’re doing it. It’s a natural act, I suppose, and as a result it’s something that is done without consciousness. So the solution is to become conscious — bring these thoughts to the forefront of your consciousness by being on the lookout for them. If you focus on these thoughts for a few days, it gets much easier with practice, and soon it’ll be hard not to notice.
• Stop yourself. Once you realize you’re doing these comparisons, give yourself a pause. Don’t berate yourself or feel bad — just acknowledge the thought, and gently change focus.
• Count your blessings. A better focus is on what you do have, on what you are already blessed with. Count what you have, not what you don’t. Think about how lucky you are to have what you have, to have the people in your life who care about you, to be alive at all.
• Focus on your strengths. Instead of looking at your weaknesses, ask yourself what your strengths are. Celebrate them! Be proud of them. Don’t brag, but feel good about them and work on using them to your best advantage.
• Be OK with imperfection. No one is perfect — intellectually, we all know that, but emotionally we seem to feel bad when we don’t reach perfection. You aren’t perfect and you never will be. I certainly am not, and I’ve learned to be OK with that. Sure, keep trying to improve, but don’t think you’ll ever be the “perfect person”. If you look at it in a different way, that imperfection is what makes you who you are, you already are perfect.
• Don’t knock others down. Sometimes we try to criticize others just to make ourselves look or feel better. Taking someone else down for your benefit is destructive. It forms an enemy when you could be forming a friend. In the end, that hurts you as well. Instead, try to support others in their success — that will lead to more success on your part.
• Focus on the journey. Don’t focus on how you rank in comparison to others — life is not a competition. It’s a journey. We are all on a journey, to find something, to become something, to learn, to create. That journey has nothing to do with how well other people are doing, or what they have. It has everything to do with what we want to do, and where we want to go. That’s all you need to worry about.
• Learn to love enough. If you always want what others have, you will never have enough. You will always want more. That’s an endless cycle, and it will never lead to happiness. No matter how many clothes you buy, no matter how many houses you own (seven, in the case of one famous candidate), no matter how many fancy cars you acquire … you’ll never have enough. Instead, learn to realize that what you have is already enough. If you have shelter over your head, food on the table, clothes on your back, and people who love you, you are blessed. You have enough. Anything you have over and above that — and let’s admit that all of us reading this blog have more than that — is more than enough. Be good with that, and you’ll find contentment.

I get asked about tanning often and I actually learned about this lesson the hard way. I got a spray tan a few days before a friend’s wedding where I was a bridesmaid. I did all the right things: researched the best places, didn’t go cheap, and followed all the directions. It turned out really well and I thought it looked great….UNTIL I saw her wedding pictures, where I looked like a cheeto next to everyone else. In pictures spray tans come across orange and uneven. Unfortunately, I have had a few clients who also learned this lesson the hard way, so I wanted to do a quick blog post on the subject.

Spray Tans - Even if you spray tan regularly, do not get a spray tan in the days leading to your boudoir shoot. No matter how excellent the tanning solution is or how great it looks in person, it will not come off that way in your images. Spray tans (and other tanning products) are notorious for clinging to drier areas of your skin, like your knees, ankles, and wrists. It also tends to wear off on the hands, feet, and face before the rest of your body, creating a very uneven orangey looking skin tone contrast.  All areas will be highly visible in your photographs, and are typically too contrasting to properly edit and smooth out.

Tanning Beds - Though tanning beds can give you a more natural look, there always tends to be a line or two from laying on the bed that tans inconsistently. Usually around the lower back and booty.

Like everything about boudoir, natural is better. Don’t be afraid to be your true self. A shade lighter won’t hide any of your true beauty!

Choosing your perfect outfits for a boudoir shoot can be a stressful task. I’ve compiled 12 tips to help you pick great outfits for your boudoir photography session so you will be looking amazing and feel sexy for your boudoir session!


1. PICK FLATTERING PIECES
Who browsing the Internet for boudoir photos, you will feel pressure to pick lingerie that is trendy or doesn’t match your personality. Which will often lead to girls picking pieces that don't fit them well in personality or body type. You want to highlight YOUR curves and YOUR personality. The main objective is that YOU feel SEXY.   

2. PICK A VARIETY
Think of ways to have as much variety from the pieces you select as possible. This will give you the most diverse images as a collection, which will give you the most images to select from the session.

3. DON’T BE SCARED OF COLOR
It's very common for clients to feel that they have to bring all black lingerie to their shoots, which removes some of the character that colorful pieces can offer. Black outfits are some of my favorites, but don't shy away from color to add a pop of energy and personality into your outfit.   
4. GRAB A PAIR OF HIGH HEELS
High heels force a posture that will shine in boudoir. These also bring  interesting shots with focus on shoes (so make sure you bring a pair you love!)  personality to the shoot.  Black heels are a must, but don’t be afraid to add a pop of color with your heels too.

5. NEW/BARELY USED IS BEST
Let’s face it shopping for new lingerie is half the fun. That new feeling will help you feel fresh and sexy. Also, you are preserving this look forever in a keepsake that you will look at in 20 years - you want to make sure this experience is tied to the outfit that doesn’t look beat up.

6. PUSH-UP BRAS WORK
If ever there was a time for a little boost it is during a boudoir session. Push-up bras add visual power to almost every pose and will have your chest looking its best.

7. BRING EXTRA BRAS/PANTIES
Having simple and complex bras and panties will offer the most flexibility. I recommend at least a black and nude set. They can be paired together or with any other outfit so that they can add some spice to outfits with a small change. 

8. IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE LINGERIE
Yes, Lingerie is a natural choice for boudoir. However, it isn't the only option for boudoir. Simple outfits such as a button down shirt, robe, oversized sweater and panties can be equally as powerful as lingerie. Find some piece with sentimental value or that you could see yourself wearing during those sexier times in life to spice up your boudoir images.

9. WRINKLE FREE
You want to avoid wrinkles for your outfits. Steam your outfits and bring your clothing to the shoot on hangers and using bags over them to help them stay pristine.

10. CHECK FOR TAGS
Clothing tags may be easily missed on shoot day. I am usually watching for clothing tags during shooting but if it slips through, there are situations where it cannot be edited out. Consider removing these from your outfits to the inside of the piece before you arrive.

11. TRY ON YOUR OUTFITS
You don’t want to find out that your outfit doesn’t fit or has a loose section on the day of the shoot, so try it on before you leave. Loose lingerie or lingerie that is too tight does not lend to making your feel or looking as sexy as you can. The perfect-fitting outfit will highlight your curves and not add detriment to them by creating creases in skin or hanging off of you, especially once you get into some more involved poses.

12. TRUST YOURSELF
Find items that you feel naturally drawn to. A Boudoir sessions is all about YOU. Be honest with what you want. You will feel twice as good on the shoot day when you honestly like your outfit. You want to let your personality shine here,  so being honest with what you like is the best first step in that process.   ​

Do you have a bestie getting married soon, and you’re trying to plan the perfect bachelorette party? It can be a challenge, but we have the perfect solution, book the bride and bridesmaids a boudoir bachelorette party with Haute View Boudoir.

A bachelorette boudoir party is the perfect way to combine getting all dressed up and feeling glamorous with getting some gorgeous photos of yourself and having a blast with your girlfriends in the process! The whole experience is one everyone will enjoy, as much as the bride, and everyone will leave the party with a huge self-esteem and confidence boost.


So what exactly is included in a bachelorette boudoir party?
We start the day off with professional hair and makeup for each woman, relaxing in the chair and sipping champagne. You will sit back and enjoy getting pampered while indulging on chocolate strawberries and listening to some fun music! After each woman is finished in hair and makeup we will head into the private studio room for  45 minute boudoir or beauty session! Each woman can choose between a boudoir or modern beauty session so everyone can work within their own comfort level. Each session can be customized to each woman’s style and comfort level. Our private boudoir studio is also conveniently located on the Southside of Chattanooga within walking distance to the city’s best bars and nightlife, so you can continue the bachelorette party into the night and get double use of your professional hair and make-up.


Ready to party with us?
All you have to do is email me at brittany@lifewithaviewstudio.com to book the date and prepare yourself for a day of pampering and fun! Is there any better gift for your engaged friends than getting to spend the day together drinking, relaxing, and taking turns doing a mini boudoir or beauty sessions.


A Boudoir Party isn’t just great for bachelorette parties, it’s also a perfect way to celebrate a (18+) birthday with your girlfriends or even a divorce.


Boudoir Parties Include:

• Wine and champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, and snacks!
• Professional hair and makeup
• 45 minute sessions per woman
• 15 Fully retouched digital images per woman
• Loads of fun, laughter, great time and a wonderful experience

Email us today for more details and pricing. Groups of 6 or more save 20%.