You’ve booked your boudoir session. What happens next?

Your session is booked. Now you might be wondering what to do before the day arrives.

You don’t need a complete makeover or a new level of confidence. A few practical details can help you arrive comfortably and leave more space to enjoy the photographs.

Here’s what I suggest.

Wear something loose and comfortable

For the journey to your session, choose clothes that feel easy to wear.

Tight waistbands, socks, and underwear can leave temporary marks on your skin. A loose dress, relaxed trousers, or an oversized shirt can be useful alternatives.

If you arrive with a few marks, don’t worry. We can take our time.

Give yourself time to rest

Try to leave some breathing room in your schedule before the session.

Rest, water, and a comfortable start to the day can help you feel more settled. You don’t need to follow a special preparation routine.

Avoid last-minute tanning

There’s no need to change your skin tone for the photographs.

If you’re spending time outdoors before the session, take your usual care with the sun. Sunburn can make clothing, movement, and posing uncomfortable.

If that happens, let me know so we can discuss the best way forward.

Check your outfits beforehand

Try everything on and move around in it.

Check straps, fastenings, and anything that might need adjusting. Look for labels that could show through sheer fabric or peek out of a garment.

If a label needs removing, check that you can do so without damaging the clothing.

We’ll review your options together at the session.

Keep grooming choices personal

Body hair is your choice. Hair removal isn’t a requirement for boudoir photography.

If you choose to include it in your preparation, stick to a routine you know and allow time for any usual irritation to settle. Avoid experimenting with something unfamiliar just before the session.

The same applies to your nails: choose a look you enjoy. A professional manicure or pedicure is optional.

Choose hair and makeup that feel like you

Professional hair and makeup can be part of your plans, but they aren’t essential.

If you’re doing your own, try the look beforehand and send me a reference if you’d like my input. We can discuss how it will work with the lighting and the mood of your photographs.

A temporary blemish doesn’t need to become the focus of your preparation. Tell me if there’s something you’re concerned about, and we can discuss how you’d like it handled.

Get familiar with your outfits, without rehearsing a performance

You might find it helpful to spend a little time wearing the clothes you’ve chosen.

Notice what feels comfortable, what you enjoy, and what you’d rather leave out.

There’s no need to practice being someone else. You don’t need to feel completely comfortable with your body before we begin. We’ll work from where you are that day.

Eat before you come

Give yourself time to eat something you enjoy and that sits comfortably with you.

You’ll be moving, changing outfits, and concentrating during the session. Arriving hungry doesn’t make that easier.

Tell me what you need

If you have questions, preferences, or something you’re nervous about, you can share it before the session.

You can also change your mind about an outfit, a pose, or how much you want to show.

Your pace. Your choices. Your limits, every step of the way.

See you at the session

A few nerves are welcome too.

We’ll talk, review your clothes, and start with something simple. I’ll guide you through the photographs, and we’ll leave room to discover what works for you.

You don’t have to push past your boundaries to make the experience worthwhile.