We’ve gone through the consultation and now the hair/makeup artist has taken you from “just woke up” to fabulous! Next up are the outfits! A typical session includes 3 outfit changes – however you can purchase additional outfits/session time if desired.
I highly recommend you bring more than just 3 outfits so we can hang them up, mix & match, and pick the ones that you feel the most confident and sexy in. More than likely, bringing more reduces the unfortunate event of the sudden wish to change your mind once you’re all ready for the photo shoot. I’m a highly indecisive person, so I know that feeling all to well.
Some items you definitely want to remember:
1. The basics: black, nude, and white underwear.
-Nude and white are perfect for those white sheet photos and black is always a classic. Plus these colors will go with any other piece you have with you (babydoll, his shirt, robe, corset, etc.)
2. Heels/Boots/Shoes
-While being barefoot leads to gorgeous, more natural photos, sometimes you want a little bit extra. While we’re on the topic of feet/shoes…make sure your lovely toes and the bottom of your shoes are nice and clean the day of your session in case they show up in photos!
3. Nails
-Don’t forget to give yourself a manicure and pedicure before the session! Neutral colors are best because they compliment without competing against the rest of your beauty. I have a couple bottles of polish on hand – just in case.
4. Let your personality shine through
-Choose outfits, accessories, props, etc. that show who you are – and it’s also fun to pay a little tribute to that man in your life if these photos double as a gift for him! One of my previous clients (who is also a photographer) brought her first film camera to tie in her love of photography, another brought her cowgirl boots. I do have some jewelry in the studio for you to play with as well – the extra long strand of pearls happen to be a favorite of many!
Make sure to check out the What to Wear page! It not only has more ideas than this small blog post, but also has links to some great lingerie shops!
Go ahead and start planning, shopping and dreaming up the perfect session…then contact me and we’ll get you looking and feeling amazing in my studio in no time!
