Looking your best - pre-boudoir shoot tips

Although these are on our website, I thought it might be handy to post these on here as well for anyone who has booked or is considering a boudoir photography shoot in the near future.

Obviously, you want to look your best, and of course we are highly capable of using the right posing, lighting and camera angles to make you look fabulous. But there are a few little tricks you can pull ahead of the shoot to really help give yourself the 'wow' factor.

To help you look your best and get the most from your boudoir shoot, here are a few things to think about before the day:

• Book a spray tan or apply self-tanning lotion (make sure you choose the right tone for your skin)

• Book or undertake a leg/bikini/underarm wax or shave (if waxing, do it at least a few days before)

• Book or give yourself a manicure and/or pedicure, with false nails if you prefer

• Exfoliate and moisturise daily to leave skin silky smooth and glowing

On the day:

• Don’t wear tight fitting underwear or clothing that will leave marks on the skin – ditch the bra to avoid strap marks.

• Moisturise and apply make-up, paying particular attention to the eyes and lips – more is more (think dark and sultry) and fake eyelashes can work wonders!

• Style hair 

Items to bring with you (all optional, we do have a selection to choose from but it is limited):

• Favourite lingerie and basque sets

• Stockings and killer heels

• Silky dressing gown, frilly skirt or anything else you think could be fun!

• A favourite item of your fiancé’s or husbands such as a football/rugby/work shirt

• Favourite jewellery – beads and diamantes work well

• Make-up and hair styling items for last-minute top-ups/adjustments

If you would prefer for a professional make-up artist to complete your look for the shoot, or just fancy treating yourself, this can be arranged.For more details, please e-mail andrea@andreabarrettphotography.co.uk or call Leeds 0113 2575728 or 07889 101343.