Valentine's Day Magic ~ Boudoir Photography

    Boudoir photography makes a great gift for your significant other whether its a birthday, anniversary, wedding, or valentines gift. Alot of people wonder what exactly is boudoir photography and I think the definition wavers between each person. However what doesn't change is the strictly intimate nature of the style. Here at Fairytree Photography we believe boudoir photography can be tasteful and elegant while still retaining its sultry appeal, so in that tone we do not do nude boudoir, focusing instead on implied nudity, lingerie, and seductive outfits. Some people feel that it limits the style, we however agree with Sophia Loren, an Italian actress who was still considered an iconic sex symbol well into her seventies! "Sex appeal is fifty percent what you've got, and fifty percent what people think you've got."
     In this vein of thought it becomes clear that a little bit of mystery is appealing. You want your man to be left wondering, thinking, "What does she have on under this sheet...towel...whatever...nothing?" Whether or not you were actually bare skinned underneath your cover up is not important, only that he thinks you were.
     There's plenty to consider when booking a boudoir session, including the place, props, outfits, makeup, and the intended impact besides worrying about whether your pictures will turn out tasteful or not. Are you going to ashamed of your pictures if your mom happens upon the album, will she shocked and/or horrified, or will she smirk and say, "Wow! You look really good! Maybe I should try this!" We are obviously going for the latter here at Fairytree Photography. Your gift will be a subtle seduction not a bold assault on his senses.If however you are still interested in nude photos we will be happy to refer you to a wonderful photographer with whom we work on occasion that can assist you in making your nude  boudoir dreams a reality.

With that in mind we would like to offer you some tips for your Boudoir Photography session
   These are just suggestions, when it comes to your boudoir session its all about you and your photos will show that. We'll work with you to highlight your best features, and make some of your body phobias disappear as well. Tattoos can be hidden, stretch marks, zits, birthmarks, etc, your photos are going to be picture perfect. Imagine the magic memories you'll have to look back on for your shoot and the magic memory you'll be gifting your lover.

•  Water, Water, Everywhere: Drink lots of water the day of and before and use lotion to make your skin look its most supple.
• Beautify: Get your hair and makeup done before hand, either at home or at a professional salon, for an extra fee we can usually arrange a stylist on site if you wish, if you have long hair, considering wearing it down, it makes for an easy extra prop in a pinch
• Look Ma no Lines!: For several hours before your shoot consider forgoing tight clothing, everything from a too tight bra strap to the elastic in your socks can leave marks on your body.
• Pucker Up: Bring the shade you come in for touch-ups and then another color to shake things up
• Nifty Nails: Paint both your fingernails and toenails before coming, alot of women recommend getting a mani-pedi as part of your salon experience before coming to the shoot. When choosing your color think about what image you are trying to project.
•  Bring the Essentials: Black bra and panties...you can bring other colors as well but black is a necessity
• Sky High Heels: The higher the better....you know that pair you bought that you can't even walk in but couldn't bring yourself to take back, bring'em they're about to be in the spotlight
• Boots : High heeled, calf high, knee high, thigh high! There is definitely something sexy about a good pair of boots
• Lingerie: Bring all different styles and types, we'll use as many of them as we can fit in, and don't forget the fish-nets!
• Something of his: A clean pressed button down work/dress shirt of his will look stunning on you, and as an added bonus he will never look at it the same way again or without thinking or you.
• Covering up: A robe for in between shots and as a prop if its pretty enough, a strapless bra or bandeau top, and some boy shorts
• Props: Is there something you think is just super sexy? Or something of special significance to you and your intended? Bring it along, we'll work it into a shot. Also consider your hobbies, pose with your guitar or a cooking apron on for added effect.
• Support: Bring your best girlfriend along for moral support, we are an all female team but a familiar face never hurts when it comes down to getting comfortable in your own skin.