1. A Winter Sun Break

2. An iPhone 15

3. A Boudoir photoshoot

Boudoir photography continues to grow in popularity year after year.

As excited as women are to try boudoir, one of the first questions for almost everyone (and rightly so) is how much does a GOOD Boudoir photo shoot cost?

This is a natural thing to ask, and today we're going to take a look at the mysterious world of boudoir pricing and what you should expect to spend on a successful (and quality) boudoir session.

Are you a Yorkshire woman considering a boudoir photoshoot? Our latest blog article offers five top tips to help you shop smarter for a boudoir photographer. From researching local options to discussing wardrobe choices, discover how to make the most of your boudoir experience.

We often get asked what outfits to bring to the session by our new clients.

We then list the outfits that seem to always work for boudoir and then we suggest that they should also bring a stretchy wool jumper to the shoot and you can hear the jaws drop to the floor at the other end of the phone.

A jumper? How could that be as sexy as lingerie? We’ll trust us when we say… They are.

It can be worn in so many ways, you can wear a sweater off the shoulder, lift it up to get the rare under-boob look or use it to hide areas that someone might be self conscious about. Open weave, real wool sweaters are best to allow that tantalising ‘peek a boo’ sexiness and the bigger and stretchier the better. (Also, try and stay clear of patterns. Plain and simple but great quality jumpers are an investment and so worth the extra)

Even a cardigan has its place among other Boudoir essentials. A cardigan with buttons, that you can unbutton and button back up….. seriously, what could be sexier? Sleeves can be pulled over the hands for a snuggly, soft look. Sweaters are great for showing off the curves and contours of the body in a subtle, yet powerful, manner. In the pictures below, an open weave, white top is used showing yet another variation of the stretchy jumper idea. These stretchy fabrics are so adaptable and work on pretty much anyone.

A Boudoir Photoshoot is an empowering journey, capturing moments of confidence and celebrating your life’s journey.

To ensure your experience is as seamless and memorable as possible, proper preparation is key.

In this guide, we'll walk you through essential things to do before your boudoir photoshoot, helping you feel poised, confident, and ready to embrace the art of self-celebration….

One of the most common questions we get asked is, “what should I wear to my boudoir shoot?”

Totally understandable, after all, the chances are you’ve never been photographed like this before. Naturally, you’ll want to look your best and you’ll want to know the best outfits to wear to look good in your Boudoir Photoshoot.

When you book a Madison Bou Experience we will send you our Boudoir Prep Guide, packed full of great outfit ideas and things to be aware of to help you get ready for your big day.

If you want to use your day as an excuse to go shopping we say ‘knock yourself out’ and enjoy, but don’t think you absolutely have to buy new outfits. This articles is all about the best items to wear that you probably already have in your wardrobe.

Don’t let the thought of putting your outfits together stress you out. That’s what we’re here for, to take the stress out of your day so you can really enjoy it.

Remember the one golden rule of a Madison Bou Experience is that there are NO RULES! Just wear what makes you feel your best and use some of our suggestions below which come from many years experience. We know these items can look good on almost everybody.

Here’s a tip girls -Wardrobe is key!! With the proper wardrobe, you are giving your photographer the ability to pose you anyway they would like.

By posing you properly, we will always make you look as good as you look in real life, if not better!

Oh, and do yourself a favour – Get yourself measured!!

Most women are wearing the wrong size bra. The proper bra size makes you look firmer, trimmer and way hotter.

(Oh and PS… your period isn’t an excuse to cancel a shoot – a little bloat doesn’t really show on camera.)

The women we photograph aren’t super models, they’re just like you!

With good wardrobe choices, professional hair and makeup and our many years of expertise with light and posing, your photos will be stunning.

We are all so obsessed with body standards, it's time to challenge the notion that you need to shed pounds to indulge in a boudoir photoshoot.

Your body, exactly as it is, tells a unique story of strength, resilience, and beauty.

A boudoir session is not about conforming to society’s ideals of so called ‘perfection’ but celebrating the magnificence of your present self.

This empowering experience is for every body, regardless of size or shape. Professional boudoir photographers can skillfully capture your you at your very best. We will focus on your confidence, sensuality, and individuality.

Remember, self-love knows no size, and your boudoir photos will radiate the beauty that exists in every curve and contour.

Embrace yourself, unapologetically.

Preparing for your Boudoir Session

Getting ready for your session doesn't have to be stressful!

We have been specialising in Boudoir for more than 20 years and in that time we’ve photographed 100s of women and this experience has shown us that there are some sure fire things you can do to prepare for your special day that will ensure everything goes perfectly.

We’ll take care of all the technical stuff on the day such as lighting, posing, the camera settings etc…. You can help with some of the preparation to make sure the day is a real success and that you get what you want out of the experience.

How Boudoir Photography Can Heal You And Make You Fall In Love With Yourself

When was the last time you felt truly confident or truly sexy?

So many of the women we see tell us they don’t ever really remember feeling that good about themselves. They don’t remember ever looking in the mirror and loving what they see.

This negativity sometimes can be attributed to a life trauma, like a divorce or being in an abusive relationship or losing a job but often, negativity just creeps up on you over the years. The result of ageing, of gaining weight, of the menopause of looking after the baby and of the many other things that life throws at us.

A Boudoir Photoshoot will help you to strip away the distractions of everyday life.

Nude Boudoir Shoot vs Clothed – What’s Right For You?

There are no rules when it comes to dressing up for a boudoir photo session. You don’t have to wear clothes at all if you don’t want to but at the same time we need to stress that you certainly don’t have to be naked or topless. (The choice is yours and yours alone)

We want you to do whatever you feel most comfortable with. Your outfit, or lack of, should reflect your personality.

If you feel uncomfortable, the photos will show that; on the flip side, if you feel attractive, even a typically basic outfit will come off as seductive and alluring.

Have you ever considered doing a boudoir photoshoot? Maybe you've experienced a major life change and want to regain control over your life. Or maybe you're getting ready for your wedding, or simply want to celebrate yourself as the amazing, gorgeous, and strong person that you are. Whatever your reason, you've made it to this point, and you're taking a risk and you’re investing in yourself. Excellent news! The best part is that you'll have photos and memories to last a lifetime, showcasing just how brave and uninhibited you can be.

To help you choose the Best Boudoir Photographer for your needs, we've created a list of key factors to consider.

We constantly strive to make every photoshoot better than the last and like anything in life, the secret to success is preparation. Just like you prepare for your photoshoot but getting all your outfits ready in advance, we try and map out the day as well. No two shoots are the same. Collaboration is fundamental since we want your day to be all about you and your personal style. So how do we prepare a style if we don’t know you at this point? Well, we simply do our best to get to know you a little by talking over the phone before shoot day and we send Pinterest mood boards to inspire you.Pinterest is an invaluable tool which allows us to see what kind of pictures you’re drawn to. To get started, we’ll give you a little homework by asking you to put together images you love - Not just pictures you love from our website but pictures from anywhere that you see and love. During our phone conversations, we go over some of the pictures you’ve chosen and talk about what you’re really excited about. This gives us a better idea of who you are as a person and helps us create a boudoir experience that you’ll never forget.

Of course clothes have practical uses, for warmth and nettle protection and for fashionable looks etc.... but after talking about this to dozens of people and photographing many more, even in ideal, warm, dry conditions we would still wear them.

Largely because of 'shame'. That negative emotion associated with negative self evaluation.

We feel we're not quite perfect enough somehow and don't want others to see our imperfections.

Why are we so scared of being seen naked?

Shouldn’t we should try and improve our body image and accept our flaws and realise every 'body' is perfect?

Carpets of bluebells are one of the greatest sights of spring. You can see the magical transformation of our woodland floors from late March.

Bluebell Season always seems to signify the start of Summer and are one of the most exciting sights to photograph during our year. Especially when part of a Boudoir session such as this one with Leah. We chose a super quiet midweek day so things would be as private and quiet as possible at Hazlewood Castle. Almost no cars on this day at this time. Perfect. Leah had just got fully naked and suggested we photograph her up a tree. (Some people are a little crazy!!) Once there, the photographs began and that’s when an Uber driver (The only car for an hour) decided this would be the perfect place to park up and enjoy his sandwich. What could Leah do? Wave and smile at Mr Uber, she had a laugh about it afterwards and it certainly made for a memorable shoot.

How empowering is this? For those looking to build self confidence, this is one of the ultimate shoot experiences.

Not all of our Bluebell Wood Photoshoots are nude, many are in amazing dresses or lingerie, but all of our woodland shoots result in incredible pictures which would look stunning as pride of place on any wall.

Being a woman is often difficult.

Women are excellent multi-taskers by nature, and as a result, tend to wear many different hats throughout the day.

There are children and friends and husbands and significant others and work to think about, let alone hobbies and school PTA meetings and housework and a million other things.

Unfortunately, with all this ‘busy’-ness, something usually gets left out.

Usually that something is YOU!

So we are here to encourage you to put yourself first for once.

In this article you’ll discover some of the many benefits..

BOUDOIR IS FOR ALL WOMEN, ALL BODY TYPES, AGES, SKIN TONES…Everything that makes a women different and unique is what makes Boudoir Perfect for any woman.

Unlike other forms of photography such as family photoshoots or weddings. Boudoir photoshoots are all about YOU.

They’re not just about pretty pictures to hang on the wall either. The primary reason clients book this experience is to feel good about themselves. Boudoir aims to really capture who you are at this moment in your life, no matter what age you are or shape you’re in, this time in your life is special and it deserves to be remembered.

A Madison Bou Boudoir Session is unique snd truly significant. This unique form of photography will leave you feeling changed for the better. You will walk away feeling more like the superhuman version of yourself than you have in ages. It’s such a different experience that you’ll love embracing every part of the process.

Yes, it’s true, we specialise in the Art of Boudoir but today on the blog we showcase something else which is dear to our hearts.

A Mum and Daughter Shoot Experience…

This style of photoshoot is really close to my heart. My Mum died a few years ago and I spent hours looking through family pictures.

Eventually, I found three good ones of Mum and none of her with the whole family. We had literally hundreds of pictures, on film, slides and prints, yet we had none of the pictures that really mattered. I realised then that it was too late.

•••One day, your kids will look for photos of you and what will they find?•••

LOOK AFTER THOSE SOLES

This is something not many women really think of but have you ever really looked at the bottom of your ever so sexy Christian Louboutins or your Jimmy Choos? Or maybe you are a Nine West girl. Same situation. Take a peek and if they are not photo ready then you may want to clean them or get creative with making them look pristine for their photo appearance.

“Thank you for the amazing experience I had on my photo shoot. From start to finish the whole day was full of fun and laughter and even before I had even had my make up done they made me feel at ease. They both made me feel confident enough to do the shots I wanted to and even looking back at the photos from the start of the day to the end Dave had already taught me so much on how to get the best shots for me and have lots of variety in my poses. He gave plenty of advise and direction which was the main thing I worried about as I'm not a natural selfie taker or poser by any means! I can't recommend it enough. I really think that everyone should do one in their lifetime and be made to feel special for the day.” - NATSHA (Pictured)