A 2025 Updated Guide to dressing for your boudoir session in MYStudio
Below is a selection of my images and outfits I have worked with… I have worked with so many more, this is just a good sample of some of the ones I recommend.
Next to the title of each piece is a set of stars, my overall ranking of the outfits.
BodySuits - My Top #1 Recommendation
Bodysuits are hands down my top recommendation as they are beautiful on nearly all body types. I love the coverage that doesn’t block the leg length, they don’t have an abrupt opening at midsection, and still shows off your shape and curves from every angle. I know intuitively this isn’t what you might gravitate to for a sexy bedroom sesh, but PLEASE trust me when I say that these photograph the very best.
There are cuts that offer support, for the busty gals, but I am also busty and posing the ta-tas is very important to me. And BodySuits come in all sorts of styles and can be modest to show almost all of it!!!
This is also MY FAVORITE piece to shoot. It is nice from nearly every angle and honestly looks so hot with the dropped shoulder strap.
Fit Issues to look for
Cup Sizing
Height of hip cut
Depth of V-cut in the front
How much booty is showing!
Taller gals go a size up for LENGTH, which is often a big help
Big Sweaters, Sports Jersey’s, Oversized Button Down Work Shirts - The Perfect Accessory
I love bringing out little parts of what makes you… YOU! and adding jersey’s, your special someone’s work shirt, uniforms, or that sweater you want to live in. The only recommendation that holds true time and time again… a big oversized one is easier to pose in than one that is an ideal fit to wear regularly. I also love to use them as a bit of an accessory rather than replacing an outfit so think cute panties that match, bodysuits of similar color, or a bra and panty look that can be slowly revealed as what you have on under it. I have also had gals bring socks that match the jerseys and that can be a fun way to show off you kicking your feet up to show off your team.
The Sweater featured above is a piece from my Client Closet and great to pair with nearly anything because it is a blank canvas for color. There are tiny sparkle sequins sewn into it, so you will sparkle too. I also have 3 pairs of thigh high socks to pair with the sweater look.
Fit Issues to look for
Over Sized means we will not see the curves of your body the same way
Go Bigger rather than fit to size
Great option just before the topless just the sheets set
Bra & Panty Sets - Let’s talk about it!
The Bra and Panty set is a total classic, I think mentally it might even be the first thing many women think of when considering what to wear for a boudoir session… pst… bodysuits are better BUT many bras give shape and lift that is rarely equaled in the bodysuit realm. That lift is wonderful but please trust that posing the gals is important to capturing the best of you and I will be sure to do that with posing. This look is the perfect way to finish your session if you find a set that has a fantastically fabulous panty to show off the booty in just the sheets and sometimes using the bra still for that shaping effect. Many women don’t let their tummies see the light of day and in the summer months especially that can leave your belly far lighter in tone than the rest of you, turning the belly into a beacon of look at ME! Keep that on mind when considering a two piece look. Also avoid 2 piece sets where the panty is the ever dreaded pirate eye patch (tiny triangle of coverage and then strings from there) or consider replacing the panty.
FIT ISSUE TO THINK ABOUT
Look for a good shaping lifting bra if you opt into this world, it is one that you will likely use later making it a good piece. Think about how low the panty line hits (especially mommas) and if you are wanting to flaunt that or if you prefer it not be the center of attention. A high waisted panty is WONDERFUL for a little extra coverage if you aren’t the show off the tummy type. Boy cut panties while comfortable, do not give the booty the roundness in photos that other cuts do. Higher thigh cut often helps round the booty and so does a thong cut.
The Sparkle Outfit - Available in MYStudio
This piece is enjoyable, whether you opt for nothing at all underneath or pair it with a bra and panty set; it's a showstopper. The attached crystals have an iridescent finish and sparkle with the whole rainbow. I have had this piece on sizes small to size 3XL, it truly fits so many bodies. Due to the stretching involved in getting it on, it does become stretched to the size of the person wearing it and for that reason I do not share this one. BUT I have had some gals use theirs later for wearing over a swim top or bra for summer concerts.
FIT ISSUES TO THINK ABOUT - It is a tad tighter in the leg openings and can be a little tough on thicker thighs, but ladies, I also have THICK THIGHS, and I wore mine out for an evening in Vegas for a boudoir convention; it’s a popular look for us boudoir photographers. I have also snipped it for a few gals and that is an option, it does shorten the life span of the outfit but sure is more comfortable.
Just the Sheets - 12 Colors to choose from
Definitely one size fits ALL!
I love to change out the sheets with each outfit change so that you are able to have a new look with the bed each time and it will match to the outfit you have on for that set… BUT there is always the option to wear nothing but the sheets as well. I finish sessions with implied nudity images using the sheets to show off what we want to and hide what you want to keep secret. Above images show off so many different ways that you can reveal the you under the sheets. I also have several faux fur blankets, knitted ones and even fluffy ones and they are also other alternative outfits. Personally it is one of my favorite looks simply because you do not get to see it all.
FIT ISSUES TO LOOK OUT FOR - THERE ARE NONE - We will look to see it against your skin tones and your hair for the best look for you personally.
The Strappy Harness Pieces - HOT but potentially problematic
These pieces scream Sexy! but there are a few things to think about with all the strappy straps and the body harnesses. The cuts can be really fun and often work well standing but when the body is seated or curved it can make skin poke out a bit between the straps and it doesn’t bother me but I have heard plenty of women mention is when looking over their final images. They move a lot! Every pose changes the shape of the body in some way and those straps move too, and sometimes reveal something the cut is intended to cover, usually nipples. When the cut is straight through the bust line it can flatten the bust shape a bit unless it is very sheer. NONE of these issues are deal breakers they are just worth thinking about in addition to the styles you like. These often work well as an accessory piece rather than featured as a full outfit and there are a handful of ways to make that happen; for example, Harness pieces can be worn over another cut and be removed as a feature of that outfits set of images. There are also a lot of other ways to accomplish including this look as an accessory.
FIT ISSUES TO BE AWARE OF
Think about where the cutouts will likely fall on your body and if it is a point of confidence to show off.
Will this pair with other looks or stand alone? If you plan to pair it, think about what it would look good with and please check with me as well if you are unsure.
Consider your movement in the look once it is on you.
Baby Doll Cuts - These are a hard no UNLESS we are aiming for a maternity boudoir session. While the baby doll works great for a personal encounter, they do not photograph as good as other options and can look like a maternity gown in some poses. It gets zero stars!
Keep in mind rules are sometimes meant to be broken, show me the piece and we can discuss it. Something to be on the look out for with ANYTHING matching 2 piece is that if it includes the panties with it and they are the g-string cut (tiny triangle of coverage and just strings from there) those are less than ideal on MOST bodies as the string shape can flatten the roundness of a booty, so consider the difficulty of replacing it if you love other parts of the cut. Look for the inclusion of a garter belt and if it also has stockings. Usually if the color is funky they include the stockings which is great. If we do opt for one of these alternative looks for any reason it is ideal to keep it to one look that deviates so widely from my typical recommendations so be sure to give you the BEST images.