boudoir guide
sofia photography
xo Sofia
Welcome to one of the most wonderful and empowering things you’ll experience as a woman: taking time, just for you, to perfectly capture your beauty and femininity in the form of fine art. Relax, pour yourself some herbal tea (or maybe bubbly), and let me guide you towards your empowerment session.
Thank you for trusting Sofia Photography for such an important and memorable experience. I know you’ll love every minute of it!
A note about this guide to find Self- Love And Empowerment Through Boudoir.
Hi Gorgeous, I'm Sofia
Your album with be ordered directly after the image reveal session. Expect it in about 2-4 weeks.
07|LUXURY ALBUMS & PRINTS
You'll come back to the studio 1 week later for your image reveal session. Feel feel to bring a support partner and get ready to see yourself like you've never seen before!
06|IMAGE REVEAL
It's the day you've been waiting for! Your session day!
You are going to ROCK this photoshoot and we are going to have so much fun! Get ready for empowerment sister.
05|session day
Keep your eye on your email, you'll receive a boudoir session preparation guide.
04|session prep
After you book your experience, you'll send your $300 retainer, sign the contract and pick your collection + any bonus set add-ons.
03|book your experience
We'll have our quick 10 minute phone consult , where I will get to know you a bit before you are in front of my lens.
02|SCHEDULE A CALL
The first step to booking your boudoir session is to fill out a contact form. You'll hear back from me within 48 business hours.
01|Inquire
the BOUDOIR
journey
When was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone and did something completely for you? I want to show you that you are confident and beautiful through my lens.
you want to do something empowering
Gift your partner a luxury album with some sexy photos.
He/she will be over the moon! This can be any celebration- from anniversaries to birthdays too.
gift your partner on wedding day
Did you just graduate from university or get a promotion? Celebrate all your hard work by showing off how successful and gorgeous you are.
You've Just Made an Achievement
Seriously though, you absolutely deserve every ounce that a boudoir session has to offer. Whether it's to find self love or you just want to treat yourself- you deserve this!
You DESERVE this!
Why You Should Do An
Empowering Boudoir Photoshoot
If you have a studio you can write about it here. If not, feel free to either add locations you shoot at, bucket list locations, previous sessions or you can completely hide this canvas. This space is anything you can put your mind to.
Located in Melbourne, Aus.
The Empowerment Studio
Every woman deserves to feel like the empowered bombshell that they are. No matter if you're curvy or skinny, have scars or acne, are young or older; you are BEAUTIFUL. Women like you don't happen often. Don't forget how rare you are.
Celebrate the beautiful you while being pampered in our luxurious styled private studio located in Melbourne, AUS.
Here's Why
BOUDOIR IS MADE FOR YOU
Client closet
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What’s on the outside should reflect on the inside, so the most important tip for choosing what to wear during your session is to pick something you feel confident in. Choose options ranging from sassy lingerie to his button down shirt and cuff links. If you’re feeling extra brave, you can opt to wear nothing at all for “implied nude” photos! We will capture tasteful, beautiful and flattering poses. Whatever you choose, I want you to feel beautiful and confident. Staying true to yourself is the most beautiful look of all!
What To Wear
Places to Shop
You can either treat yo' self and purchase a few gorgeous outfits for your photoshoot or leave it to me, because girl, I've got you covered! At my studio, I offer over 450+ pieces of lingerie and outfits ranging XS-4X. I literally have something for everyone.
My closet is packed with luxury robes, corsets, stockings, garters, body jewelry, angel wings, fun pasties, bondage accessories, crop tops/ white t-shirts and of course lingerie.
If you choose to take advantage of the client closet, for sanitary reasons, you will need to make sure you bring your own undergarments in nude, black or white to hide under the garment you end up choosing.
I also provide you with lots of places to shop and things to bring from your own collection.
Client Closet
A babydoll is a feminine and delicate short, sleeveless and lose fitting nightgown. They can be super romantic and are the perfect lingerie for feeling effortlessly gorgeous.
babydoll
Hey there, you bombshell with those killer curves. Corsets will cinch your waist and give you an hourglass shape. Think of the eightieth century where the women wore corsets on the daily- they can be hard to put on, but don't worry- I can help you!
corset
Bodysuits are one piece stretch garments that are super popular and very flattering especially if you are more on the conservative side, or you're wanting to leave your partner (if this is a gift for him/her of course) yearning for more.
bodysuit
When shopping for these, proper fit is super important. Be careful of push up bras, because sometimes they can make you look unnatural. Make sure the area of your armpit is smooth and you are not spilling out of the cups. That makes it more flattering on camera.
Bra & Panty Sets
Styles
Lingerie
Prepare
for your boudoir photoshoot timeline
You've scheduled your boudoir session with Sofia Photography, you go girl!
This timeline will help prepare you for your empowerment session.
How about that hot yoga class you’ve been meaning to try? The better you feel, the better you’ll look.
3 -6 months
no. 01 |
Schedule any beauty appointments. Hair and makeup is provided on the day!
If you are bringing your own lingerie, give yourself lots of time to shop for something that makes you feel confident and gorgeous in.
1 month
no. 02 |
If you get waxed (bikini, lip, brow—whatever your normal routine is), make sure it's at least a few days prior to your session to make sure any redness or irritation has subsided.
Drink plenty of water for that of so beautiful & flawless skin.
1 Week
no. 03 |
Take a long bubble bath to relax. Listen to calming music. Meditate or do some yoga.
Try on outfits and narrow down your wardrobe selection.
Moisturize your skin all over before bedtime.
Most important of all: Get a good night’s sleep!
Day Before
no. 04 |
Use a clear deodorant.
Wear LOSE and comfortable clothing prior to arrival. This ensures there are no creases or marks from tight fitting clothing on your skin.
Eat something light but filling.
When you arrive for your appointment, we’ll provide you with your beverage choice: water, tea or even a little bubbly (mimosa, por favor) to soothe those nerves.
Day Of
no. 05 |
Arrive to studio + welcomed with Mimosa & Chocolates
11-1:30 Pm
Hair & Makeup +Wardrobe Consult
1:30-3PM
Boudoir Session with guided poses and lots of fun!
Optional Same Day Viewing:
3-4 Pm
Break for lunch
4-5 PM
Photo Reveal Session and Ordering Appointment
Client Experience
no. 06 |
the Investment details
Lingerie Guide & Personal Guidance for Wardrobe Selection+ Full Access to Client Closet- XS-4XL
Professional Hair & Makeup
90 Minute Photoshoot in Beautiful Studio
2-3 Outfit Changes
Posing Direction for Every Body Type
Professional Photo Editing Viewing
The Session fee provides you with lots of goodies including an incredible self-love empowerment experience.
Products and Digitals are sold separately.
What's Included
Session Fee
$1,200 ( 1200 )
Value
8x8 " Luxury Album
5 Image Digital File Collection
collection three
$1,500 ( 1800 )
Value
12x12 " Luxury Album
12x18" Metal Print
10 Image Digital File Collection
collection two
$1,900 ( 2200 )
Value
12x12 " Luxury Album
10-image Folio Box
16x24" Metal Print
Full Digital File Collection
Collection one
You'll find luxury products, from stunning lay-flat, luxurious albums to prints matted in a gorgeous 11x14" keepsake box, and much more.
collections
Luxury
$1,200 (1200 Value)
5 Digital File Collection
7x7’’ Metal Print
10-image Folio Box
6x6’’ Album with 10 Images
Included
You'll find luxury products, from stunning lay-flat, luxurious albums to prints matted in a gorgeous 11x14" keepsake box, and much more.
Couples Boudoir
You are beautiful, you are worthy.
$1,200 (1200 Value)
5 Digital File Collection
7x7’’ Metal Print
10-image Folio Box
6x6’’ Album with 10 Images
Included
You'll find luxury products, from stunning lay-flat, luxurious albums to prints matted in a gorgeous 11x14" keepsake box, and much more.
Bridal Boudoir
You are beautiful, you are worthy.
People often say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and I say that the most liberating thing about beauty is realizing you are the beholder.
—Salma Hayek
Full Digital Collection ............................... $550
Acrylic Block (5x7) ............................... $250
Acrylic Cover ............................... $250
Coutour Box ............................... $125
add-ons
6X6 20 Images ............................... $450
8x8 30 Images ............................... $560
10x10 40 Images ............................... $820
12x12 50 Images ............................... $1200
ALBUMS
12x18" ............................... $285
16x24" ............................... $489
20x30" ............................... $699
24x36" ............................... $950
PRINTS
A La Carte is for those who want to create a customized Collection or for those who only wish to purchase one product rather than multiple!
PRINTS & LUXURY PRODUCTS
A La Carte
Are you getting ready for your empowering boudoir session? Unsure of how to prepare? Girl, I've got you covered. Click through the slides and make sure you check what you think is important off your list for your photoshoot.
boudoir checklist
A great tip to prepare yourself for your empowerment boudoir photoshoot, is to write down exactly why you are doing this.
Maybe it's to find self-love and to embrace your body or to give a milestone gift to your partner. Whatever the reason, your photoshoot is an amazing celebration of these reason, and you deserve it!
boudoir checklist
Make yourself a music playlist! Add all your favourite songs that you love and you can jam to during the photoshoot. Don't have a playlist, no worries.. I've got lots to choose from!
boudoir checklist
Feeling nervous before your photoshoot is completely normal. Words have a lot of power, so I highly recommend to come up with a mantra for yourself. Practice your affirmation in front of the mirror. You can say something like-
"I am beautiful", or "I love my body".
Say it out loud, and believe it, because girl- it's definitely true!
boudoir checklist
Treat yourself to some new lingerie and model the heck out of it!
The more you feel comfortable in your outfits- the more your confidence will shine on camera the day of your session!
boudoir checklist
Luxury products
Luxury Albums
FOLIO BOX
The sleek surface represents an incredible substrate where colors are infused by sublimation, creating a vibrant, dramatic result. Encapsulated in the aluminum plate, this printing technology produces the most durable, anti-scratch, water-proof solution for home decór.
- Our dye sublimation process infuses the image directly into a specially coated
precision cut high quality aluminum sheet to create a HD aluminum panel.
- The ultra-durable scratch resistant surface is water resistant and fade resistant.
- This unique process turns every image into a vibrant work of art.
- Available in Gloss White or Matte White
METAL PRINTS
Nothing makes a woman more beautiful than the belief that she is beautiful.
—Sophia Loren
This is totally up to you. If you don't mind your photos being shared online, I'll have you sign a model release form and you can specify where you would like them posted.
WILL MY BOUDOIR IMAGES BE POSTED ONLINE?
I've totally got you covered there. I know all the tips and tricks to create the most flattering angles for women of all shapes and sizes. Don't you worry about posing, I'll help you pose everything from your head to your toes.
HOW DO I KNOW HOW TO POSE?
Yes, your portraits are fully edited by removing any bruises, scratches, skin blemishes, cleaning up fly away hairs and I do minor/light skin softening. I will NEVER EVER alter your body as that is not what a empowering boudoir session is about. It's about loving the skin you are in. I want you to look back on these in 10+ years and say “That's what I look like and I'm damn proud I did this for myself.”
Do you do touchups?
Depending on how quickly you choose your final images, you will receive them within the week. You product can take up to 3-4 weeks to be delivered after that.
How long will it take to recieve my images?
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Thank you for taking the time to go through this guide. I can't wait to empower you through boudoir on your session date. If you have any questions in the mean time - send me a message: