It’s hard to know what props to bring to your boudoir shoot (if any), especially if this is your very first time doing a boudoir shoot like this. Some boudoir photographers would even prefer that you don’t bring any or have chosen not to allow them at all. Luckily, here at Bella Jade Boudoir you really don’t have to guess what’s ok, what’s not, or what works well or what doesn’t. There are plenty of resources that our boudoir clients can use for support including our boudoir guide, asking questions in the boudoir VIP group, watching tips on Tik Tok, scheduling a one on one consultation with your boudoir photographer, reading this blog and more!

And Ill tell you that after photographing hundreds of women for boudoir over 6+ years this Scottsdale Boudoir Photographer has great advise for what you should pack in your boudoir bag or leave at home.

Here are just a few!

Satin Ties & Blind Folds — Love it

Satin Ties and Blind folds can be incredibly sexy. If you want to elevate your boudoir photos from beautiful to bombshell and aren’t afraid of stepping into your alter ego — this boudoir prop is totally fair game at Scottsdale studios.

Sex Toys — Leave it

That’s cool if you use them. But, they have no place in our boudoir studio.

Fresh Flower Pedals — Love it

Fresh florals feel seamless in the boudoir. Think, ethereal or bridal boudoir photos. Keep in mind that bouquets of flowers are best suited for bridal boudoir, only.

Cowgirl Boots — Love it

Country girls, pah-lease do! This is a boudoir favorite at Bella Jade. Boots are a quick and easy accessory to your boudoir look that can bring tons personality to your session!

Champagne — Love it

Feel free to bring the bubbly. If your celebrating a birthday, a milestone, getting married (or divorced), breaking in the start of something new, or just living your best life Champagne bottles and a glass of sparkling bubbly photographs great and is playfully sexy! Go’on, girl! Have fun with it!

His Shirt, Jersey or Uniform — Love it

The real MVP. Even if it doesn’t quite fit bring it! These items are unique to you and your significant other and will not go unnoticed. It can be worn or laid over your body like a sheet!

Body Jewelry — Love it

Body jewelry is a great accessory for boudoir photos! While we love it, we also have found that it can be one of the more cumbersome props to pose with. So, if you plan to bring it plan ahead! And be mindful that it my take up more time than you’d think. If you’re more on the nervous side or think you’ll need a lot of posing guidance then I’d leave this one at home.

Chalkboard Signs — Leave it

May be cool for pin up, or as a pregnancy announcement, but its a bit cheesy in the boudoir studio for my taste. Let’s tell your story through emotive imagery instead, yeah?

Hats & Ball Caps — Love it

So simple but makes a huge statement. We love a cute hat as a boudoir prop! It’s easy to pose with, can get you loosened up, relaxed, having fun, and doesn’t take too much attention away from you!

Ready to begin planning you very own
Scottsdale Boudoir Photo Shoot?

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