BOUDIE PREP GUIDE
STUDIO LOCATION;
101 W 4TH ST. SANTA ANA, CA, 92701
Floor #2
Our building is called "The Otis Building"
Our building has a light green roof that you will be able to see from the street.
The Otis Building has a parking structure attached to it & the entrance to the structure is located on 5th st.
The parking garage only takes a credit or debit card. Please come prepared to pay a few dollars for parking.
You will take the stairs down to the ground floor.
Once you exit the door you will make an immediate right turn and our front door will be right outside that exit!
If you are having trouble finding our front door, it sits between 5th & 4th ON MAIN STREET. We are the only door that has a ROUND shaped red awning above it.
Then you will use the call box to the left of the door to call us so we can buzz you in!
Once you park in the structure, you will find in the corner stairs on each floor labeled "Floor ___ south stairwell"
WELCOME TO EMPOWERMENT, CONFIDENCE & SELF WORTH.
This Welcome Guide is packed full of tips, tricks, ideas and information about how to fully prepare for your big day!
Please take the time to read through this guide thoroughly so you can be fully ready for your session!
We are so honored & excited that you have chosen us for your Boudoir Experience!
We are an all female Boudoir Studio that prides itself in working one on one with every single babe to create a custom, life changing experience!
We are determined to help every woman understand & truly EMBRACE her beauty and grow her self love - all along with gaining a confidence like she's never felt!
TIPS TO PREP FOR
YOUR BOUDOIR EXPERIENCE
STRETCH
DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!
You will be arching, bending, & lengthening body parts that you normally don't move (especially in the way we will at the studio!)
Most babes are sore AF after their session. Do yourself a favor, so you are mobile the next day, STRETCH at LEAST a week prior to your Experience!
IT IS A WORKOUT.
Click HERE to see what stretches you should do!
ONE
REST & HYDRATE
Make sure you drink PLENTY of water in the days leading up to your session.
Water will help your skin glow!
No alcohol consumption at all the night before or the day of your session! (I KNOW, I KNOW... trust me, you'll thank me later!)
Safety is of the utmost importance.
I also want you to feel every feeling leading up to your shoot.
Nervous? GOOD.
Scared? GOOD.
These are the things that will help change your life.
TWO
PROTECT
Look...
I know you may hate this one, but you are going to have to trust me on this...
DO NOT SPRAY TAN.
Why?
Splotchy spray tans are almost 100% of the time going to be picked up in camera even if you don't see it on your skin
You will look orangy and less natural skin tones.
We also don't want your spray tan to rub off on any of our expensive furniture (it's happened before)
Just trust us! Stick to a tanning bed or natural tanning if you have to, and remember to spread the cheeks to tan where the sun don't shine ;)
THREE
CLEAN
Wash you hair the night before your session, or even better, the morning of!
Please do not think for one minute that your hair will hold better if it's dirty! We have our professional stylist for that!
Grease shows in photos!
Make sure that your hair is not only clean, but FULLY dry!
We will not blow dry your hair if it's wet, there is simply not enough time.
Come with a clean face, no moisturizer, no make up!
FOUR
GROOM
Make sure to shave in your normal places before your session!
If you wax on a normal basis, make sure it's at least 2 days prior to the shoot.
(Tip: this is NOT the time to try something new. If you do not routinely wax, DO NOT WAX for your shoot. You absolutely will be red and we cannot edit that out!)
You do not HAVE to shave if you do not want to! If you prefer to be au naturel, great!
Next; NAILS!
We highly recommend you get your nails done! Need ideas? Here's what works best:
Neutral colors such as black, white, gray, french tip, beige, light pink!
FIVE
ARRIVAL
First & foremost; EAT THE MORNING OF! (Trust me, you'll need to eat! It's a workout)
PLEASE be sure to arrive at your session no earlier or later than your scheduled time!
It is important to note that you want to leave with plenty of time to find the studio, park, walk, and be sure you know exactly where to go!
But if you do arrive and park early, please hold your excitement in and hang out until your shoot time! We are busy getting the studio cleaned and all ready for you!
Reminder: We cannot move forward with the session if you are over 15 minutes late!
SIX
WARDROBE TIME!
Only bra / no chonies
Only chonies / no bra
are SUPER SEXY choices and make for some creative shots!
DO
BODYSUITS!
They are flattering on every body type and come in a large variety of textures, shapes, cut outs & materials!
DO
Do not bring a jersey!
They are stiff and boxy which are terribly unflattering for our bodies!
DON'T
Do not bring a babydoll!
They are immensely unflattering and hide our shape!
DON'T
Bring an oversized sweater, flannel, jeans, fishnets, stockings, cheeky panties and high waisted undies for a unique outfit!
DO
Do not bring any unapproved props!
If you have an idea for a prop, please email me to get it approved first!
DON'T
LOOKS WE LOVE!
WHERE TO SHOP
Agent Provocateur
Honey Birdette
Bordelle
*Torrid
La Perla
Journelle
Victoria's Secret
*Hips n' Curves
Asos
Anthropologie
Nasty Gal
Boohoo
For Love and Lemons
*Bare Necessities
*Lane Bryant
God Saves Queens
Yandy
*Playful Promises
*Cosabella
Bras n' Things
Edge O' Beyond
Mari Moth (Etsy)
Taryn Winters
* Amazing plus size boutiques
FINAL TIPS!
No botox or injections within one week of your session! You are beautiful just as you are, for starters - just make sure if you do, you allow enough time to heal!
Scrub your feet the morning of your session! I know how silly this sounds, but dirty bottoms of feet aren't ideal in any photo! (Don't worry though, we do have baby wipes in the studio) I recommend scrubbing, lotion, and sock up! (Make sure they are loose fluffy socks that won't indent!)
Make sure you are wearing loose clothing on the ride to the studio! There is nothing worse than a tight bra, jeans or undies leaving marks on your skin in the photos! We cannot edit those out! Best outfit choice to wear to the studio: Maxi dress with no under garments!
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Q
Where will my shoot take place?
All sessions take place in our studio in downtown Santa Ana, CA (address at the very top of this guide!)
May I bring a friend?
While we completely understand a boudoir shoot can be a nerve-wracking experience. We want you to fully experience it on your own. For that reason we have a strict 'No Guests or Children' allowed in the studio at any time.
Will my photos be used online?
Not unless you give us signed & written permission to do so! You have full control what is seen, and what stays private! A model release is absolutely up to you!
Do you provide liquid courage during the shoot?
Short answer - No.
I actually prohibit any alcohol consumption in the studio, period. This is a life changing experience - growth only happens when we are out of our comfort zone.
Therefore we never want you to be numb during this experience. We want you sober, nerves and all!
How long after my shoot will my Image Reveal be?
Typically your Image Reveal will take place 6-14 days after your session! We schedule your Reveal at your session UNLESS you chose our Same Day or Next Day Reveal add ons! You can schedule your Reveal up to 30 days after your session!
Will you "photoshop me"?
NO, NO, NO.
Let me explain... No, I will not make you 8 sizes smaller than you are.
No, I will not remove all of your scars and stretch marks.
My motto; If it's temporary, it can go, if it's permanent, it stays.
The whole point of boudoir is for you to learn to love yourself exactly how you are!
I'm a plus sized woman... can you photograph me?
Girl, yes!
Are you a woman? Then boom. Yes.
The size of your jeans doesn't mean SHIT.
You are hot AF and I'm here to show you that. Period!
Checklist of what to bring!
There are always base items you should bring with you especially if you aren't 100% sure exactly what you want to wear!
• Heels (not recommended if you don't wear them on a regular basis!)
• Other shoe options (combat boots, converse, pumps, etc) (remember that barefoot is most popular!)
• Plain & lacy undies (please don't forget these!)
• Any jewelry that you might want to wear
• Stockings or socks if you want to wear them
• Please do NOT come empty handed! We do not want you to rely on our closet, so please bring wardrobe options even if they are just jeans and a t-shirt!