Our clients often come to us with no idea of the type of pictures they want of themselves and this is totally fine.

They know they want the experience.

Maybe they’ve seen us in various places online and love the thought of an empowering and enriching experience.

Maybe they’ve been recommended by a friend. (“You really must do this, it totally changed they way I look at myself in a positive way”)

Others know they really want to do this but they may have no idea what outfits they need to bring or how they’ll want to display all the amazing pictures afterwards.

Again, this is totally ok and we’re here to help.

One of the big questions you’ll need to ask yourself early on is how you want your pictures to look.

Some of our clients want to feel the excitement and ‘rush’ of baring all in front of the camera. Totally naked, indoors, or even bolder, outdoors in nature. ( Some studios call this ‘Fine Art’ style )

Other clients don’t want to go that far and prefer the idea of wearing lingerie and being photographed in a more sensual way. (This is more traditional ‘Boudoir’ style )

A third group of clients prefer the idea of being photographed with clothes for a more Fashion look ( We call this ‘Glamour or Beauty’ style, far removed from the old style Topless, Page 3 style ‘Glamour’. The word has a totally different meaning now. )

The decision you make is entirely up to you and your personal comfort level. Many women think they’d like to go bolder but during the shoot play a little safer and other go the other way. Starting with stretchy jumpers and white shirts and then graduating to white sheets and soon muster up the courage to walk around totally naked without a care in the world!

(If we happen to be photographing in a luxury Hotel we often find ourselves begging clients to cover up so that the hotel guests aren’t offended. Honestly, that’s more common than you can imagine.)

The truth is though, we actively encourage you to arrive with an open mind.

We suggest that you turn up with plenty of modest outfit options. - A ‘going out’ dress, a Summer Dress, Jeans and Ts, stretchy jumper, man’s white shirt, swim suit, pjs etc. Wearing outfits like this will get you relaxed in front of the camera and start to enjoy the process of being photographed.

After that, when you feel more comfortable, we can then photograph you in a more Boudoir Style with Lingerie and more revealing outfits, looking super sensual.

It’s only when, and if, you become super confident, will we photograph you nude or implied nude and only if you suggest that’s what you really want to do. We know from experience that the women who do this feel extraordinarily liberated after the experience but it’s certainly not for everyone.

Most of our photoshoots are a mixture of ‘Beauty/Glam and Boudoir’

So, in a nutshell, Boudoir Photography is a more intimate or sensual style of photography with lingerie or less and our version of ‘Glamour’ Photography is more fashion style, clothes on photography in a glamorous style.

Both Boudoir and Glamour are tasteful and stylish, with you looking amazing after having hair and make-up and we often mix and match our styles depending on your personal preference.

It’s fair to say that almost all our ‘Boudoir’ shoots contain an element of ‘Glamour/Beauty’ but if you’re not ready to bare your body at all, then a ‘glam/beauty’ session is perfect for you.

Pictures you’ll receive from a glam shoot will be ideal for showing the family and displaying proudly on your walls. (or for social media )

OUR DEFINITION OF ‘BOUDOIR’ PHOTOGRAPHY’ IS HERE

SEE AN IDEA OF ‘GLAMOUR’ PHOTOGRAPHY HERE

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Spring Is The Perfect Time For A Boudoir Photo Shoot

After the long cold nights of Winter, Spring brings with it a sense of renewal, growth, and vibrant energy.

It’s a season of blossoms, longer days, and a gentle warmth that kisses the skin. What better time to embrace your sensuality and capture your inner beauty than during this magical season?

Welcome to the world of Spring Boudoir Photography—a celebration of femininity, confidence, and self-love.

Spring symbolises rebirth and growth, making it the perfect time to embrace your own journey of self-discovery.

Shedding the layers of winter (literally and metaphorically), allows you to begin a fresh chapter in your life with renewed confidence.

A Madison Bou Experience will provide the perfect opportunity to mark this new chapter by celebrating your unique beauty and femininity.

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14 Questions You May Be Too Embarrassed To Ask Your Boudoir Photographer.

Are you considering booking a Boudoir Photoshoot but feeling a little unsure about what to expect or what to ask?

Don't worry, you're not alone.

We’ve been photographing women for a long time (around 20 years), and probably seen and heard it all. As fun as boudoir certainly is, it's still not every day that women get to shed their clothes in front a photographer they really don't know. So this can often lead to a lot of anxiety in the run up to the shoot day.

Also, due to the intimate nature of this style of photography, potential clients may have questions about the process, that might be awkward or may seem a bit personal to ask.

This is why we’ve compiled a list of questions you may have been wondering about boudoir, but were a bit embarrassed to ask. so let's get started.

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A Yorkshire Boudoir Experience Is All About YOU

In a world where the media often emphasises the importance of romantic relationships, it’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that certain experiences are only truly fulfilling when shared with a partner.

One such misconception revolves around boudoir photography sessions and gifting it to a partner.

However, the truth is that you don’t need a partner to indulge in a boudoir session.

In fact, we’d argue that every session should be looked at as a solo session.

To reward yourself, to do it specifically for you.

If you have a partner, maybe show them the images…But make no mistake, this is all about YOU!

Don’t ever think you have to gift an experience or the images from a boudoir experience to anyone but yourself.

But why might you want to do something like this for yourself?…

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WHICH OF THESE IS MORE EXPENSIVE? - The answer might surprise you.

A Winter Sun Break
An iPhone 15
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.

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5 Tips To Help Yorkshire Women Shop Smarter For A Boudoir Photographer

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.

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Avoid these Boudoir Faux Pas During your Session

We always give plenty of advice what to do for your Boudoir Session, but what about ‘what not to do?’ - Here are some big Boudoir Faux Pas…. Don’t worry though. These will never happen on a Madison Bou Photoshoot..

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After a Boudoir session with Madison Bou, you will be able to get pictures that will last for a lifetime.

All of our products are printed with archival quality inks and papers, so your albums and prints will last and not fade as they would if you were to print images from the High Street or most online printing companies.

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BOUDOIR AND GLAMOUR (BEAUTY)

OUR DEFINITION OF ‘BOUDOIR’ PHOTOGRAPHY’ IS HERE

SEE AN IDEA OF ‘GLAMOUR’ PHOTOGRAPHY HERE

After a Boudoir session with Madison Bou, you will be able to get pictures that will last for a lifetime.

All of our products are printed with archival quality inks and papers, so your albums and prints will last and not fade as they would if you were to print images from the High Street or most online printing companies.

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THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BOUDOIR AND GLAMOUR (BEAUTY)

OUR DEFINITION OF ‘BOUDOIR’ PHOTOGRAPHY’ IS HERE

SEE AN IDEA OF ‘GLAMOUR’ PHOTOGRAPHY HERE

After a Boudoir session with Madison Bou, you will be able to get pictures that will last for a lifetime.

All of our products are printed with archival quality inks and papers, so your albums and prints will last and not fade as they would if you were to print images from the High Street or most online printing companies.

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