A BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHY HENS PARTY - INTRIGUED?!

Today I wanted to introduce you to a different kind of party idea. A party reserved for the closest friends. The Bachelorette Boudoir party.

Now what is a Boudoir Hens Party you might ask? Well it’s probably not what you think..
 
Let’s start with describing what boudoir photography is.

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​What is Boudoir Photography?

Boudoir photography is a celebration of the female form.

It’s a photo shoot that helps you step out of your comfort zone, embrace your body, embrace self love and capture beautiful portraits that celebrate your unique beauty.

​A boudoir photo shoot is so much more than just a photo shoot. It’s an experience. It’s a feeling. It’s owning a collection of photographs that remind you of the empowering feeling that comes with stepping outside your comfort zone!
 
There are many different types of boudoir photography.
 
It ranges from the sexual to the sensual; and depending on what you are looking for there is a variety of different photographers out there.

​To me, the most empowering boudoir is soft, subtle, feminine and leaves something to the imagination. It’s not overly sexual, but more sensual. It is all about capturing the most beautiful photographs of you - your unique beauty; and by stripping down into lingerie in front of a relative stranger you face your body fears and step into empowerment and ownership of your body.

​So How Does This Work in Terms of Boudoir Bachelorette Parties?

A boudoir Bachelorette night (or bridal shower) is a small group of besties who want to feel pampered (with hair and makeup) and who are comfortable being in lingerie around one another.

We start with hair and makeup, music, nibbles and going through the wardrobe options. Once hair and makeup team are finished, we capture some gorgeous glam group portrait photos (think vanity fair style) before we head into some more intimate individual portraits.

Each girl is photographed individually to bring out her inner goddess and capture some sensual, beautiful photos. For the bride to be, we focus a little more on her (after all it is her hens!) and capture a few different looks so she has a beautiful gift for her husband to be.
 
After we wrap the photo-shoot with all the ladies looking super glam in their hair and makeup, most hens head out for dinner and a night on the town!

Where do Boudoir Parties Take Place?

This really depends. Personally I have only photographed boudoir hens parties in the studio, but they could also take place in hotel suites if you are hiring one for the weekend. Just ask your professional photographer!

What is Included in Boudoir Party Packages?

Again, this depends on the photographer you choose. But most hens parties include professional hair and makeup, the time it takes to shoot boudoir photos, plus one group print each. From there you usually have the option to purchase additional prints and products (such as photo albums) after you have seen the digital images.
 
All of the girls bring their own outfits, lingerie and accessories to the shoot, that way it feels more like you.

How Many People Do you Need for a Hen Party Boudoir Experience?

A minimum of two - the hen and her bestie, and a maximum of four besties. They are really designed for a smaller hens group. Again this may vary depending on the photographer you choose.

A PARTY LIKE NO OTHER
So there you have it, a hens party with a difference!

The perfect idea for a small group of best friends who want to encourage and empower one another, create a great gift for the hen and capture their beauty. Plus it’s so much fun! Why not start your hens party weekend with a photo shoot filled with empowerment!

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Author Bio: Nicole Barralet Photography​

MAKING YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA
A Brisbane based wedding day, boudoir and personal branding photographer. We want to document your life’s moments. We will help you look natural, feel gorgeous and look completely comfortable in all of your photos. So let’s have some fun and create a stress-free photography experience!
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