There are always intriguing new trends surrounding weddings. One of the most interesting, depending on your point of view, is the boudoir photography trend. The concept is simple: the bride gets a professional to take sexy pictures of her that will be a present for her fiance. This article explores the question about whether boudoir photography is a wedding do or a wedding don’t.

The primary reason to undertake intimate pre-wedding pictures is to thrill your fiance. Brides who decided to do sexy pictures often say that it made them feel very confident in their femininity. Great boudoir photography does not require a model thin shape, just that you love yourself the way you are. If you feel embarrassed or shy, it will show through in the pictures. There is a continuum in intimate photography from very revealing to leaving a lot to the imagination. Some women wear little more for wedding boudoir photography than their wedding jewelry and a big smile. A lot of ladies opt to wear lacy little underthings, which can be barely there or fairly covered up. Remember that your personal comfort level is key here.

If you aren’t quite ready to go “the full Monty”, you might consider something along the lines of a glamour photo shoot. You could wear a very elegant silk nightgown that leaves plenty to the imagination, but that still looks very romantic. Or you could be fully dressed in an evening gown and some of the jewelry for your wedding, like a fabulous lounge singer. Another idea is to dress up like a naughty candystriper or some other classic sexy/sweet character. They are enticing, but not at all naked. It is truly a matter of what kind of person you are. It is also important to think about your groom and his tastes. He might love a cheeky set of photos or he might be upset to think about the photographer seeing you that way.

When considering boudoir photography, it is very important to find the right professional. First of all, meet the photographer and see if they put you at ease. Never undertake a photo shoot of a personal nature without signing a very strict contract first. Be sure that you have in writing that your pictures can not be published anywhere, including online. Recommendations are helpful too, in assuring that you are working with a reputable professional, not some sleaze. Only undertake very risque pictures if you feel like you could live with them falling into the wrong hands, because it is always at least a slim possibility. You certainly hear the horror stories of pictures ending up on Facebook, so do be careful.

Ultimately, the choice of whether or not to do a boudoir photo shoot comes down to your personal comfort level. For some brides, it makes the ultimate wedding gift to the groom, but other women are just not comfortable with the whole idea. Ultimately, boudoir photography is not inherently a good or bad idea; it is a completely personal choice.