What to do this Valentine’s Day? (Even if you’re single)

VALENTINE’S DAY BOUDOIR

It’s never too early to start planning your Valentine’s Day boudoir photoshoot. It doesn’t matter if you are single or in a relationship, you can still have a ton of fun on this special day. Every woman deserves to treat herself at one point during their busy lives with a boudoir photo shoot!

It’s the kind of gift you can give and get to keep it, too! This will be a reminder of how gorgeous you are! So you can look back when your 85 and say “Damn! I looked good!” I want to take a moment to let you know how you can have the most fun with your upcoming Valentine’s boudoir shoot.

You don’t have to have your typical boudoir shoot if you want to have some fun, you can do a pin-up photoshoot! Make things funky with fun outfits, or the classic sexy red lingerie-confidence look. You could even pose as an angel in disguise in pale pink if you like. The good thing is there is no set color on what you should choose. You can choose reds, golds, pinks, and blacks all work as well. Add a personal touch with your or your special someone’s favorite sports team. With this Valentine’s Day special boudoir photoshoot, sky is the limit on the possibilities of your wardrobe choices.

 

For your boudoir photoshoot makeup, a smooth smokey eye is very popular to make your eyes really stand out. When you pair this with a beautiful matte red lipstick the effect is both alluring and sultry. However, don’t discount the soft subtle look of barely-there pale pink lip gloss. Natural style of makeup can give you a “girl next door” look while still being enticing. When it comes to your makeup whatever look you choose your wardrobe and I, your best boudoir photographer in Toronto and Vancouver, will be sure to compliment it all beautifully.

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Don’t forget about your shoes! Most women love shoes and there is a reason why. They just make us feel HOT! I always recommend having an assortment of colors for your boudoir photoshoot from black, red to even yes, a nude. You never know what a good pair of heals paired with certain outfits can do for your all-around look and feel. So, bring your stilettos, your tall heeled boots, and heck! even tennis shoes if that’s your vibe!

And of course, there is jewelry! You don’t want to forget to take your jewelry with you. You may want to take an heirloom piece or a unique
costume piece. So why not go out and look through the boutiques or antique shops to find that perfect pieces of jewelry for your photo shoot?

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Once all of this is done, you will have the option to spoil your loved one with the most beautiful albums that are made in Italy and printed to museum quality perfection. It screams luxury when you touch the premium quality of the prints and albums. Wrap a little red ribbon around this luxury black book and you are all set to entice your love and make them feel grateful for having your gorgeous presence in their life 😉 Or even if you are single, this album will be your legacy reminder — make one album every year to remind you that you are a strong-willed, soft-hearted human who deserves to be celebrated everyday.

What’s more is this: If you are a past client that I have already photographed, you can come in with your partner for an exclusive couple’s session at the studio! Get it all steamy and hot!

Now with all this information about this superb Valentine’s Day gift idea for him/her/SO, when you step into the studio for your very special Valentine’s Day boudoir shoot you will be prepared to have yourself transformed into the vixen that I know is in there!

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR CUSTOM VALENTINE’S DAY SHOOT!

 

 

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Pinup Boudoir Photography Special in Toronto

Looking for an excuse to a pinup photoshoot in Toronto? Here are 5 reason why you should do it now!

When you think about what a pinup boudoir photoshoot means to you what comes to mind? Is it the 50’s and 60’s models and actresses like Betty Grabel or Marilyn Monroe poses? Back then women felt objectified when they saw these pin ups posted in their local mechanic garages or in mens rooms, but today we don’t feel the same about it.

Today when we do a pin up shoot it’s about showing just how confident and sexy we are. It’s taking a look in a mirror and owning who we are and liking it. Gone are the days of feeling insecure in our own bodies when we can have a boudoir pin up shoot to show us just how sexy we can be. With all of this in mind, I want to give you 5 honest reasons why you should go ahead and book your Toronto pin up boudoir shoot by the end of this blog.

1. You will conquer your fear

When posing for any photos now a days we don’t want to or don’t have time to. When we think of doing a boudoir pin up the excuses are limitless. As a skilled and professional pinup boudoir photographer in Toronto, you can discuss your fears with me in confidence. We are here to make you feel as comfortable as possible so we can give you the best shoot of your life.

 

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2. Looking at ourselves objectively

When you have someone else take your photos, especially a pinup boudoir photographer in Toronto such as myself, they are going to find your beauty that is there yet we are all determined to look over. Finding the beauty while doing pin up is the same thing and it can even turn out to be fun for you.

3. Getting back into your confidence groove

At one point we were all confident in our skin, but something took that away from us. This is a great way to gain that confidence back because by the end of your session you will be feeling exhilarated, sexy, and wanting more. Pinup Boudoir photography is classy, sexy and you will want to have this memento for years to come.

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4. To honor yourself.

That’s right as women today we don’t take enough time to honor ourselves. This is the perfect opportunity to do that. And, it makes a great gift for a special someone like yourself.

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5. Lastly, but just as importantly, doing a pinup photoshoot is fun!

Not only do you get to play around with different outfits, maybe even fun 50’s hair and makeup if that is your wish, but it’s also a fun way to see how really body positive they can be. You don’t have to be a size 2 to feel sultry, and you don’t have to be a size 12 to feel curvy. When posing for any form of boudoir photography is about making all your wonderful assets feel as appealing as you allow the photographer to allow you to feel.

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Now I bet you are still coming up with a reason why you may not want to have your pinup boudoir session done, but I really cannot think of any reason why not to let the negativity go and really have fun with things. You are a strong beautiful woman and you should celebrate yourself at any age or stage in your life. In the words of Ashley Graham, “You can be sexy and feel good in your skin, no matter what size you are.”

 

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17 Thoughts All Women Have When Going Lingerie Shopping

1. “Time to Pull Off an Adriana Lima! Wait. Where Do I Begin?”

You walk into the store and your sprits are high in excitement for your boudoir shoot. And no idea where to begin? No worries! Our helpful Lingerie Guide, which comes complimentary with all bookings along with 2 other e-books, will be your best friend, helping you find the best look!

2. “Can I Rock This Without the Wings?”

You can. But you don’t have to!

I took this image on the right during an outdoor boudoir session and have had so many women since request these wings! I actually went ahead to to special order these and I now have real Ostrich feather, Victoria’s Secret runway angel wings available for special Toronto boudoir sessions in the studio! Interested? Drop me a line and I can fill you up with the details!

 

3. “Do Women Really Wear This Kinda Stuff?” 

In the privacy of an all-female professional boudoir photography studio, which makes you feel like home, you’ll end up surprising yourself for what you can dare to wear 😉

The idea is to keep it classy and beautiful at all time. That’s my job. Your job is to bring that one piece you so badly want but feel almost embarrassed to even show it to anyone, let alone be photographed in it. Challenge yourself. Or you will regret not at least trying it out!

 

4. “Sold a Kidney to Get This Set, I Better Look Like a Supermodel!”

You WILL look like a supermodelThat’s my job 😉

Also, you don’t have to sell a kidney. I have special coupon codes and recommendations for you to get beautiful custom lingerie that’s locally produced and designed. Let’s talk and I will help ya out!

 

5. “Is This Supposed to be This Uncomfortable?”

A little bit of pain, and you get lots of sexy in gain! But it doesn’t always need to be this bad. Check out these ideas for a kick-ass beautiful boudoir session. During your Production Design Meeting, we will have lots of time to think outside the box 😉 Hit me up?

6. “Who Am I Kidding? Let’s Just Stick to the Period Panties”

Maybe it’s time for a change. Maybe you are long overdue to treat yourself and get out of those cotton staples.

And, girl, we have seen it all at the studio. And our all-female environment is stocked with supplies too!

7. “Babydolls? Garter? Sexy Satin? I NEED to Have ALL of This!”

There is NO wardrobe change limit to your session. NONE!

So go ahead and bring that suitcase and the garment bag and everything else and we will help you carry it all into the studio!

 

8. Quadruple Boob Syndrome

Oh, I know this one too well! Pushup doing weird things that puppies keep overspilling!

During your boudoir session, we will do a proper lingerie consult and along with my years of experience in beauty posing and retouching, we will make sure you look absolutely as perfect as you truly are!

9: “I Figured Out Where All the Straps Go!”

Rest assured, you will also look as sassy as you see yourself in the fitting room mirror!

 

10. Is There a Tutorial I Can Find for This?

Pffft.

We’re experts at dressing you up (and down!) for the perfect boudoir look you can ever have! Just order that fishnet one piece you’ve been eyeing online and we will help you get in it! AND kill it!

11. “Hold On. How Do I Get Out Of This Now?”

Get that corset, girl! And we will help you lace it up for the shoot and loosen it up after, too!

12. “Ohhhhh no! Please Don’t Tear! I Will Give Up Coffee for a Whole Week! PleaseeeeDon’tTear!”

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We know all the tricks in the bag and will help you save the best of it all for a that romantic dinner date 😉

13. “SALE TIME! There goes my rent money…”

Grab your girlfriend and go to splurgetown with lingerie shopping! Better yet, bring her in, too, and make your boudoir session a double session!

Ever heard of a better Girls’ Day Out idea?!

14. “Um… What Exactly is This Supposed to ‘Cover?'”

For your boudoir session, go a little risqué. A little out of your comfort zone. And we’ll transform your beautiful form into a complete work of art!

15. “Street-corner Fishnet? Or High-End Stockings?

Why not both? A little experimentation hurt no one 😉

 

16. Oooh, Yeah! That’s the One!

Your dream lingerie can be anything! From that vintage beauty your grandma gave your mom or that gorgeous new Fenty line.

 

17. “Watch Out, Miranda Kerr!”

LET’S SHOOT, GIRLFRIEND!

 

Now It’s Time to (privately) Photograph That Look!

That lingerie splurge gave you super powers. And I’m now here to capture that essential beauty that you are!

Let’s get down to Booking Your Session so you have something to look back to and celebrate anytime you ever doubt yourself!

 

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Finest Handmade Lingerie in Toronto

Off the rack doesn’t work for your rack?

THEN IT’S TIME TO SPLURGE ON FINE LINGERIE MADE IN TORONTO!

Recently I’ve become a collector of fine lingerie. The reason? After having the baby, there were not only physical changes in my body but also personality changes. For example, I’d rather dish out a few extra bucks to get a comfortable and a PERFECT FIT set of undergarments than the same amount of money on 5 cheaper off-the-rack versions that never feel worth the spent. Honestly, Victoria’s Secret, LaSenza, La Vie en Rose etc have become a huge hit or miss for me.

So I went on a hunt in the city and I’m happy to report that I found not one but a few FABULOUS women who have specialized stores and studios in Toronto to create lingerie that looks and fits the absolute best I have ever seen.

I’m listing these amazing custom lingerie found and produced in Toronto for your ease <3

 

Women pour their hearts out to me when they call me to talk about why they want to do this shoot. Let me share some of those stories with you.

*With Love Lingerie*

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Carrie, the owner and designer of With Love Lingerie is one of the sweetest people you’ll ever meet. Her collections reminds me of the grandeur of a Gatsby party. What’s more? For a limited time, all Dream Boudoir Toronto ladies will get a 50% off coupon with booking for anything purchased off her website. THAT’S RIGHT, GIRL! Half-off your entire order of this custom-made lingerie brand straight out of Hamilton!

HOW COOL IS THAT!

 

*Bettie Fatal*

This brand of Toronto’s finest handmade custom lingerie is romantic and deadly in nature. I LOVE how the owner and designer of Bettie Fatal, the lovely Avery Barsony, quotes the words of McQueen, “I want people to be afraid of the women I dress.” A girl after my own heart. Love her collections. Check out her Instagram by the same name for her always limited-edition new designs.

 

*Ohhh Lulu*

In the world of custom lingerie experts in Toronto/GTA, Sarah Norwood is a very well-known name. She also sells sewing patterns if you’re a DIY kinda girl and she also takes custom orders for fine lingerie in Toronto and beyond. Check it out and let me know what you love from her line for your next shoot!

 

*Gigi’s House of Frills*

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Julia, who also goes by Gigi, is the sweetest vintage doll herself and the owner of this cute store right off Ossington station. If you are looking for beautiful vintage lingerie in Toronto or vintage-inspired, this store the place to go. She also stocks some beautiful ready-to-wear items from some of the local designers I have already talked about above. If you go to my instagram (@TorontoBoudoirPhotography) you will be able to see a tour of her store I have put up on my IGTV.

Beyond Lingerie: Custom Corsets

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In addition to your “standard” lingerie sets, corsets are a BRILLIANT idea for a beautiful and elaborate boudoir photography theme. I recently did a shoot with Dianna and will be posting the pictures soon. Her corsets scream luxury and ornate art and are meant to last a very long time. Take a look at this style of custom made fine lingerie in Toronto and set up and appointment with her for a fitting of your dream corset. Then come to me and we will photograph the best boudoir photography session in Toronto anyone would’ve ever seen!

 

Beyond Toronto: Montréal

Ellesmere Lingerie has my heart! Although they are not based in Toronto, Montréal is not at all that far. You can order online and bring these beauties over for your very own, fully customized boudoir photoshoot experience. Yes, you can have it all!

 

AND GUESS WHAT?

Shopping at With Love Lingerie, Bettie Fatal, or Gigi’s House of Frills makes you eligible for a store credit at my studio for your prints! Curious how that works? Let’s talk and I will explain 🙂

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10 Types of Women Who Want to Feel Sexy

Hey, ladies!

I’m heading into another busy week of back-to-back shoots but I wanted to make sure to reach out to you to take away the “myth” behind the voice at the back of your head, “but what kind of women go to a boudoir studio?!”

The short answer is: A woman like you. Because you are reading this for a reason. As a female boudoir photographer myself, you will find the love and support you need to embrace yourself at your most beautiful!

 

Women pour their hearts out to me when they call me to talk about why they want to do this shoot, this is one of the many reasons of being a female boudoir photographer in Toronto. Let me share some of those stories with you.

1. THE NERVOUS WRECK

You are judging yourself before even giving yourself a chance. You feel like you want this boudoir photoshoot SO BAD but what if someone sees your photos? What if they judge you for being vain (i.e. BEAUTIFUL)? For being indulgent (i.e. TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF)? You are so nervous if you “still got it” and if you will be able to keep it together come the day of the shoot.

This is 90% of all women who walk into my studio. TRUST ME, the care with which I craft every shoot, their nervousness goes away so fast that once they book a photoshoot in my all female boudoir photography studio, their confidence REALLY spikes up. To the point that almost all of the “Nervous Wrecks” end up requesting a classy topless shot 10 minutes into the session! NO KIDDING!

2. THE SELFLESS ONE

You keep giving, and giving, and giving: To your husband, to your kids, to your parents, to your friends, to your work. Ever wondered what it’s like to take a break and instead of giving the best of you to others all the time, replenish yourself with taking a day that’s just for yourself? Tasteful and classy glamour portraits and boudoir photography will remind you that you are your first priority and responsibility. In the airplanes, they say it for a reason that you should put on your oxygen mask before helping others — because that is the only way you can help others. So give yourself a treat and do this Toronto boudoir photography session just like so many other women like you who I meet everyday.

 

3. THE ONE GIFTING HER SEXY

The Luxury boudoir album, printed at the museum quality lab in Italy is the absolute favourite of most women do a shoot with me. From the perspective of a female boudoir photographer in in Toronto, I know that my studio’s Italian-made Boudoir Photography Professional Albums are the absolutely perfect gift for your partner, be it Christmas, Valentine’s, your birthday, their birthday, you name it!

 

4. THE ONE STUCK IN A RUT

Yep, you’re bored. Same old routine, same old you, from home to hustle, every day seems like the one before. No time to think about a change of haircut, or risking a new makeup routine, or even thinking outside the work wardrobe capsule, be it the nurse’s slacks or the pant-suit. Sex life also seems to have hit a plateau — These women come to me, your Toronto GTA Boudoir Photographer expert, to make them come alive once again. The supermodel experience of you being the centre of attention for an entire day and you playing dress-up every which way. For these women, this is one the best days they’ve had in a long time, in their own words.

5. THE HEARTBROKEN ONE

From stories of being in an unhappy or abusive relationship to amicable parting or cheating spouses, my all-female Toronto boudoir photography studio has seen it all. The good news is that you now have the “excuse” that you needed to put your big girl pants on, wipe away your tears, and embrace the stronger you that is on her way to rising out of the ashes just like a Dumbledore’s Phoenix! 😉 I show women like you the mirror of self-love and confidence everyday. You’ve got this!

 

6. THE NEWLY IN LOVE

If you ask the women what “newly” in love means, they will tell you about the guy they met 6 months ago or the guy they have been married to for 28 years but found their heart skipping a beat again. This boudoir photoshoot has it all: I will capture the twinkle in your eyes, the glow on your face, the best of his white shirts framing your body.

 

7. THE WARRIOR

You overcame a serious health issue or you just paid off your house AND put your kids through college: Whatever defines strength for you, my studio has seen it all. The women who walk into my boudoir photography studio have so many stories of strength and courage that whenever they do allow me to share their struggle, I can see other women identify with it find inspiration in it. I’ll be your trusted confidante female boudoir photographer, and I encourage you to tell your story and celebrate your triumphs. You can read more about these stories on the blog here.

8. THE ONE WHO HAS NEVER BOUGHT LACEY LINGERIE BEFORE

The last time these women thought about pretty and not just practical underwear was their wedding 25 years ago. And that was also the only time they bought something half-decent. Because who’s gonna see your splurge? When these women book their shoot at my all-female Toronto boudoir photography studio, they LOVE the helpful e-books I send them and find it so empowering to walk into a lingerie store to buy the most delicate and romantic thing they can find and for no other reason but to feel gorgeous inside out. The shoot becomes their excuse to have this experience and not feel guilty or ashamed about owning “nice things” in life. Congratulations, girls!

9. THE NEW GRANDMA

From those who got married at 19 30 years ago to the 62 year old grandma of six, I have photographed it all. Seriously! Feeling fabulous has no age or weight limit and the trust of these wise women in my professional photography at the boudoir studio makes MY day a fabulous one!

10. THE SEXTING DIVA

Long distance across the ocean or 20 minutes drive away from home at their work place, OR a new Tinder prospect, at my Toronto boudoir photography studio, women experience a new side of their sexy everyday. Taking “shame” away from it all, I strongly believe that a woman’s body is to be celebrated so enjoy these beautiful photos to boost your own self-esteem and to remind your special someone how lucky they are 😉

 

BUT WAIT: THERE’S MORE!

11. THE HUSTLING SINGLE MAMA

I salute you, ladies — because your stories and your effort is HARD WORK. And it’s always a pleasure to be your professional boudoir photographer.

12. THE ONE WITH SELF-DOUBT

Am I good enough? Am I thin enough? Am I young enough? Am I sexy enough? Is feeling sexy really a “need?” Oh, god, woman! Stop! I get teary when women talk like that about themselves — that’s why, at my  Toronto boudoir photography studio, no negative self-talk is allowed. And trust me, all the women who walk in with these thoughts leave the studio skipping with happiness and confidence once they see how beautiful they look!

13. THE ONE WITH BURSTING SELF-CONFIDENCE

These women have got it all. They’re the definition of Beyoncé’s Independent Woman. And they come to do this glamour makeover boudoir photoshoot to document the amazing bliss they’re experiencing in their lives and to keep feeling fabulous forever!

 

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