What to Expect the Day of Your Boudoir Session
If you’re feeling excited and nervous about your boudoir session, that is completely normal.
Almost every woman walks into the studio with butterflies… and every woman walks out glowing.
To help you feel fully prepared and supported, here's exactly what the day of your boudoir session looks like inside The Boudoir Experience at Bay Street Studios in Beaufort, SC.
Step 1: Relax & Get Pampered with Professional Hair + Makeup
The moment you arrive, glam begins. You’ll sit with our professional hair and makeup artist and enjoy:
Soft glam or bold, your choice
Skin prep to make you glow
Hair styled to match your vibe
You don't have to know what look you want. We'll talk it through together before your session and the day of as well.
This is your time to decompress, sip something bubbly, listen to music, and settle into feeling like the queen you are.
Step 2: Wardrobe Styling
After glam, we'll style your wardrobe together. Depending on what looks you're going for, we suggest bringing 3 to 4 pieces of your favorites.
Delicate lace
Chic bodysuits
Elegant robes
Silk, mesh, and couture pieces
We will style the best looks that flatter your body, your personality, and your vision for the shoot.
Step 3: The Fully Guided Boudoir Session
No posing experience needed, and no idea what to do with your face or hands? Don't worry. That's my job.
Throughout your session I will guide you with:
Step-by-step posing
Facial expression coaching
Confidence boosting feedback
You'll never be left wondering what to do. I've got you every second.
Women always say:
"I thought I would feel nervous, but I've never felt so comfortable in my own skin."
Step 4: Image Reveal & Artwork Ordering
After your session, go home and sit with that feeling for a minute. I get to work on your images, and then comes the best part.
Then…. Magic.
You'll sit down for your reveal and see yourself the way the world sees you.
Powerful. Elegant. Radiant. Breathtaking.
You'll choose from our luxury fine art collections:
Handcrafted albums
Luxury prints and matted folios
Signature wall portraits
Digital collections
There is nothing like the moment you see your portraits for the first time.
The Experience Stays With You
Women come for the photographs…but they leave with something much deeper.
Confidence.
Self-love.
A spark reignited.
Your artwork becomes a reminder of who you are, every single day.
Ready to Experience It for Yourself?
Still have questions?
The FAQ page covers everything from what to bring to what happens after your session. And when you're ready, you can find full pricing details at the pricing guide.
Sessions at Bay Street Studios in Beaufort, SC book out 4 to 6 months in advance. If you've been thinking about it, now is the time.
With so much love,
Emily Scott
Boudoir by Emily at Bay Street Studios
