Boudoir sessions may be right for some brides but the images below seem just as sensual {imho} and I like that you wouldn't have to worry about your grandparents stealing a glimpse*:
If you and your fiance have a little pet, I love the idea of including them in the shoot for some tender images like the one above with Audrey Hepburn. What groom-to-be wouldn't adore some photos of his two loves?
If you dance, why not incorporate your talent into the shoot like these fun photos taken on the Brooklyn Bridge? The one below reminds me of a past J. Crew campaign. Love the pops of color.
This close shot seems so personal and revealing in an extremely intimate way without being overtly provocative. So beautiful. 
*I should note that I've come to understand and fully appreciate the body as an artform {having grown up in Europe definitely aided with that} and I agree that there are certainly some artists and photographers who are able to capture a sophisticated and refined elegance with the nude form. However, those talented souls seem to be few and far between and the trend of boudoir sessions seems to be {alarmingly} on the rise. I felt compelled to offer a more conservative take on the trend to those brides who may be on the fence. I'd love to hear your thoughts!
{Images: 1: Perry Ogden photo via This is Glamorous; 2: Audrey Hepburn found here; 3+4: Candice Stringham photos via Peonies and Polaroids; 5: Audrey Tautou found here; 6: Tim Walker photo; 7: Rodney Smith photo}
stunning pictures.
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p.s. i dont know if you know but the girl in the pink dress on the brooklyn dress has a blog.
{http://taza-and-husband.blogspot.com}
small (blog)world. ;]
I really, really love this idea. Its always nice to see photos that may actually see the light of day rather than being hidden in the back of a closet.
ReplyDeleteThese are truely beautiful! Thanks for this post... I love it!
ReplyDeleteThese are such great alternatives. I love the last photographs with the bicycle!
ReplyDeleteThese are amazing! Wonder if I have any friends that are this creative...
ReplyDeleteI completely agree, while i think boudouir is fine for someone that whats that, i would love a softer side with brides =) something with a bit more whimsy!
ReplyDeleteYes. I am 100% with you.
ReplyDeleteI love all of these photos... I've been wrestling with the idea of budoir, now I see my definite alternative!!! I especially want to incorporate our little furry baby!
ReplyDeleteAgree agree--boudoir sessions seem highly suspect to me...I love the intimacy of these shots without the tack-a-lack tastelessness that's so common in boudoir shots.
ReplyDeleteI agree completely and love this idea!
ReplyDeleteGreat inspiration pics! Makes me so excited for my wedding to come even faster.
ReplyDeleteOh this is lovely! I agree with you on wanting to create beautiful images of each woman for her and her love to enjoy her beauty. I love shooting intimate photography when it's done graciously and elegantly. Your work is beautiful! :)
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