Am I Too Old For a Boudoir Session?
by Jillin Doores
Let me start off by saying that a common misconception when it comes to boudoir photography is that you need to be a 20-something-year-old bride in order to be worthy of a boudoir session. This is simply not true! You do not need to be at any certain age or wait for a specific milestone to embark on this adventure. If you have found yourself here in some way, perhaps your journey has already begun!
Wherever you find yourself today, let’s talk about what may be holding you back and why you really do deserve a boudoir session - at any age!
What’s holding you back?
We are going to jump right into it and talk about the 3 top reasons why many women over 40 are apprehensive about booking their boudoir session:
Your body doesn’t look like it used to.
Let’s face the facts, your body has seen some shit. Comparing yourself to how you looked in your 20’s isn’t fair. Perhaps it’s true what they say, “Youth is wasted on the young.” Some women keep putting this experience off because they want to “be in the best shape of their lives” even if that is simply unattainable now.
Lack of self-compassion.
“I wouldn’t be able to do a boudoir session because. . . [insert your excuse here].” Whether you experienced a difficult childhood, a bad relationship, or you lack self-esteem or confidence, in some way or another you may have some feelings of unworthiness, making you think that you don’t deserve this experience.
The cost of a boudoir experience is a significant financial investment.
Many of our 40+ clients may have more financial security than they did in their 20’s; however, most women have a hard time grappling with whether or not they are worth this investment.
Why You Deserve a Luxury Boudoir Session
Now that we’ve addressed what may be holding you back, let’s talk about the many reasons why women 40+ deserve a boudoir experience.
Age is JUST a Number!
We wholeheartedly believe that no woman is too old for a boudoir session. You don’t need to wait for a specific age to treat yourself to a boudoir shoot. The truth is, you’ve already experienced a lifetime. Let’s honor who you have become and celebrate everything that got you here.
Build Confidence!
We cannot express how many women who are interested in a boudoir session are really interested in building their self-confidence up. Almost all women are harshly critical about their weight, size, or shape. It can be so difficult to see our own beauty when we are fixated on our shortcomings. Working with you to downplay areas of insecurity while accentuating your assets helps you see yourself in a more beautiful and compassionate way.
An Unforgettable Experience!
Choosing the right photographer is essential to your boudoir journey. With our thorough process, preparation guides, and experienced boudoir professionals, you can trust that Boudoir Studios New York will be guiding you every step of the way. Most of our clients have never done anything like this before. . . about half of them have also never worn lingerie either! We love helping our clients find the perfect outfits! The day of your session is all about you. The only nerves that you have come from within as you will already be prepped on what to expect and what to bring. Our glam squad will take care of your hair and makeup, our photographers tell you exactly how to pose, all you need to do is show up! To learn more about how to choose the right photographer, check out our blog post: 5 Indispensable Qualities Your Boudoir Photographer Must Have So You Can Avoid Disappointment.
Our mission is to reveal to every single woman whom we get to work with - no matter her age, no matter her size, no matter her walk of life - that she is beautiful and worth it.
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