Boudoir Makeover & Photoshoot Experience

Having spent more than a decade photographing women, I have developed an understanding of what it takes to create an empowering experience for our ladies.

My passion for Boudoir Photography has come from my own journey with how I view myself as I have gotten older. With each woman we have in the studio the importance of what we do becomes more prevalent. It’s my mission to help Every woman learn to love themselves and feel beautiful just the way they are.

 

I know firsthand that in life we get caught up looking after other people. Whether that’s being career driven, being a partner or being a mum. We seem to forget to take the time to look after ourselves. To top it off when we do, we often feel guilty about it, which can have an effect on our own self-belief and confidence.

We must seize the day and be proactive in focusing on us and learning to love ourselves again. It’s not just a simple case of doing our hair and makeup, putting our best clothes on, and being told that we look lovely. It must come from within, we need to believe that we are beautiful. We can put things off forever waiting for the perfect time to do something about it. But, as we all know that time never comes, we must be brave and push ourselves out of our comfort zone.

When you open the doors to our studio it’s important to me that you realise that you are in safe hands. We are all unique and no one Boudoir experience is the same. Our full focus is on making you feel welcome and valued. We know you’re excited, we are too! This is the perfect opportunity to connect with that strong, sexy woman that you know you are.

How will it make you feel being able to see yourself come to life with gorgeous art work, for your home?

Allow us to take you on a transformational journey.

We Are All Beautiful And We Deserve To Believe It.

Book your Boudoir shoot!

Firstly, using the very latest products – our professional make up artist will work with you to create the perfect look and put the finishing touches to your transformation by dry-styling your hair. This initial pampering typically lasts about 1 hour.

During your photoshoot we make sure every woman feels confident and special during their time with us. We understand that you will be nervous in the lead up to your shoot and that appearing almost naked in front of strangers can be a very daunting prospect, however you will find that after a short while you will wonder what all the worry was about!

Firstly, using the very latest products – our professional make up artist will work with you to create the perfect look and put the finishing touches to your transformation by dry-styling your hair. This initial pampering typically lasts about 1 hour.

During your photoshoot we make sure every woman feels confident and special during their time with us. We understand that you will be nervous in the lead up to your shoot and that appearing almost naked in front of strangers can be a very daunting prospect, however you will find that after a short while you will wonder what all the worry was about!

We are a Husband and Wife team who shoot Boudoir at the studio. Stan is our professional photographer and has been shooting for 44 years. Shelley is our Boudoir stylist, and it’s her job to make sure there are no nerves during your shoot and to help you with all the posing.

Don’t worry about being nervous, everyone is! It usually takes a little while to get warmed up, but we’ll make you feel as comfortable as possible. Once you’ve seen how amazing you look after your makeover, you’ll be excited to show it off. We will firstly help you relax and then we will guide you through poses which will bring out the best in you. Everyone leaves the studio telling us how much fun they had.

The most important thing is to bring outfits that you are going to feel comfortable wearing . We encourage you to bring several outfits that you love. To give it a personal touch, you can bring one of his shirts and ties or a Football or Rugby shirt would look great. Corsets are a great choice for boudoir as are stockings and heels. Jackets and coats are also useful but everything depends on you and your personality and comfort levels. If you are having a makeover and not a boudoir session, bring what you would wear for a very special night out. Other things you might want to bring include underwear, belts, hats, long boots, strappy shoes, stockings / tights. If you require a bridal set you can bring along your wedding underwear, shoes, veil and tiara if you have them. These are just ideas though – feel free to bring anything with you to accessorise your shoot!

We have a number of sets and a varied range of jewellery accessories and also wedding accessories like veils and wedding underskirts etc.

Although we do not restrict the time allowed for your shot, it should normally last around 4 hours including make up. There will be lots of light refreshments during your boudoir experience.

As much as you dare! Reveal as much or as little as you are comfortable with there will be no pressure from us, you set the boundaries of your shoot. However as your confidence grows in front of the camera do not be afraid to suggest poses.

After your session has taken place, we’ll take you through to our design consultation room for the big reveal of your photographs! We then suggest it can be anywhere between 4-6 weeks after your reveal for the receiving of your photographs.

Yes we do, but only if you wish. Retouching is such a personal thing that we discuss with each person the level they would like. After all, your photographs still need to look like you!

You are more than welcome to bring a friend with you for the shoot, or even your partner if you wish!

Not at all, as long as you are over 18 years old we are happy to arrange your experience. There is no upper age limit!

Our Boudoir Experiences take place on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am and 2pm.

We have a wide range of products that are expertly finished to show of your photographs in the best possible way. Whether that is with a stunning piece of art work you can display on your wall, or in a keepsake album so you can pull it out when you’re having a bad day! We have all of our products displayed around our studio so you can see what we do when you come along.

  • 1 x hour with professional makeup artist using Mac products & dry hair styling
  • Unlimited wardrobe changes
  • 1 hour photoshoot with Stan & female assistant (Shelley)
  • Private design consultation room for the reveal of your photographs
  • £200 studio credit to use towards your photographs
  • Free magazine style airbrushing

We have an exclusive offer on which means all this is only £75!

Call us today on 01226 281915 to find out what our latest offers are!

Your Boudoir Stories

I saw you post looking for models to do new poses you wanted try out .At 52 wasnt sure if I would be suitable .Luckily you invited me along to a shoot My husband of 29 years passed away in 2015 I also have MS and I’m not really a girly girl for make up ,fancy undies or big heels more used to muddy walking boots and waterproofs . But i wanted to do something that’s not really me . Shopping followed inc big shoes even had my nails painted. I went on my own and I loved every minute of it .The lovely lady that did my make up and hair , wow , I loved that so much ! then off i went for the shoot with Shelley and Stan .. you guys are fab and made it so really easy to do , (thanks for letting me hold onto your shoulder while I had my big shoes on Shelley ) lol . When I came back to look at my photos I thought I might like one or two but I was surprised how good they all were! . I picked my photos and collected them a few weeks later .I love them and so do the ladies I have shown them to . I like how they still look like me without having every line airbrushed away which I didn’t want . And thankyou for letting me use my husband’s hat on a couple of poses made it really special for me . I can’t wait to come back in a few months after I’ve had all my tattoos finished .Altho now I know my calves will ache for days after due to big heels . Ouch . I would really recommend all the ladies to do this it really is fun and makes you feel good about yourself. Thankyou Stan&Shelley xx 

Dawn.

To Stan & Shelley, just to say a big thank you for making me feel like a woman again x

Angela

I just want to thank you for my wonderful boudoir photos, the shoot was a great experience and it’s on of the best things I’ve ever done!! Im so impressed with the photos I can’t stop looking at them, I keep thinking is that really me?? Thanks again!

H. Boldry

Thank you so much Stan and Shelley, I absolutely love my photos from the shoot! You made me feel so at ease, despite my initial nerves! (Sorry for singing all the way through the shoot!) No doubt I’ll be in touch soon for an album cover ? x

Liz

Just wanted to say what a fantastic session I had! I really enjoyed every minute. Phil my partner who you remember was in the Philippines has seen my pics and his response was “WOW!!!!!” Totally amazing !!!!

Tina. S

Absolutely amazing. It wasn’t my first boudoir shoot but by far my best would recommend it to anyone no matter what your age or size I felt amazing and sexy and my husband really loved it too. Couldn’t thank you enough xx

Amy Holmes

Amazing people didn’t think I’d feel so comfortable in underwear in front of strangers but how wrong was I. Enjoyed every second 🙂 xx

Kira Nichol

The whole experience from making the first phone call to book my session, to collecting my fantastic photo album was truly amazing, Stan and Shelly are the perfect double act for encouraging you to get the most out of the shoot. Thank you so much, I’m sending all my friends your way xx

Sarah Foster

For the first time in my life I felt beautiful. I can’t thank you enough for the breathtaking pictures. You had poses which accommodated my disability but still made me feel alluring. I cannot recommend you highly enough xx

Jane Atack

Thank you for making my boudoir shoot so easy! And the results were fab! Mark loved his present. Highly recommended! X

Symore Jubb

I tell everyone they should do this it is absolutely life changing

Tracey Bunting

Hi Stan and Shelly, thank you for a wonderful afternoon at my boudoir photo shoot. You made me feel so at ease and Sally did a fantastic job on my hair and makeup. Rob and I really enjoyed looking through the photo’s last night and are both really looking forward to getting the album. Thanks again, Sally x

Sally. S

The time and attention you both showed was immeasurable and customer service 5 star! Throughout the afternoons top class experience, all my love Julie

Julie Shelswell

Thanks, so much Stan & Shelley for the Boudoir shoot. To just say I was nervous and had my inhibitions, but you made me feel so at ease and dare I say a little bit sexy ha-ha!”

Rachel Spink

To Stan & Shelley, Many thanks for a fabulous experience. My pictures are perfect in every way. Thanks again Jo x

Joanne Firth

Just want to say thank you for the photos today, they are absolutely lovely and I’ve had so many compliments and comments ? Thank you!

Karen. E

Would highly recommend this, i had a fab time at my shoot. Felt amazing and the pictures were unbelievable!! Hayley Nicholson – I very VERY highly recommend it guys!!! Xxxx

C. Baggaley

Thanks so much Stan + Shelly for my boudoir photo shoot. To just say I was nervous and had inhibitions, but you made me feel so at ease and dare I saw – a little bit sex – ha,ha! Sure my hubby will be thrilled with the results for our ‘first’ wedding anniversey!

R. Spink

Love my pictures as does everyone who has seen them. Thank you!!

Lena Budworth