A sporty boudoir session is proof that boudoir does not have to look a certain way. You do not need lace, silk, or a traditional lingerie set to feel confident in front of the camera. If you are more of a tomboy, sports girl, or someone who would rather wear a jersey than a babydoll, this kind of session might be exactly your vibe.
As a Wisconsin and Minnesota boudoir photographer, I’m all in! I love all different styles and preferences in my studio. You don’t need to be a glam-queen to have an amazing boudoir session.
This particular session brought all of that fun-loving, sporty energy into the studio. The deep brown backdrop and warm, dramatic lighting we used created a moody, almost editorial feel. It gave the entire gallery a little edge while keeping the focus completely on her!
This particular session brought all of that fun-loving, sporty energy into the studio. The deep brown backdrop and warm, dramatic lighting we used created a moody, almost editorial feel. It gave the entire gallery a little edge while keeping the focus completely on her!
This client brought a mix of sports-inspired looks that were both personal and playful. One look featured a Minnesota Vikings jersey styled off the shoulders with black underwear. She paired it with a football for some fun, flirty images that still felt completely like her. Who says you need harnesses and black lace to feel sexy AF?!
Another look switched things up with a cropped Wolves jersey and distressed denim shorts. The jeans were undone just enough to add a little spice. The oversized jersey gave the look that effortless, ‘I-just-threw-this-on’ energy.
And that is exactly what I love about boudoir. You can make it completely your own! Want traditional glam? Moody vibes? Floral and feminine!? You got it!
But you want a sporty boudoir session? That's 100% available to you too!
How to Make a Sporty Boudoir Session Your Own
Your session should feel like YOU. If traditional lingerie isn't your thing, don't force it.
Try bringing:
- Your favorite sports jersey
- A football, basketball, baseball, or other favorite sports ball
- Ripped jeans or short denim shorts
- Your favorite Jordans or Nike sneakers
- Fishnet tights layered over your favorite underwear
- Team gear that has sentimental meaning
- Anything else that makes you feel confident
You can keep the outfit casual. You can make it spicy. And, you can even mix the two.
The goal is not to fit into someone else's idea of what boudoir should look like. It is about creating images that make you look at yourself differently. Pictures that remind you that confidence can look like a lace set, an oversized jersey, or a simple black thong.
This sporty boudoir session was bold, playful, and unapologetically her. And that is exactly what your boudoir experience should be.
So bring the jersey. Bring the sneakers. Bring the sports equipment. Most importantly, bring the version of yourself that feels the most YOU.
Because you do not have to be girly-girl to feel sexy. You just have to feel like yourself.
And if that sounds like your kind of boudoir, let's plan your sporty boudoir session.
