Self acceptance, in my opinion, is something that I think may be on the same level if not, more than self love. We hear the term “self love” thrown around a lot and I think somewhere along the way, it’s a lost a bit of meaning. Now don’t get me wrong, self love is important, but self acceptance just hits different. I feel like it goes a bit deeper. In order to embrace you, the whole you, there needs to be an acceptance. I mean, if you don’t accept you, how do you love yourself?

A boudoir shoot in our Washington DC boudoir studio is definitely steps in the right direction when it comes your journey of self love and acceptance.

When Ms. F had her session, I remember her feeling apprehensive and nervous just like all my clients do, and about midway through the shoot, I could see her get a bit more comfortable and by the end, she was walking out of the studio way taller, makeup and hair still in tact, ready to take on whatever came her way. That’s the feeling I love seeing my clients take with them when they leave the studio. Best feeling in the world!

In her own words:

How would you rate your boudoir experience on a scale of 1-10?: ABSOLUTE 10! If I can give 100, I would!

How has your boudoir experience affected you or changed you?: I feel more aware of Self-Acceptance. Just be me and celebrate being me every single day.
I guess I discovered a different side of myself during the photoshoot, that it is okay to step out of your comfort zone, be vulnerable and embrace your feminine energy (oh yes, I went totally nekid and it felt so FREE)

What advice would you give someone who was nervous about or hesitant to book their own boudoir experience with me? : Use that nerve and get out there! You will be surprised on what you can do and how GREAT you will look.
And, Julie is AMAZING, she has this warmth about her, it feels like you are just having a fun and creative girls day out together. I completely forgot that it was a photoshoot session after my first shot.

Is there anything at all you would change about your boudoir experience?: NOPE! I would do it again and again in a heartbeat. I love that Julie and I can explore art and creativity through lens together.

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Having a photographic reminder of the very thing that seems so scary and so out of reach is such a powerful reminder of why that inner critic is just absolutely wrong.

Ms. R came to our Northern Virginia Boudoir Studio not sure what to expect, but after guiding her through the whole experience and even referring her to Le Bustiere for her outfit selections, she felt prepared and even more amazing after receiving her photos. Which of course is our goal here Julie Socher Boudoir.

Let’s she what she has to say:

How has your boudoir experience affected you or changed you?: Since doing my boudoir photo shoot, I can't tell you how much my life has changed. When I'm down or feeling anxious about whatever is going on in my life, I immediately look at my photos and they make me feel as if I can concur anything that comes my way, my confidence has been boosted 100%. I can't begin to explain how much good I feel for myself and for my abilities, this has been an amazing experience. It was so good I feel like doing another one already!!

What advice would you give someone who was nervous about or hesitant to book their own boudoir experience with me? : Please don't be nervous, Julie makes it so easy, it's as if I knew her a really long time. She knows what she is doing and makes you feel as comfortable as ever! Just remember that you can do anything you put your mind to, and that anything is possible. Julie will guide you each and every step of the way so that you know what to do and you feel 100% fabulous!

Is there anything at all you would change about your boudoir experience?: Absolutely nothing, it totally exceed all my expectations of what it would be like, I loved it so much.

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It’s been too long for me to remember, but as a self proclaimed workaholic I throw myself to the back burner ALL. THE. TIME. (I’m working on getting that fixed, I promise!) So, I can only imagine when you have 3 little humans to care for, mom isn’t really thinking about herself first. Scheduling her own boudoir shoot was motivation to get back to her pre-baby body and to see  and feel herself as a confident woman again. She also wanted to gift an album to her husband, but we all know that’s just the bonus..AMIRITE?!

L started her search for a boudoir photographer in her area near the Baltimore and PA area and when she expanded her search to Washington DC she came across my work and knew right away that was her style. This is HUGE and let me tell you why. It’s so important to find a photographer whose work you love, that resonates with how you want to be captured. And then rest will fall into place. Trust me on that.

Because of the distance, I hopped on a video chat with L to learn more about “the why” for her session. During this call, we talked about outfit options, (which I know for most of my clients is the biggest challenge) how she’d like to display her photos and all the album options.

I live right over the PA/MD line, and I started doing research for a photographer near me or in Baltimore, and I couldn't find anyone with a style that I was looking for- more glamorous less amateur/cheap for a lack of better words. I was just disappointed. I couldn't find any photographers' photos that I fell in love with. I, then, expanded my search to DC and found Julie's website and the photos were exactly what I was looking for- I was sold instantly.

I think my biggest fear was that my photos would not be flattering or I wouldn't like my images as much as the ones on Julie's social media. It definitely didn't come true! I loved so many of my photos it was hard to narrow them down at my reveal.

I loved the experience as a whole- the entire package I describe to my friends as the VIP package: from consultation, extra help with lingerie, make up/hair, the actual photo shoot, to the reveal. It's such a fun and an empowering experience from start to finish.

I have recommended this to so many friends all ready! I tell them of course they have to use Julie because you will not be disappointed! This type of photography is her passion and no detail gets overlooked. You may start the experience planning to give the photos as a gift, but its a total gift to yourself as well.

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