I've done two sessions with Black Lace Boudoir, and I can say without hesitation--it changed my…read morelife. After surviving a 13-year abusive marriage, I had completely lost my sense of self. My therapist suggested doing a boudoir session to reconnect with the parts of me that had been buried under years of emotional pain. At first, I didn't think it was possible. I didn't feel beautiful, strong, or worthy. I didn't even recognize myself anymore. I searched everywhere for the right photographer, but nothing felt right--until I spoke with Rami. From the very first phone call, it felt like I was talking to someone who truly saw me. She was kind, patient, and incredibly compassionate. At the time, I couldn't afford the session, and instead of turning me away, she told me she'd wait. That kind of empathy is rare. When the day finally came, I visited the client closet--an absolute treasure trove of lingerie, shoes, and accessories in every size from 0 to 6/7X. I felt included. I felt considered. And for the first time in years, I felt excited. The day of my session, I was pampered with professional hair and makeup (included!) by an incredibly talented artist. And when I stepped in front of the camera, Rami guided me with grace and care. It didn't feel forced or awkward. It felt like healing. When I saw my photos later that same day, I cried. Not out of sadness, but because I finally saw myself--the strength, softness, beauty, and resilience that had been there all along. I've since gone back for a second session and will absolutely do another. I recommend Black Lace to any woman--especially those coming out of trauma, battling depression, or simply feeling lost. Rami doesn't just take beautiful pictures. She helps you rediscover yourself. This was more than a photo shoot. It was the beginning of my healing. And I'll never stop being grateful.

Rami is so amazing! I had the BEST experience and felt beautiful and comfortable the entire time!…read morehair and make up was incredible and made me feel beautiful. I have never done anything like this before and I would absolutely recommend Rami to anyone who wants beautifully taken pieces of art!!

Booked a session with Lili and had a blast! She is a fantastic and phenomenal photographer. I felt…read morevery comfortable during the booking, makeup, and the photo shoot! I loved the experience so much I look forward to going back again! Her studio offers so many different creative backgrounds and the colors are beautiful! She made it so easy with directing how to pose. I can't wait to see my pictures. I had the best time ever!

Lili is absolutely amazing! She is a pleasure to work with and made me feel at ease and…read morecomfortable. She has a keen artistic eye and knows her craft very well. She is flexible, kind and accommodating. She helped me choose what to wear and explained the whole process from beginning to end. Her make up artist is also outstanding. The studio is great. And the pictures came out SO good. They are fabulous and I'm so pleased. Lili made me look and feel sexy. I'm so grateful I gifted this session to myself! I definitely recommend her. You have to do it!!

I am completely blown away by the talent of this amazing husband and wife team! I had been wanting…read moreto do a boudoir session for so long and I am thankful I did it with Best Life Boudoir! Not only were they extremely professional, but they helped me feel comfortable and beautiful throughout the whole session. This team really made an intimate moment feel natural and exciting! To top it all off! I absolutely love my photos! They will be a memory of myself that I can have for for a long time to come! Thank you for literally making me feel I am living My Best Life!

From the owner: Located in Richmond Virginia, we are a husband and wife team dedicated to helping you feel…read morecomfortable and confident during your time with us while we capture your glow! While we know how much fun your session will be, we also know that most women are nervous at first. So, we'll crank your favorite music and have a blast together as you rock your favorite sexy outfits and create an album you'll love. Boudoir isn't just about sexy pictures and lingerie; it's about you feeling amazing. It's about you doing something slightly outside of your comfort zone and the empowerment that comes with that. It's about capturing images of you living your Best Life!

Emma is one of the most caring and hardworking photographers I've met! She will not only make you…read morefeel beautiful, but show you you're own beauty from the inside out! She takes her time to make you feel comfortable and sensual with yourself throughout her boudoir sessions and not to mention is a ton of fun! She also did my wedding photos and is absolutely on it! She has the best eye for detail, direction, lighting, poses, literally everything! Emma is a blast to work with on any occasion she is absolutely an amazing individual and professional!! She really goes above and beyond for her clients!

I expected this to be a very embarrassing process, and I was terrified to actually face my body…read moreissues. Having my boudoir shoot with Emma turned out to be the most fun you could imagine! I didn't have to worry about anything, hair and make up were on point and with an extreme amount of entertainment Emma will pose you and sometimes even pose for you. My pictures are incredible and I'm really excited to not only show them to my husband, but just to have them for myself.

Ginger was amazing. Ginger provides a style consultant, which is helpful for someone who has never…read moreworn lingerie, she provided ideas and great tips on where to shop. The photo shoot was awesome , Ginger did an excellent job on my hair and makeup. The pictures are wonderful, the best I have ever looked, Ginger got unsexy person to look and feel sexy.

I had an incredible experience working with Ginger. She made me feel comfortable in my own skin and…read moreI am so happy with how the photos she took turned out. Prior to the session she was very responsive and she gave great advice on how to best prepare for the session and how to style my outfits, which was very helpful and appreciated. I would recommend Ginger to any of my friends!

I absolutely LOVED my experience with Carla!! My shoot was in December of 2021 and I had the…read moreAbsolute best time ever!! My friend recommended I do a shoot. I wasn't Entirely sure because it was definitely something I wasn't sure about because I am not extremely confident in my body. I thought "why would I do this if I don't LOVE LOVE my body right now. It was the BEST decision ever!! This made me fall in love with myself again!! The shoot was so fun! Carla's energy and personality makes the session a blast!! I am Ready to book another! When I left for an hour so she could go through and edit I was So anxious and ready to see them! Her work and editing is amazing!! She made feel so comfortable during the shoot and I loved It!! I can NOT recommend her enough!! I will be telling all of my friends about her!! Not only will my fiancé love this gift but I love This gift for myself!! Thank you so much Carla, I cant Thank you enough!!!

From the owner: Estelar Boudoir is boudoir and intimate portraiture, specializing in dark and moody studio sessions…read moreto empower the mind, body, and soul. I am based out of Hampton roads, Virginia, but I have and do travel out of state on boudoir photography tours!

8/16/20 & 8/22/19…read more Once again Yelp fails to understand what a review is and delete another one of my reviews...fuck you very much:) and now on to my review. Back in February or March I saw and met with a representative at the Dulles Expo Center. This business is one of the attractions that caught my eye. Getting some photos taken with my wife could be a lot of fun. Doing nudes or something risky or out of our comfort zone would be fun. Talking to one of the representative gave good feeling and something I would like to try with my wife. I wish I could remember the name of the representative, but her name escapes me. I do remember some of the promotional photos I saw on this website and knew I had found the right business. Talking with this representative gave me the information and feeling that this business is worth doing. Doing business with them looks good because of the way the representative handled my questions.

I had a boudoir session with David and had an amazing experience. He was extremely professional and…read morehighly respected my privacy. My photos turn out beautiful. I swear he made my body and skin look 10 x times prettier than real life. David was extremely fast at responding to all my emails. Pictures and edits came back faster than expected. I highly recommend. 5 stars in every category!