A Mark Andrew Editorial
The lingerie guide.
An editorial styling cheat-sheet for prepping for your boudoir session — what flatters, what photographs beautifully, and what to leave on the rack.
An editorial styling cheat-sheet for prepping for your boudoir session — what flatters, what photographs beautifully, and what to leave on the rack.
Your wardrobe should reflect you — your style, your story, the parts of yourself you want to celebrate. This guide will take you from "I have no idea what to bring" to "I want to wear all of it."
On shoot day, wear the loosest clothing you own. Tight waistbands, bra straps, and elastic leave indentations on your skin that show up in close-ups and take time to fade.
Take a deep breath (or ten) and remind yourself: this is going to be amazing. The best experiences happen just outside your comfort zone — and you're already there.
Whether you're fancy, casual, frilly, edgy, or bold — bring the pieces that make you feel like the most you-version of you. This shoot is celebrating who you are, not who you think you should be.
We want to see you shine.
The right pair can transform a look. Here's a quick breakdown of the three styles that photograph best — and which body type each one flatters.
of women are wearing the wrong bra size.— industry stat, and yes, it's probably you
Visit a local bra specialty shop and get professionally fitted before your shoot. The fit changes everything — bring at least two:
A timeless black bra pairs beautifully with almost any look. Neutrals (nude, ivory, soft mauve) also complement most wardrobes.
Lace, strappy details, embroidery, velvet — texture adds drama. The fun bra is where your personality shows up.
Bralettes are comfortable and move with your body during posing — often more flattering on camera than rigid structured bras for certain shapes.
Elevate the look by layering something fun over your lingerie. A robe, a button-up, a faux fur — they add drama, dimension, and let you feel covered when you want to.
Velvet. Lace. Mesh. Fishnets. Faux fur. Satin. Silk. Sequins. Sparkly accents. Embroidery. Metallic fabrics. They catch light, add depth, and make an image feel rich.
You're allowed to reveal as much — or as little — as you feel comfortable with. Some of our most powerful images come from clients fully covered.
One important thing: don't use wardrobe to hide behind. Pick pieces that fit well — not too tight, not too loose — so you walk in confident, not buried.
Your skin's undertone tells you which colors will photograph most beautifully on you. Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist:
Cooler shades — jewel tones, blues, plums, silvers — make you glow.
Warm colors — burgundy, gold, coral, copper — bring out your skin.
You're neutral — almost anything works. Lucky you.
Avoid intense neon shades — they bounce color onto your skin and make it look orange or green in photos. Bold and saturated is great; eye-melting neon is not.
Think about the studio you're shooting in. Pick wardrobe that complements the setting — it photographs as one cohesive frame instead of fighting it.
Aim for stylish pieces that enhance your look without taking over. The accessory should add the oomph — not the entire personality.
Babydolls are the devil. We're here to show off your amazing body — not hide it.— Mark, with love
Babydoll lingerie hides your curves rather than highlights them. They create a tent-like silhouette that adds bulk where you don't want it.
Opt for pieces that skim the body and flatter your shape: bodysuits, fitted bralettes with high-waist bottoms, and structured corsets.
The cheapest options on Amazon almost never fit the way they look in the ads. The fabric is thin, the construction is off, and they photograph rough. Spend a little more on a few quality pieces — your photos (and your confidence) will thank you.
The best images don't come from the perfect outfit. They come from the moment you stop worrying about it.
