FAQ

Boudoir photography is a deeply personal and empowering experience that celebrates your beauty, sensuality, and self-love. It’s about capturing you at your most confident, whether you’re doing it for yourself or as a gift for someone special. Our goal is to create timeless, intimate images that leave you feeling beautiful and empowered.

Absolutely! It’s completely normal to feel a little nervous, especially if this is your first boudoir session. Most of our clients are first-timers! Our all-female team is here to guide you every step of the way, from posing to facial expressions, so you feel comfortable, confident, and stunning throughout the experience.

Booking a session is easy! You can either call us to reserve your spot or {book online} if you’re in a select city. We’ll gather a few details to make sure we can create a personalized experience that fits your vision.

For the best experience, we recommend booking your session at least one month in advance. However, if you need your images for a special occasion, we suggest booking 3-4 months ahead to allow ample time for your order to be processed and delivered. This also gives you the flexibility to use our payment plans and avoid rush fees. If you’re in a pinch, we offer expedited delivery options to help get your images sooner.

Our boudoir sessions range from 60 minutes to 3 hours, allowing us to tailor the experience to your unique goals and vision. We recommend choosing the session length that feels most comfortable for you, ensuring you have plenty of time to relax, express yourself, and feel empowered throughout the shoot.

No experience needed! We’re here to guide you through every pose, from how to stand to where to place your hands and how to express yourself. No experience is needed—just trust the process, and we’ll make you feel and look amazing.

• A government issued photo ID
• Your favorite outfit choices (lingerie, corsets, bodysuits, or whatever makes you feel incredible)
• Personal items like a partner’s shirt, jewelry, heels, or accessories make the perfect props
• Confidence and an open mind!

Not at all! You can wear whatever makes you feel comfortable and empowered. Some clients choose oversized sweaters, silk robes, bodysuits, or simple bra and panty sets. The key is to wear what makes you feel beautiful and sexy!

During the booking process we’ll schedule your Virtual Image Reveal and Ordering session, which typically takes place 1-2 weeks after your photo shoot. During this appointment, you’ll get to see all of your stunning images and select your favorites. We’ll guide you through choosing the perfect {products} to beautifully preserve your memories.

Standard delivery takes about four weeks, but we offer expedited options if you need them sooner. If you’re utilizing a layaway plan, your products will arrive within two weeks of your final payment.

Yes! Each image is professionally retouched to enhance your natural beauty. We focus on making sure you look like yourself, addressing any minor blemishes or scars as needed. We aim to highlight your best features while maintaining authenticity. We offer multiple levels of retouching so we can customize each image to your personal preference.

Only with your permission! We respect your privacy and will never share any images without your consent. If you’re comfortable with it, we’ll have you sign a release form allowing us to showcase your beautiful images. You always get to decide how much you want to share.

While we don’t provide hair and makeup, we offer helpful styling tips and recommendations to help you look and feel your best for your session.

We photograph in over 50 cities across the country! We don’t have a fixed studio location. Instead, we hold sessions in luxurious hotels, professional studios, or partner Airbnbs in select cities. This allows us to create unique, intimate settings that align with the mood of your session.

We believe boudoir photography is a powerful investment in yourself—an experience that celebrates your journey, confidence, and beauty. Your investment will be based on the number of images and products you personally select. To help you plan, we recommend reviewing our {Investment} and {Product Guide} before your photoshoot. Since this is a deeply personal experience, we offer flexible payment plans, allowing you to embrace this transformative journey without any financial stress.

Yes! We offer flexible layaway options so you can invest in your boudoir experience at a pace that works for you. Visit our Investment Page for more details. We also recommend saving ahead – don’t forget to ask about our {Boudie Bank} program!

If a refundable deposit was required to reserve your session, it can either be applied toward your image purchase or refunded back to your original payment method during your Image Reveal & Ordering Appointment, as long as booking, cancellation, and rescheduling policies have been followed. We want the process to feel simple and flexible while ensuring your date remains reserved just for you.

We understand that life happens and unexpected situations can come up. Your session with Chérie Amour is reserved exclusively for you, and we begin planning well in advance to create an incredible experience from start to finish. Because of the preparation and coordination involved, session fees act as retainers and are non-refundable. If a refundable booking deposit was required, cancellations will result in forfeiture of the deposit as well. If you need to make changes to your appointment, our team is always happy to assist and review available options with you by phone.

Absolutely. We know schedules can shift, and we offer one complimentary reschedule when requested 22 or more days before your session date. If additional changes are needed, or if a request is made within 21 days of your session, a new booking fee or deposit will be required to reserve a new date. To keep everything accurate and personalized, all scheduling changes are handled by phone with our team.

Accessibility depends on the specific location, but we are happy to accommodate special requests. Please contact us in advance to discuss your needs, and we’ll do our best to make arrangements!

Not at all! Most of our clients are everyday women, many of whom have never been in front of a professional camera before. Our team will guide you through every step of the process to make you feel comfortable and confident.

Boudoir photography is all about celebrating you—your beauty, confidence, and strength. Whether you’re doing this for yourself or as a gift for someone else, these images are a powerful reminder of your worth and self-love.

If you don’t have a partner, don’t worry! Your images are a personal celebration of your journey. You can display them as a beautiful, empowering reminder in your home, create an album to treasure for years to come, or even keep them private as a personal confidence boost. These portraits are a reflection of your strength, and the decision on how to enjoy them is completely yours!

Boudoir photography is for EVERY body. We specialize in posing, lighting, and styling techniques that highlight your best features and make you feel beautiful. This experience is all about celebrating YOU!

Not at all! Boudoir is about what makes YOU feel empowered. Whether you choose lingerie, a silk robe, or something meaningful to you, we encourage you to wear what makes you feel sexy and confident.

If you need to reschedule your Image Reveal session, please give us at least 48 hours’ notice. If you need to rebook with less than 48 hours’ notice, a $50 refundable deposit will be required to secure your new appointment time.