Miss J’s Boudoir Testimonial | Always Trust Your Sisters
We at Holly Douglas & Co. believe that EVERY woman, man, person and couple should experience a boudoir photoshoot at least once in their lifetimes. We love empowering people and boosting their self-confidence through the art of boudoir photography! Of course, people expect to hear that from us, the boudoir photographers, because we do this for a living. Boudoir testimonials written by our past clients who have actually experienced a boudoir session, on the other hand, are the most convincing! For this reason, Holly Douglas & Co. proudly features a new boudoir experience testimonial each week.
This week's boudoir experience testimonial comes from the gorgeous Miss J., who was photographed at our previous boudoir studio in downtown Nashville, Tennessee (before we opened our current luxury studio in East Nashville)!
Tell us about yourself?
I just turned 40 this year and am embracing it! I have 2 children and have been married for almost 10 years. I moved to TN from WI two years ago and am loving the change.
How did you hear about Holly Douglas & Co and what made you want to book with us?
Two of my sisters have done boudoir photoshoots in the past and told me how fantastic the experience was. I did a Google search and stumbled across Holly's website. To say her photos were stunning was an understatement. I knew she would be able to capture the experience and photos I was looking for, so I reached out :)
What was your initial reason for booking?
Originally I was thinking I would do the booking as a surprise 10th wedding anniversary gift. But as my appointment drew nearer, I knew this photo session was much more for me. I was feeling in a funk and wanted to feel powerful, sexy, desired again. Holly's photos and client feedback made me feel very confident I made the right choice picking her.
Did you have any expectations going into the shoot? What were they?
I didn't have any expectations going into the shoot, I was just hoping for a great experience.
Were you nervous about the shoot beforehand? If so, what were you most nervous about?
I was nervous! I am hyper critical and was worried I would not like my photos. Holly made me feel so comfortable immediately...she showed me pictures as she was taking them, and I was so shocked! They were beautiful, it made the whole experience so fantastic.
Did you become more comfortable after the session started? If so, what helped to relax your nerves?
I definitely became more comfortable after the session started. The poses, the feedback, the sneak previews all helped me relax and embrace the experience!
How did you feel during your session?
I felt great during the session. I felt like a real model, I had no idea how great I would feel.
Describe how you felt when you saw your images for the first time.
I cried! They were so beautiful. I just don't see myself like that...but Holly captured so many great images. [We’ve included a behind-the-scenes video of Miss J.’s emotional Image Reveal at the end of this blog!]
What was your favorite part of the experience and why?
I loved getting my hair and make-up done, I have only had professional make-up done once for my wedding. It felt so much fun to be pampered. The photo reveal was also really exciting and fun.
Has anything changed for you since your boudoir experience and seeing your gallery? How has boudoir impacted your body image as a woman?
I have seen some sneak peaks of the final pictures and it just makes me so excited to see the rest! Being wrapped up in 'mommy' world for the past 10 years, I have put myself on the backburner a lot. This experience was so empowering and made me feel so sexy.
What advice would you give to another woman considering a boudoir experience with Holly Douglas & Co?
Go for it! Holly really listens to what you are looking to achieve and turns it into reality!
Would you recommend Holly Douglas & Co for the luxury boudoir experience to others?
I would highly recommend Holly for the luxury experience. I can't say enough about the experience.
Thank you for sharing this boudoir experience testimonial, Miss J.!
