Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Empowering Boudoir Photography Experience in Charlotte, NC
At Couture Boudoir, we specialize in creating empowering boudoir photography experiences that celebrate the strength, beauty, and individuality of every woman. With over a decade of experience in luxury boudoir photography, our team is dedicated to helping clients feel confident, radiant, and celebrated through tasteful, editorial-style imagery. Our sessions are designed to be relaxing and transformative, offering professional hair and makeup, personalized posing guidance, and wardrobe consultation to ensure each client feels their absolute best. We prioritize client comfort by working exclusively with female stylists and assistants, and we maintain strict privacy protocols to protect all images.Our work has been recognized in national and international publications, including features in Popular Photography Magazine and appearances on national television. We offer both local and worldwide travel options, with sessions available in Charlotte, NC, New York City, Munich, and beyond. Every collection includes expert retouching, a curated selection of images, and customizable keepsake albums to preserve these moments for a lifetime.
Services
Boudoir Photography
Hair & Makeup
Wardrobe Consultation
Image Retouching
Custom Albums
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of specialized experience in luxury boudoir photography
- Our female-led team ensures maximum comfort during sessions
- We provide comprehensive privacy protections for all client images
- Our sessions include professional hair and makeup services
- We offer customizable keepsake albums and wall art options
What people say
Breathtaking images
Empowering experience
Professional and approachable
Gorgeous results
Confidence boost
Services
Boudoir Photography
Our boudoir photography sessions create timeless, empowering images that celebrate individual beauty. Each session includes personalized posing guidance, wardrobe consultation, and professional hair and makeup services. Clients receive a curated selection of retouched images in a password-protected gallery, with options for custom albums and wall art. The experience prioritizes comfort and confidence through a female-led team and private settings.
Hair & Makeup
Professional hair and makeup application ensures clients look their best for their session. Our stylists specialize in creating looks that enhance natural features while maintaining camera-ready polish. Services include trial consultations to perfect the desired aesthetic, whether natural or dramatic. All products are carefully selected to ensure longevity and photogenic quality. This service is included in all session packages for a cohesive, stress-free experience.
Image Retouching
Expert retouching enhances every image while maintaining authentic representation. Basic services include skin smoothing, blemish removal, and cellulite reduction at no extra charge. Clients receive a demonstration of retouching options during their session. Advanced editing for specific enhancements is available upon request. Our approach preserves natural beauty while ensuring flawless results that meet professional standards for print and digital display.
Custom Albums
Handcrafted albums preserve session highlights in luxury formats. Options include leather, fabric, or photo covers with customizable embossing. Each album is professionally designed to showcase the best images in a cohesive narrative. Additional products like metal prints and canvas displays are available for gallery-style presentation. These keepsakes ensure clients can treasure their experience for generations.
Wardrobe Consultation
Personalized wardrobe advice helps clients select outfits that flatter their figure and express their personality. We provide pre-session guides with shopping recommendations and styling tips. During sessions, we assist with outfit coordination to maximize variety and impact. Clients receive honest feedback about what photographs best, ensuring confidence in every look. This service ensures cohesive, visually striking results across all images.
People
Critsey
Owner & Photographer
With over a decade of experience in luxury boudoir photography, Critsey specializes in creating empowering experiences that celebrate women's strength and beauty. Her editorial-style work has been featured in national publications and on television. She prioritizes client comfort through female-led teams and personalized guidance. Critsey's expertise in posing and lighting ensures flattering results for all body types. She authored a book on boudoir photography and maintains a global travel schedule to serve clients worldwide.
Questions
Are all images kept private?
Yes, we require written consent before sharing any images. All galleries are password-protected, and physical products ship in plain packaging.
Do you photograph all body types?
Absolutely. Our portfolio features real women of all ages, shapes, and sizes - no models are used in our marketing materials.
Is professional hair and makeup included?
Yes, all packages include professional hair and makeup application tailored to your desired look for the session.
Can I bring a companion?
Female companions may assist during hair/makeup but must leave during photography to maintain focus and privacy.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we provide 6-month interest-free payment plans through PayPal Credit for all session packages.
What's included in retouching?
Basic retouching covers skin smoothing, blemish removal, and cellulite reduction. Extensive modifications require additional fees.
