Erotic photoshoot vs sensual boudoir photoshoot: Are they the same?

It can be easy to mistake sensual boudoir photography for an erotic photoshoot or vice versa. However, when we really tap into the unique elements of boudoir as an art form, you’ll soon see that they’re two very different styles of photography. From the level of intimacy through to your reason for indulging in nude boudoir photos, here’s how these two styles of photography are worlds apart.

The style and purpose of sensual boudoir 

Both the experience and the photos resulting from a sensual boudoir photoshoot are an intimate artform where women can express their intrinsic femininity. The intention of boudoir photography is to subtly capture a woman’s divine feminine, in a romantic and personal way that resonates with you. 

On the other hand, erotic photoshoots are often explicit in nature with a focus on the carnal and sexual elements of being naked. The images are intended to be provocative and evoke sexual arousal. An erotic boudoir shoot will often feature nudity, including genitalia and in some cases, may even go as far as to capture you in the middle of sexual acts. 

Your wardrobe for nude boudoir photos

Another key element that sets these two photography styles apart is the wardrobe choice. While an erotic photoshoot often features nudity, provocative lingerie and racy garments, sensual boudoir photoshoots showcase your natural beauty and feminine energy. These images reflect who you are as a person, rather than what you’ve chosen to wear. 

And we leave the choice entirely up to you: bare all for your nude boudoir photos or slip into a delicate lingerie set in your favourite hue. No matter how you choose to adorn your body, a boudoir wardrobe should celebrate your authentic self and elevate your confidence. If you are finding the process of lingerie shopping daunting, we welcome all clients to indulge in our private lingerie shopping experiences through Maru Lingerie.

Celebrating authenticity with sensual posing  

While the poses that are often captured as part of an erotic or boudoir photoshoot may seem similar, once again there are subtle differences that set these two artforms apart.

When it comes to sensual boudoir photoshoots, I will gently guide you into poses that exude sensuality and femininity. The poses should allow you to feel confident and empowered, while remaining comfortable and authentic. Boudoir poses should highlight your natural beauty and at times, feel gently suggestive without being overtly sexual.    

However, erotic boudoir photography features a range of suggestive and provocative poses; often toeing the line between reality and fantasy. They’re seductive, alluring and generally explicit.

While we celebrate embracing your authentic self at Maru Collective, our focus is on sensual boudoir photography and delicate nude boudoir photos, rather than racy, erotic photoshoots. So if you’re ready to lean into your divine feminine, indulge yourself with our signature boudoir experience.