Frequently Asked Questions

Over the past decade running Simply Boudoir, we’ve heard all kinds of questions! We want to make sure you’re embarking on this journey with as much information as possible to make the most out of your experience, so here’s some of the most frequently asked from our clients. If you’re looking for more information regarding the structure of our sessions, head over to The Process, or if your question isn’t covered below, you can get in touch here.

  • Simply Boudoir's main base is in a home studio in Dovercourt, Essex. However, we also shoot in London, and are available to travel in Europe.

  • Simply Boudoir is timeless, intimate and tasteful, combining modern boudoir with beauty portraiture. Stylistically, we offer both light and dark boudoir, which explores different moods and energies in our sessions.

  • All sessions are exclusively hosted and photographed by Simply Boudoir founder, Tracey Hill. We operate on a closed set; nobody else is present unless you wish to bring someone. They will be able to join you for hair and make-up, though we politely ask that, if you arrive with a guest, they are not present during the shoot itself as this can spoil the connection between you and Tracey, something which is vital in order to achieve the best images.

  • We only offer one session a day, meaning that our client gets our full focus from the moment she steps into the Simply Boudoir studio. We have an incredible [all-female team][0], each of whom have had boudoir sessions before and know exactly what it's like. For sessions booked with hair and make-up, one of our make-up artists will be on set to get you ready for your shoot, and for those without, our photographer Tracey will be the only one at the studio on the day of your session.

  • We offer a wide range of packages to suit different budgets, with Simply Boudoir sessions starting from £300.

  • There isn't a single woman who has walked through Simply Boudoir's doors that hasn't felt nervous – it's completely normal! Tracey will steer you through everything from beginning to end, helping you with poses and relaxing you throughout your session – her guidance will make it a fun and empowering experience that you will absolutely love!

  • Yes, we have a wonderful group of friendly make-up artists who provide hair and make-up before your shoot. It's common practice for all make-up artists who work with us to have their own session too – this way they have a good understanding of how you may be feeling before your session, and can offer words of advice from their own experiences.

  • Probably our most frequently asked question of all! Body hang-ups are so common amongst us, especially as women with the pressures we face from magazines and social media. We all look different and that's what makes us unique – and it's our uniqueness that should be celebrated! We at Simply Boudoir are strong advocates for women being proud of the skin they're in.

    With over a decade of working with women under her belt, Tracey's experience and expertise will leave you looking – and more importantly, feeling – amazing.

  • If you're looking to give images from your session as a gift, we usually recommend allowing at least four to six weeks to be on the safe side. That being said, the odd cancellation may offer a swifter time frame, so it's always worth asking.

  • At Simply Boudoir, we champion body diversity and stress the importance of self love. It doesn't matter what size label is in the back of your dress, or how many candles you blew out on your last birthday – you are worthy of feeling beautiful and embracing your body. So to answer the question: absolutely! All ages, all shapes, all sizes, all bodies.

  • Tracey will be working with you throughout your session and showing you the poses that will work specifically for you and your body. Some poses that may work for one person, but won't for another, but leave that to Tracey and her expert knowledge!

  • Simply Boudoir operates a strict privacy policy that protects our clients. If you wish for your images to remain private, only you will have access to them. Images will only be displayed with consent from the client.

  • No! Each of the women pictured across our website or social media accounts are clients and non-models; most of whom have never had a shoot before. our website or social media accounts are clients and non-models; most of whom have never had a shoot before.

  • Absolutely not. Your session is entirely driven by you and what you feel comfortable with. If you decide that you would like nude shots (which can be discussed in your initial consultation), they will remain tasteful.

  • Our preference is that you don't, to avoid that horrid orange look that some tans can give. When it comes to post production, it's very hard to edit images with unsightly patches on ankles and elbows! If you insist on using fake tan, we suggest you opt for a brown-based tan, and apply it in good time prior to your session (at least a few days is recommended), in addition to exfoliating very well. We are not responsible for editing uneven tan.

  • Lots of women are nervous when we hold our initial consultation, yet they're the same women who are heard afterwards saying, "That is one of the best things I have ever done!"

    Some of our clients have Boudoir sessions for the partner in their lives, other clients have them purely for themselves. As women we are so hard on ourselves; the self confidence and self-esteem that can be gained from a boudoir shoot is incredible.

    One of our favourite parts of the Simply Boudoir experience is post-session, when clients have viewed their images and they realise that, actually, yes, I can feel sexy again!

    There's nothing better than giving women that boost, and offering them something that they can look back on with pride in years to come.

  • This is something that is entirely down to the preference of a client. As standard, images are retouched; spots and blemishes are removed, unless stated otherwise. Your body is not manipulated in any way in post-production, although on the occasion that a client's body is edited, it is only to make it flow better within the image itself. You will never look at your final images and not see yourself, just a glamorous, sexy version – even if that's someone you might not have seen in a while! The integrity of our clients – and the celebration of their body as it is – is paramount for us.

  • First things first: spots and cellulite are both completely normal and everybody has them! That being said, we understand if you may prefer to remove them from your images, so as standard, we remove spots and cellulite, unless requested otherwise (be sure to read our answer regarding retouching above). We also use skin-smoothing and colour correction in post-production.

  • First and foremost, bring what works for you. We usually suggest around four outfits for a full shoot. The home studio also hosts an impressive lingerie closet, if you wish to borrow any pieces. Upon booking your session, you will gain access to our Client Portal, which features useful resources to help you prepare.