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Bridal Boudoir: The Future Mrs.
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Bridal Boudoir: The Future Mrs.

Ms. Bride booked her session way back in January with one intention: to create something intimate, romantic, and personal for her soon-to-be husband. 💍

She came prepared with her heels, his tie, and a string of pearls - tiny details that held so much heart. Her experience, straight from the bride herself:

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From Solo to Power Couple: Maryssa
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

From Solo to Power Couple: Maryssa

Round 3️⃣ for this babe - because once you feel THAT kind of confidence, you want it again. And again. And again.

She showed up for HER. To feel strong. To feel sexy. To feel unstoppable. To step back into her power. The sweetest surprise? Her hubby joined her for a few photos at the end.

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Birthday Boudoir: Lachelle’s Shoot
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Birthday Boudoir: Lachelle’s Shoot

When Lachelle walked in, she wasn’t doing this for anyone else. This session? It was her gift to herself. After years of putting herself last, she finally chose her own damn self - and honestly, watching her step into that kind of power? Unreal.

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Postpartum and Powerful: Anissa
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Postpartum and Powerful: Anissa

Anissa found us on TikTok, freshly postpartum and craving something just for her. After pouring so much love into everyone else, she decided it was finally time to pour a little back into herself. And babe - she did not hold back. Here’s what she had to say about her experience:

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Couples Boudoir: Jen & Kyle
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Couples Boudoir: Jen & Kyle

When Jen told me she wanted to come back for a second session, this time with Kyle, I knew it was going to be 🔥. Their connection is the kind you can feel the second they walk into a room. These two came ready to trust the process, love on each other, and show up fully. Here's how they experienced it - in their own words.

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Miss S: Back For Seconds
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Miss S: Back For Seconds

Miss S is backkkk - and this time she brought the confidence, the sass, and the bunny ears. For her second session, she hit up the Retro Room, along with our exclusive Bunny Babe set (yes girl, yessss).

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Expand & Elevate: Dream Team Retreat
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Expand & Elevate: Dream Team Retreat

Okay, so listen. This year has been all about leveling up - not just in business, but in how I lead, how I connect, and how we show up as a team. So it only felt right to carve out a weekend just for that: connection, creativity, and clarity.

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Posting Your Boudoir Photos Online
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Posting Your Boudoir Photos Online

Sharing your boudoir photos online can feel scary. You might worry about judgment or feel a little self-conscious. But remember - you booked this shoot to celebrate yourself. You earned that confidence. So why not own it and show the world the bada$$ you are?

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Couples Boudoir:  Strengthen Your Relationship
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Couples Boudoir: Strengthen Your Relationship

Boudoir isn’t just for solo sessions anymore - couples shoots are seriously on the rise. If you’ve been thinking about stepping in front of the camera with your partner, here’s why it might be the best decision you make together:

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How Boudoir Changed My Life - Ashley
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

How Boudoir Changed My Life - Ashley

Ashley booked her first session just wanting to feel like herself again… but she ended up walking away with so much more. Now four sessions in, she’s built confidence she didn’t know she had, found her go to pick-me-up in the form of her photos, and made lifelong friends. What started as a scary little leap turned into something that changed her life in the best way. Ashley said it best in her own words:

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I Did This for Him, But Ended Up Doing It for Me - Sandy
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

I Did This for Him, But Ended Up Doing It for Me - Sandy

What started as a gift for his birthday turned into something much more, a gift for her too. She didn’t realize it at the time, but booking this session would also a way of finding her spark again. A moment to reconnect with the version of herself that may have faded.

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Boudoir For Brides - Miss Serena
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Boudoir For Brides - Miss Serena

Originally, it was all about the surprise. A secret tucked away until the reception. But somewhere between booking the session and stepping in front of the camera, something shifted. This became about her - her joy, her confidence, her growth. And suddenly, the pictures were just a bonus.

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A Pink Perfect Birthday: Kaylin’s Shoot
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

A Pink Perfect Birthday: Kaylin’s Shoot

What began as a birthday celebration, swiftly transformed into a moment of reigniting her spark. A chance to "get her pink back" (flamingos, anyone?). Much like them, in motherhood, we often forget to nurture ourselves too. But this mama left glowing, more vibrant than ever - neon pink and full of life. Don’t just take it from me, let’s hear from Kaylin herself:

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Boudoir For Every Celebration
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Boudoir For Every Celebration

Life grants us life changing moments that deserve to be celebrated. Whether it's a birthday, a personal accomplishment, a birth, or a triumph like embracing sobriety - these milestones are powerful and deserve to be honored. At Julie Boudoir, we believe that boudoir photography isn’t just about sensuality; it’s about celebrating YOU and the incredible journey you’ve taken.

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Miss H’s Journey to Self Love
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Miss H’s Journey to Self Love

At Julie Boudoir, we get to create some truly special moments, and Miss. H’s session was no exception. She came to us wanting to celebrate herself and her sobriety, and while nerves crept in as the day approached, she quickly pushed them aside. Here’s what Miss. H had to say about her unforgettable experience at Julie Boudoir:

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Don’t Wait To Lose Weight
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Don’t Wait To Lose Weight

You want to look the absolute best you can on the best day ever, your boudoir session. Of course you do! But, a big but, are you stressing about how you need to lose weight before? Please, for the love of Momma Julie, STOP! You don’t need to be a fitness guru to look absolutely incredible in front of my lens. You just need your most authentic you.

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Benefits Of Boudoir For Moms
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Benefits Of Boudoir For Moms

Motherhood is a beautiful, lifechanging journey, but let’s be real - it comes with its fair share of challenges. Believe me, I remember the constant diaper changes. The sleepless nights, endless days. The endless necessities and demands from your newborn. It is so overwhelming. As a new mom, it’s so easy to forget about yourself entirely.

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Is It Normal To Be So Nervous?
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Is It Normal To Be So Nervous?

OF COURSE!!!!!! You are not alone, it is completely normal to be nervous before a boudoir session. Even reaching out is nervewracking. Honestly, I was nervous for my first boudoir shoot. And this is my job! It’s completely common for women to feel some anxiety before their session. You’re about to go through a vulnerable experience, where you're showing up both physically and emotionally, and that can leave even the most confident babes feeling nervous AF.

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Camera Ready Glam. vs. Everyday Makeup
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Camera Ready Glam. vs. Everyday Makeup

Many clients are often taken aback when they see their transformation from bare face to Bombshell on the day of their boudoir session. It’s not because they’re unfamiliar with wearing makeup - many of our clients wear glam looks every day, even when they’re not getting ready for a photo shoot! However, there’s a noticeable difference when it comes to camera-ready makeup for a boudoir session.

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Behind The Curtain: An Anonymous Session
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Behind The Curtain: An Anonymous Session

Every day is a party at Julie Boudoir, but Miss. Anonymous really brought her A game for her session today. Miss. A came into our studio as a ball of nerves. The anxiety flew out the window once we started chatting. She said, “The most surprising thing was how quickly I became comfortable.”

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